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Boca Rest Campground in California
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Boca Rest Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Boca Rest Campground is a campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with 37 campsites. Boca Rest Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Boca Rest Campground is located at 39.4192° N, 120.0864° W.
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Boca Rest Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply
  • Campsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) held
  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
  • Maximum stay: 14 days
  • Maximum per transaction: 3 reservations per transaction
  • Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Boca Rest Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Boca Rest Campground

  • Standard 37

What an RV fits

  • 15–19 ft1 site
  • 20–24 ft5 sites
  • 25–29 ft5 sites
  • 30–34 ft8 sites
  • 35–39 ft2 sites
  • 40–44 ft9 sites
  • 45–49 ft4 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Boca Rest Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA BOCA REST loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard640 ft
002Standard628 ft
003Standard6-
004Standard6-
005Standard6-
006Standard624 ft
007Standard638 ft
008Standard634 ft
010Standard634 ft
011Standard624 ft
012Standard640 ft
013Standard640 ft
014Standard640 ft
015Standard640 ft
016Standard640 ft
017Standard640 ft
018Standard634 ft
019Standard640 ft
020Standard645 ft
SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
021Standard628 ft
022Standard620 ft
024Standard645 ft
025Standard645 ft
026Standard620 ft
027Standard628 ft
028Standard618 ft
029Standard630 ft
030Standard620 ft
031Standard632 ft
032Standard630 ft
033Standard645 ft
034Standard630 ft
035Standard628 ft
036Standard640 ft
037Standard638 ft
038Standard626 ft
039Standard630 ft

About Boca Rest Campground

Overview

Boca Rest Campground is located along the shores of Boca Reservoir, 20 minutes from Truckee, California. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, swimming, fishing and abundant hiking opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Boca Reservoir spans over 900 acres and is a popular location for boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing. A boat ramp is located on the west shore of Boca Reservoir, and an unimproved boat launching area is due south of the campground.

The Little Truckee River is nearby and offers some of Northern California's best catch-and-release fly-fishing. The surrounding area offers hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails.

Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail showcases the boom and bust of the historic town of Boca as it transitioned from a construction camp for the Central Pacific Railroad to the Boca Mill and Ice Company and later to the Boca Brewery.

PLEASE HELP KEEP YOUR PUBLIC LANDS HEALTHY, PRODUCTIVE, AND BEAUTIFUL

Off-Highway Vehicle enthusiasts have been utilizing the Tahoe National Forest in uncharacteristically high numbers. Unfortunately, resource damage is occurring. Pease remember the following:

Not all closed routes are blocked with gates or posted with ‘closed’ signs. Please consult the Motor Vehicle Use map to learn more about seasonal operation dates.

Do not operate Motorized Vehicles outside of established routes. The reckless riding of a few can cause resource damage that lasts for years and leads to further restrictions for all riders.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites, with a few located right along the waterfront. Most sites are fairly exposed with little to no shade, but are well-spaced, providing for plenty of separation between sites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the northeastern shores of the Boca Reservoir, near where the reservoir meets the Little Truckee River. The campground is characterized by open areas dotted with sagebrush. A few pines are scattered throughout the site but shade is very limited.

Nearby Attractions

Stampede Reservoir is located 9 miles north of the campground, where boating, water skiing, fishing, and swimming are popular activities. Truckee, 20 minutes away, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivity, top notch restaurants, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is conveniently located only 30 minutes away. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.

Rules and notices at Boca Rest Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Boca Rest Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Off-road vehicles can only be used to enter and exit the facility. Recreational riding is not allowed within the campground

Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Truckee Ranger District (530) 587-3558 (voice), (530) 587-6907 (TDD).

Watercraft may not be launched from the campground shoreline. Use designated day use areas outside of the campground to launch watercraft, including boat launch on the other side of the lake from the campground.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov. Firewood available from the campground host (subject to availability).

One vehicle included with reservation. Additional vehicle fee cost is $10/each per night for all vehicles. All operable, highway legal vehicles must pay extra vehicle fee, excluding the single vehicle included with the reservation. Please pay extra vehicle fee at the self-serve fee tube located near campground entrance if not paid online.

Maximum 1 RV per site.

Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm.

6 people and 2 dogs maximum per single site. Dogs shall always be kept on leash no longer than six feet or otherwise confined. Violation notices WILL be issued for non-compliance.

Modifications for this campground must be made PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Boca Rest Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Boca Rest Campground?

Boca Rest Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 37 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Boca Rest Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Boca Rest Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Boca Rest Campground have?

Boca Rest Campground has 37 campsites.

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