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Silver Creek-Truckee Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Silver Creek-Truckee Campground is a campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with 26 campsites. Silver Creek-Truckee Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Silver Creek-Truckee Campground is located at 39.2233° N, 120.2026° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Silver Creek-Truckee Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 3 (18 sites)

18 sites open on Oct 3 at Silver Creek-Truckee Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 05:39 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Campsites held at once: 3 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 Silver Creek-Truckee Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Silver Creek-Truckee Campground

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Standard 21
Tent 5

What an RV fits

30 ft13 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography, offroad, water sports.

All sites at Silver Creek-Truckee Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA SILVER CREEK-TRUCKEE loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	6	30 ft
003	Standard	6	30 ft
004	Standard	6	30 ft
005	Standard	6	30 ft
006	Standard	6	30 ft
007	Standard	6	30 ft
008	Standard	6	30 ft
009	Tent	6	-
010	Tent	6	-
011	Standard	6	30 ft
013	Standard	6	30 ft
014	Standard	6	30 ft
015	Standard	6	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
016	Standard	6	30 ft
017	Standard	6	30 ft
018	Standard	6	30 ft
019	Tent	6	-
020	Tent	6	-
021	Tent	6	-
022	Standard	6	-
023	Standard	6	-
024	Standard	6	-
025	Standard	6	-
026	Standard	6	-
027	Standard	6	-
028	Standard	6	-

About Silver Creek-Truckee Campground

Overview

Silver Creek Campground is located on the Truckee River, off of Highway 89, between Truckee and Tahoe City. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and hiking opportunities, as well as its proximity to Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Fly-fishing for rainbow trout in the Truckee River is a popular activity. Campers also enjoy swimming and tubing. The surrounding area offers abundamt hiking and biking trails, including the Western States Trail, Five Lakes Trail, and Pacific Crest Trail.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites, seven of which are designated for tent-camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of the Truckee River. A few sites overlook the river. A scenic forest of lodgepole pine and fir covers the area.

Nearby Attractions

Silver Creek Campground is centrally located between Prosser, Boca and Stampede Reservoirs to the north and Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley to the south. A variety of outdoor recreational activities is available at each location.

Truckee, 10 minutes north, 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 located 10 minutes south and 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 Silver Creek-Truckee Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Silver Creek-Truckee Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers. Bear lockers dimensions are 48' wide x 28' deep x 35' tall. Please plan food storage containers accordingly.

Limited turnaround space restricts RVs longer than 24 feet

Off-highway vehicles must be trailered to and from designated OHV routes. Recreational riding is not allowed in the campground

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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).

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.

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

6 people and 2 dogs maximum per 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.

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Silver Creek-Truckee Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Silver Creek-Truckee Campground?

Silver Creek-Truckee Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 26 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Silver Creek-Truckee Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Silver Creek-Truckee 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 Silver Creek-Truckee Campground have?

Silver Creek-Truckee Campground has 26 campsites.