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About Alpine Meadow Campground
Number of accommodations: 24
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Kayaking
Year-round
Fishing
Hiking
Spring
Canoeing
Kayaking
Summer
Canoeing
Kayaking
Fall
Canoeing
Kayaking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
River Access
Water Access
- Lake Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (458)
What Guests Are Saying
Alpine Meadow Campground is a quiet and well-maintained site with beautiful surroundings, spacious campsites, and close proximity to Truckee and Lake Tahoe. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, friendly camp hosts, and access to scenic trails and a small lake. While some noise from the nearby airport and occasional maintenance issues with the bathrooms were noted, the overall experience remains positive, making it a favored spot for campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Alpine Meadow Campground is a quiet and well-maintained site with beautiful surroundings, spacious campsites, and close proximity to Truckee and Lake Tahoe. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, friendly camp hosts, and access to scenic trails and a small lake. While some noise from the nearby airport and occasional maintenance issues with the bathrooms were noted, the overall experience remains positive, making it a favored spot for campers.
Review Summary
Tricia I
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 8
Getting there was a little tricky. We had to ask a few people along the way but eventually found the campsite.
We watched a YouTube video of the campsite so once we got there it was easy enough to locate our site and set up. It was safe, the restrooms were close by, and everyone was friendly. People waved when they passed by. Railey’s was five minutes away.
From our campsite 8 ( no one was at 7 ) we could see the water. Planes would occasionally fly over head and drop the gliders so that was cool to see. At night the stars were gorgeous. On the second night we heard coyotes throughout the night. There was a bear locker for food, and the trash was also bear proof.
Place felt safe, and clean. I would definitely go there again!
Tricia I
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 8
Getting there was a little tricky. We had to ask a few people along the way but eventually found the campsite.
We watched a YouTube video of the campsite so once we got there it was easy enough to locate our site and set up. It was safe, the restrooms were close by, and everyone was friendly. People waved when they passed by. Railey’s was five minutes away.
From our campsite 8 ( no one was at 7 ) we could see the water. Planes would occasionally fly over head and drop the gliders so that was cool to see. At night the stars were gorgeous. On the second night we heard coyotes throughout the night. There was a bear locker for food, and the trash was also bear proof.
Place felt safe, and clean. I would definitely go there again!
Umapada M
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 20
Nice Campground, except the toilet. Wind brings the smell. Flush toilet would make it more attractive.
Umapada M
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 20
Nice Campground, except the toilet. Wind brings the smell. Flush toilet would make it more attractive.
Jennifer W
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 7
Wonderful campground! It was quiet the whole time we were there. We enjoyed fishing at Martis Lake and caught several perch. We also saw a baby bear roam through the site next to ours. It was a magical experience.
Jennifer W
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 7
Wonderful campground! It was quiet the whole time we were there. We enjoyed fishing at Martis Lake and caught several perch. We also saw a baby bear roam through the site next to ours. It was a magical experience.
Robert G
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 22
Will schedule return. Large well kept sites. Great location. Easy access. Quiet. Met very nice campers. Disappointed that fires were allowed in rings despite severe smoke snd burning restrictions.
Robert G
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 22
Will schedule return. Large well kept sites. Great location. Easy access. Quiet. Met very nice campers. Disappointed that fires were allowed in rings despite severe smoke snd burning restrictions.
JOHN S
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 10
I wasn't sure exactly when I would arrive at Alpine Meadows due to RV repairs. I talked to the camp host who assured me I could make a reservation by phone on the morning of my check-in. When I was ready I called and there was no answer. And no voice mail. This was Monday August 23. I pulled out my laptop and made a reservation on line at recreation.gov. I got the confirmation on my smart phone. When I arrived at the campground around 400 pm on Monday August 23 there were no signs of life at the camp host's site. And no ticket at my campsite, #10. I called the camp host again. Still no answer. Then I sent a text message. No response. I understand the smoke from the wildfires had a significant impact on the recreational activities in the area, but it seemed less than satisfactory that the camp hosts were absent without any contact. This would be a very nice camping experience under different environmental conditions. And thanks to recreation.gov for taking care of business.
JOHN S
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 10
I wasn't sure exactly when I would arrive at Alpine Meadows due to RV repairs. I talked to the camp host who assured me I could make a reservation by phone on the morning of my check-in. When I was ready I called and there was no answer. And no voice mail. This was Monday August 23. I pulled out my laptop and made a reservation on line at recreation.gov. I got the confirmation on my smart phone. When I arrived at the campground around 400 pm on Monday August 23 there were no signs of life at the camp host's site. And no ticket at my campsite, #10. I called the camp host again. Still no answer. Then I sent a text message. No response. I understand the smoke from the wildfires had a significant impact on the recreational activities in the area, but it seemed less than satisfactory that the camp hosts were absent without any contact. This would be a very nice camping experience under different environmental conditions. And thanks to recreation.gov for taking care of business.
Location Alpine Meadow Campground
Address:
11989 Martis Dam Road
Truckee, CA, 96160
United States
From State Highway 267, turn onto Martis Dam Road. Continue on Martis Dam Road for approximately 1.2 miles. Tur miles. Turn right a 0.2 miles to the campground entrance. You have now arrived at the entrance to Alpine Meadows Campground.
Alpine Meadow Campground is accessible via State Highway 267, which is approximately 1.2 miles from the campground entrance via Martis Dam Road.
Elevation: 1785 feet
4.8 mi drive to downtown Truckee (about 10 min)
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site types & loops
- Campers must stay within the designated boundaries marked by pea gravel.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
