About Granite Flat (california)
Number of accommodations: 68
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Reviews (215)
What Guests Are Saying
Granite Flat campground is praised for its beautiful location near the Truckee River, clean facilities, and friendly camp hosts, making it a popular choice for annual visits. Many campers appreciate the easy access to outdoor activities like biking and floating, and the well-maintained restrooms add to the positive experience. However, road noise from nearby Highway 89 is a common concern, particularly at night, which can detract from the overall tranquility of the site.
What Guests Are Saying
Granite Flat campground is praised for its beautiful location near the Truckee River, clean facilities, and friendly camp hosts, making it a popular choice for annual visits. Many campers appreciate the easy access to outdoor activities like biking and floating, and the well-maintained restrooms add to the positive experience. However, road noise from nearby Highway 89 is a common concern, particularly at night, which can detract from the overall tranquility of the site.
Review Summary
Franz C
VerifiedAugust 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Very nice campsite on the Truckee River.... close to Lake Tahoe.
My negative comment is about Recreation.gov. When I made the reservation I put in that we'd have 2 cars at the site. Recreation.gov then gave me a price that I paid.... only to learn once set up that I owed another $5 for the 2nd car. I'm not quibbling about the fee... I just thought since recreation.gov asked how many cars that they had included in my checkout. Should have been able to pay everything at once. Fortunately I had a $5 bill on site, otherwise I'd have to have driven to Truckee to find an ATM.
KEVIN D
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Very small, but well
Kept up. Bathrooms always clean and supplied. Looking forward to going back
Jose B
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Site 4 has no level ground large enough for even a moderately sized tent. Traffic noise all night long. Toilets are nice, and quality TP was very appreciated.
Neal W
VerifiedAugust 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Noisy, “open” , contractor type generator in use. Many camp sites not well maintained. Beautiful campground!
Ellen B
VerifiedAugust 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Lots of road noise and not much privacy. We happened to be there when it was 90 degrees and our campsite was directly in the sun with no shade. I think there are better places along the Truckee River.
Mary C
VerifiedAugust 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Very nice campground on the river. Great location to visit the Donner museum and to hike the Donner tunnel trails.
Jack P
VerifiedAugust 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Literally on the highway. If you don’t mind semi trucks blazing by at 80 mph at 3am then this is the spot for you! So close to the highway in some spots you can’t hear people speak if they’re not right next to you. Not trying to be a drama queen here but for real this may be the worst campsite I’ve ever been to lol.
Michael V
VerifiedAugust 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Not the fault of the facility.. Problem was smoke from wildfires. Left camp on the 7th instead of the 9th, didn’t take the time to cancel my reservation. However, I did notify the camp host so that he could open it for someone else. The campground itself is good and has been for years. The new restrooms, potties only, are a big improvement. Michael
Mike B
VerifiedAugust 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
Nice campground just next to the Truckee River.
Good - easy access to the river.
Good - lots of trees and shade.
Bad - right next to the highway...try not to get a campsite alongside the highway.
Bad - no showers.
Anthony S
VerifiedAugust 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: AREA GRANITE FLAT (CALIFORNIA)
One of the very best spots on the 10th Mtn memorial highway. Respect the spot and management. A man who has a hound is ok 👌 in my book. Had some pushy neighbors who had the spot next to us the day before and our spot when we were leaving and couldn’t wait 4 my son and I to leave to move all their crap in. They were nice but very pushy and not very respectful to our time in the spot I paid for. IMO
Location Granite Flat (california)
Address:
9500 River Road
Truckee, CA, 96161
United States
From Truckee, take Highway 89 south approx. 1 mile to the campground. 9500 River Road, Truckee, CA 96161
Latitude & Longitude: 39.2992 / -120.204
Elevation: 1786 feet
Policies & Rules
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Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers. Bear locker dimensions are 28" tall x 47" wide x 36" deep. Please plan food storage containers accordingly. |
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Off-highway vehicles must be trailered to and from designated OHV routes. Recreational riding is not allowed in the campground |
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Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest. |
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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). |
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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. |
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Firewood available from the campground host (subject to availability). |
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One vehicle included with single site reservation and two vehicles included in double site 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. |
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Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm. |
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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. |
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6 people maximum per single site and 12 people maximum per double site. |
