About Lakeside (Truckee)
Number of accommodations: 41
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (260)
What Guests Are Saying
Lakeside Campground in Truckee receives high praise for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and stunning night sky views, making it a memorable destination for visitors. Camp hosts Kim and John are highlighted for their friendliness and dedication to maintaining the area. While some campers noted issues with noise and water availability, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Lakeside Campground in Truckee receives high praise for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and stunning night sky views, making it a memorable destination for visitors. Camp hosts Kim and John are highlighted for their friendliness and dedication to maintaining the area. While some campers noted issues with noise and water availability, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Donnell S
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The place is beautiful, it great if you just want to get away, you can fish, you are close to town if you need to run in for something. We ride side by side and were able to ride out of camp. We will definitely be back.
Donnell S
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The place is beautiful, it great if you just want to get away, you can fish, you are close to town if you need to run in for something. We ride side by side and were able to ride out of camp. We will definitely be back.
Gary P
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Chipmunk plague didn't help.
Good:
- The lake is nice, water is clean and good temperature.
- Eagles and Osprey are visible and active
Bad:
- No shade - flat, treeless camp site.
- Lots of ATVs - loud machines, loud people that come along with loud machines
- Not the place to go if you want to enjoy nature
Teresa L
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
We were here during the weekday during the summer. The campground is close to town, but still feels far away. Very basic amenities, but the campground host was friendly, as was the forest service ranger we encountered. Picnic tables and campfire rings in good condition. Firewood available from the campground host. Other campers also followed the campground rules for the most part. The lake level is fairly low, so it was a bit of a walk to put our SUPs and kayaks in the water. There seemed to be pretty good fishing, and no speed boats on the lake. Very pleasant.
Gary P
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Chipmunk plague didn't help.
Good:
- The lake is nice, water is clean and good temperature.
- Eagles and Osprey are visible and active
Bad:
- No shade - flat, treeless camp site.
- Lots of ATVs - loud machines, loud people that come along with loud machines
- Not the place to go if you want to enjoy nature
Teresa L
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
We were here during the weekday during the summer. The campground is close to town, but still feels far away. Very basic amenities, but the campground host was friendly, as was the forest service ranger we encountered. Picnic tables and campfire rings in good condition. Firewood available from the campground host. Other campers also followed the campground rules for the most part. The lake level is fairly low, so it was a bit of a walk to put our SUPs and kayaks in the water. There seemed to be pretty good fishing, and no speed boats on the lake. Very pleasant.
Kimberlee S
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The host a John was a nice guy. Very helpful!
Kimberlee S
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The host a John was a nice guy. Very helpful!
Julie G
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Had a great time as usual at Lakeside! The only negative this trip was the number of bees there were. Hadn't encountered that previously at Lakeside. Other than the bees, the site was clean, accessible, and we had a great time!
Julie G
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Had a great time as usual at Lakeside! The only negative this trip was the number of bees there were. Hadn't encountered that previously at Lakeside. Other than the bees, the site was clean, accessible, and we had a great time!
Location Lakeside (Truckee)
Address:
13453 Old Highway 89
Truckee, CA, 96161
United States
From Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. In approximately 3.5 miles turn right at the sign for Prosser Recreation Sites. In one mile the campground will be on the left. 13453 Old Highway 89, Truckee, CA 96161
Latitude & Longitude: 39.3832 / -120.172
Elevation: 1754 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- Off-road vehicles can only be used to enter and exit the facility. Recreational riding is not allowed in 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).
- 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.
- Water will not be available at this facility for the 2026 season. Please plan accordingly when making a reservation and planning arrival.
- 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.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
