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About Lakeside (Truckee)
Number of accommodations: 41
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
On Site Services
- Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
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Reviews (282)
What Guests Are Saying
Lakeside Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful location near the lake, with clean facilities and spacious camping sites. Many visitors praised the friendly and helpful camp hosts, making for a pleasant stay. However, some campers experienced issues with noise from fellow guests and a lack of potable water, which could affect future visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Lakeside Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful location near the lake, with clean facilities and spacious camping sites. Many visitors praised the friendly and helpful camp hosts, making for a pleasant stay. However, some campers experienced issues with noise from fellow guests and a lack of potable water, which could affect future visits.
Review Summary
Yuli C
VerifiedJune 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Beware that there is still no potable water available at the campground this year. The website indicated that low-pressure water would be available, but there was none during our stay. There was also no camp host on site yet.
We enjoy camping here and will likely return, but having access to water would make a big difference. Be sure to bring all the water you’ll need.
John C
VerifiedJune 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
When we made our reservation, and again via email before our arrival, we were advised that potable water was not available. Stating that water was completely unavailable—rather than just "non-potable"—would have been much more accurate and helpful. Because of the wording, we assumed that non-potable water would still be available for washing and camp chores, which was not the case.
As a suggestion for future planning: given how much solar and battery technologies have improved—reducing the overall reliance on generators—it would be wonderful if a portion of the campground could be designated as permanently generator-free.
Kevin L
VerifiedJune 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Very pleasant and quiet. Lots of families. We were in site 7 which is a long way to the closest restroom, the furthest I have experienced. Saw people using the woods instead. Other than that it was nice and would stay there again.
Diane G
VerifiedJune 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The lake was wonderful for kayacking and swimming. However, there was no camphost in mid June this year and the vault toilets were not attended to the 3 days we were there. The outhouses all ran out of toilet paper!!! That's not okay. If the campground has had to cut costs by eliminating a host, then a park ranger should come by daily to check the toilets.
Amy V
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Small and peaceful with a gorgeous view.
Keenan D
VerifiedJuly 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
One of my favorite campsites. Beautiful, quiet, well maintained place. I stayed in site 5 and it was perfect!
Thea K
VerifiedJuly 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
We love this campground! It’s so beautiful. The water is easily accessible. And so quiet!
Ahrin K
VerifiedJuly 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
This is a beautiful campground but very dusty and the road in and out needs serious maintenance. It’s a shame our tax dollars don’t cover road maintenance and throwing down some wood chips or gravel.
Marshall Y
VerifiedJuly 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The lake and campsite were beautiful but I was very disappointed to learn there was no water after I rode my bike 50 miles. Luckily I had stocked up in Truckee. Still it would have been good information in advance
Brent L
VerifiedJuly 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
We had a nice stay fishing wasn't very good. That's okay. Did a lot of kayaking. And paddle boarding had a lot of fun.
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
Elevation: 1754 feet
5.9 mi drive to downtown Truckee (about 12 min)
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: September 8, 2026
