About Lakeside (truckee)
Number of accommodations: 41
Campground Amenities
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Lake Access
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (130)
What Guests Are Saying
Lakeside Campground in Truckee is praised for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and stunning views of the night sky, making it a memorable destination for campers. Camp hosts Kim and John receive high marks for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to a pleasant camping experience. However, some campers noted issues with noise from nearby sites, a lack of running water, and uneven ground in certain areas, which could impact comfort. Overall, many visitors express a desire to return due to the campground's beauty and welcoming atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Lakeside Campground in Truckee is praised for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and stunning views of the night sky, making it a memorable destination for campers. Camp hosts Kim and John receive high marks for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to a pleasant camping experience. However, some campers noted issues with noise from nearby sites, a lack of running water, and uneven ground in certain areas, which could impact comfort. Overall, many visitors express a desire to return due to the campground's beauty and welcoming atmosphere.
Review Summary
Felipe H
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The campground was closed so I was charged, but was not able to use the facility. I was not happy.
Doug C
VerifiedOctober 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Lakeside is the only camp ground in the region that alows ATV riding (5 mph) in and out of the park. Lots of good trails to ride on. Some OHV trails connect with Little Truckee Summit. I like to fallow the old Truckee/Hobart RR line that runs right through the camp. When you drive into the camp, you're on it. The cement pillars for the train trustles are still plain to see throughout Prosser Meadows.
The lake is beautiful in the morning light. Big fire pits. Heavy duty picnic tables. I'll put a blanket down before sitting next time. (very cold) Camp sites even had Bear Boxes to keep your trash, food or just to lock up your unruly children.
The camp sites are well maintained (not a pine needle to be found on the ground) but we raked the small rocks for a better walking serface.
Truckee is a stones throw away. You've got some of the best pizza and authentic Mexican food there is.
If you like history... You are right next to the "Donner Camp". You might also want to visit the Donner State Park Museum at Donner Lake. While you're at it, take a drive up Old Hwy 40 to the Rainbow Bridge vista point. It is worth the drive!
If you're looking for a KOA... This isn't it. There is no store, showers or group activities, unless you bring the group. The toilets are waterless, but clean. There are few bathrooms and they can be quite a walk from your campsite. We understood there was an issue with their water suply, but we are independant. Plan ahead... Ask questions.
I recomend Lakeside for old school camping, ATV riding, fishing and chilling. Maybe we'll see you there? Doug and Merl.
Elizabeth H
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Larger and busier than nearby Prosser Family Campground, which I rate 5 stars. Clean and quiet but for RV campers nearby who ran a generator for a couple hours near our tent, but at least they turned it off by 10pm. Sufficient pit toilets. Potable water spigots turned off for the season.
Christopher H
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
I would say 5 star because it has beauty of it's own. It is in wide space but has no decent shade of any kind but can see lots of stars as well. Great if you have solar power since there's no trees to starve it. I camped at this site twice for the past year and will do so again. One thing is all sit check in is 2pm and check out is 12 pm. I had a couple with a pickup and a trailer arrived almost three hours early of supposedly check in time, cutting 45 minutes into my time slot and asked me if I am done with my site. Please do not do this to anyone. It is rude and disrupt their peace time within their time slot. Not fault of campsite. You arrive early, you WAIT! Checking time is 2:00PM!
Beverly B
VerifiedAugust 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The campground is very nice and well maintained. I do understand the new to have water turned off but really there should be some kind of hand cleaner at the restrooms.
April B
VerifiedAugust 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Beautiful views from every campsite. The bathrooms were clean and the campsite was dog friendly. I can’t wait to go back again!!
laura f
VerifiedJuly 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
We had a campsite near the reservoir. We were able to kayak and paddle board easily. We were able to do a lot of birding while we were there
Nona P
VerifiedJuly 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
No running water from the camp spigots.
Bill C
VerifiedJuly 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
The good -
Campsites are mostly well spaced out. The views of the lake are lovely.
The bad -
Pit toilets only
NO WATER anywhere - all water must be brought in
Very dusty roads for hiking with ATV use
Next time we will stay in Tahoe.
Tom K
VerifiedJuly 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)
Loved the lake and space. Amenities were as described.
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
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Off-road vehicles can only be used to enter and exit the facility. 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 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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Maximum 1 RV per site. |
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Water will not be available at this facility for the 2026 season. Please plan accordingly when making a reservation and planning arrival. |
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Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm. |
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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. |
