Woodcamp Campground
Jackson Meadows Reservoir

Jackson Meadows Reservoir, California
Jackson Meadows Reservoir, California

Woodcamp Campground
Jackson Meadows Reservoir


Woodcamp Campground

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Woodcamp Campground is close to the southwest shore of Jackson Meadows Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest, north of Truckee.

Woodcamp Campground is one of the most popular campgrounds at the lake because of the adjacent Woodcamp Recreation Area with a boat launch ramp and a swim beach. Jackson Meadows Reservoir is a favorite for waterskiing, boating, and fishing.

Woodcamp Campground has 16 campsites, all of which can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. The campsites may be reserved. The campground is set in a dense pine and fir forest.

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Woodcamp Campground Basics
Woodcamp Campground Location: 34 miles north of Truckee on Henness Pass Road, then south 3 miles. Route is well marked with signs.
Elevation: 6,030 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Sacramento - 137 miles, 2:48
Number of Sites: 16
Camping Season: Open Memorial Day weekend through October, weather permitting
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 ($5 per night for un-towed 2nd vehicle)
Pets: on leash, always attended
Operated by Nevada Irrigation District in cooperation with the Tahoe National Forest
Nevada Irrigation District: (530) 265-5302

Reservations at Woodcamp Campground
Reservations available: Reservations are available for camping dates from late May through September. At other times when the campground is open, all sites are first-come, first-served.
Booking Window: Reservations are available for camping dates from 3 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 40 feet
Accessible Sites: None designated, but restrooms and some campsites are accessible
Fees: $24 per night ($2 more on major holiday weekends)
Reservations: Woodcamp Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, check-out Noon

Woodcamp Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, food locker, fire ring; no hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, vault toilets, tap water
Campground Sketch Map: Woodcamp Campground Map
Showers: No
Dump station: Nearby at Pass Creek Campground
Attractions near Woodcamp Campground: Take advantage of Jackson Meadows Reservoir for boating, waterskiing, fishing, and swimming. Hike along the half-mile interpretive nature trail. Hike or horseback ride on the Pacific Crest Trail. Find other nearby horseback riding trails. Set out mountain biking. Go 4-wheeling at area OHV routes.

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Woodcamp Campground, Jackson Meadows Reservoir, Tahoe National Forest

Woodcamp Campground

Jackson Meadows
Attractions and Activities

Jackson Meadows Reservoir north of Truckee is a favorite camping and boating destination. Visitors at Woodcamp Campground have great amenities nearby such as a beach and boat launch ramp.

  • Spend carefree hours boating and fishing on Jackson Meadows Reservoir.
  • Relax at the Woodcamp Recreation Area beach.
  • Learn more about the history of Henness Pass crossed by emigrants during the Gold Rush - Oregon-California Trails Association - Henness Pass.
  • Enjoy a day of Birding in Sierra County. Spot ducks, geese, and teal at Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Bald eagles are appearing more and more frequently. For even more birds, visit Kyburz Marsh.
  • Set out on horseback or on foot along the famous Pacific Crest Trail.
  • Drive down to Independence Lake for hiking, bird watching and kayaking or motor boating with rentals from The Nature Conservancy (no outside boats).

Key Woodcamp Campground Regulations

  1. Obtain firewood locally to help prevent the spread of invasive insects.
  2. Dogs must be on leash and attended at all times.
  3. Keep food and scented items in bear-proof lockers.

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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate