How do I find last-minute availability at Lakeside (Truckee) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lakeside (Truckee) Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Lakeside (Truckee) Campground have?

Lakeside (Truckee) Campground has 43 campsites.

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Lakeside (Truckee) Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

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Notices from Recreation.gov

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.

Limited , low-pressure water will be available at this facility. Please plan accordingly when making a reservation.

Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm.

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.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 26, 2026. Check Lakeside (Truckee) Campground on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Taxes applyCampsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) heldMaximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nightsMaximum stay: 14 daysMaximum per transaction: 3 reservations per transactionMinimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Lakeside (Truckee) Campground, read on August 26, 2026.