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Boca Rest Campground

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Extra vehicles can now be paid for when making your reservation! Just use the add-on feature in Recreation.gov and display receipt upon arrival.Although this is a great feature, you are still responsible for ensuring all your vehicles fit within your driveway as we have extrememly limited overflow parking. Please double check the driveway length before booking your site to ensure that all your vehicles will fit properly.

Boca Rest Campground, near Truckee, California, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Tahoe National Forest. With its picturesque views and proximity to the water, it’s a great place to unwind and enjoy nature.

This campground offers a laid-back vibe with basic amenities like picnic tables and fire pits at each site, perfect for evening gatherings. Visitors have praised the cleanliness of the vault toilets and the friendly camp host, making for a welcoming atmosphere. As one camper noted, “It’s a really lovely national forest park with beautiful views.”

For outdoor activities, Boca Rest Campground is right by the lake, where you can fish, boat, or just soak in the scenery. The area is known for its peacefulness, with enough space between sites to feel like you’re in your own little world. Some campers have mentioned that while the sites are a bit close together, the overall experience is still enjoyable, especially with the stunning backdrop of the mountains and the calming sound of the water.

If you’re planning a visit, keep in mind that the campground operates from mid-May to early October. So pack your gear, bring your pets, and get ready for a memorable camping experience in this beautiful corner of California.

Description

National Forest

Tahoe National Forest

Overview

Boca Rest Campground is located along the shores of__Boca Reservoir, 20 minutes from Truckee, California.__Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, swimming, fishing and abundant hiking opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National__Forest.

Recreation

Boca Reservoir spans over 900 acres and is a popular location for boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing. A boat ramp is located on the west shore of Boca Reservoir, and an unimproved__boat launching area is due south of the campground. The Little Truckee River is nearby and offers some of Northern California's best catch-and-release fly-fishing. The surrounding area offers hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails.Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail showcases the boom and bust of the historic town of Boca as it transitioned from a construction camp for the Central Pacific Railroad to the Boca Mill and Ice Company and later to the Boca Brewery. PLEASE HELP KEEP YOUR PUBLIC LANDS HEALTHY, PRODUCTIVE, AND BEAUTIFUL Off-Highway Vehicle enthusiasts have been utilizing the Tahoe National Forest in uncharacteristically high numbers. Unfortunately, resource damage is occurring. Pease remember the following: Not all closed routes are blocked with gates or posted with _ closed _ signs. Please consult the Motor Vehicle Use map to learn more about seasonal operation dates. Do not operate Motorized Vehicles outside of established routes. The reckless riding of a few can cause resource damage that lasts for years and leads to further restrictions for all riders.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the northeastern shores of the Boca Reservoir, near where the reservoir meets the Little Truckee River. The campground is characterized by open areas dotted with sagebrush. A few pines are scattered throughout the site but shade is very__limited.

Nearby Attractions

Stampede Reservoir is located 9 miles north of the campground, where boating, water skiing, fishing, and swimming are popular activities. Truckee, 20 minutes away, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivity, top notch restaurants, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is conveniently located only 30 minutes away. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.

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Location

Boca Rest Campground is located in California

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Directions

From Reno, take I-80 west to the Hirschdale Exit. Drive north on Hirschdale Road approximately 3 miles to the campground.From Truckee, take I-80 west 10 miles to the Hirschdale Exit. Drive north on Hirschdale Road approximately 3 miles to the campground. 13036 Stampede Meadows Road, Truckee, CA 96161

Address

10811 Stockrest Springs Road
Truckee, CA 96161

Coordinates

39.4191667 N
120.0863889 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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12 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 4, 2023

Just the Right Spot

It’s a really lovely national forest park clean park spots have tables the views are beautiful and the camp host super friendly

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Mama J., October 4, 2023
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Mama J., October 4, 2023
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Mama J., October 4, 2023
Reviewed May. 11, 2023

Peaceful

Really nice basic USFS campground in the Tahoe National Forest. It's only $20/night. Each camp site has a picnic table and a fire pit. There isn't much division or privacy between sites, but the sites are spread apart enough so that you don't feel too close to neighbors.

My Verizon phone had very iffy and spotty service. The sites were dirt/gravel and pretty level and big.

There are other campgrounds here around the water that are more easily accessible from the main road. This one felt more secluded and nature-ey than the others.

Pit toilets available.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Laura M., May 11, 2023
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Laura M., May 11, 2023
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Laura M., May 11, 2023
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Reviewed Aug. 14, 2022

Beautiful Family Spot

Beautiful campsite right next to the water. Vault bathrooms were clean. Lots of RV sites and fairly busy campground. People were respectful of quiet hours.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Andrea M., August 14, 2022
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Andrea M., August 14, 2022
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Andrea M., August 14, 2022
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Reviewed May. 29, 2022

Lovely but windy

The site is pretty quiet. The vault toilets were actually fine, no hesitation using them and a there is a water spigot. Lake is calm, but it was too windy to set up the tent. Overnight temps in the 30's for Memorial weekend. Few trees, little shade. Lots of off road vehicles and RVs, but not a lot of noise from them.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Lulu , May 29, 2022
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Lulu , May 29, 2022
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Lulu , May 29, 2022
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Reviewed Apr. 25, 2022

quiet, peaceful, excellent stay

really great stay! the lake is a great swimming temp in june, the views are gorgeous, and there’s plenty of trees and shade. i was lucky to have the spot i was in because there was plenty of foliage to keep my site fairly private. only downside is that the campground is close to the road- it wasn’t particularly busy but you hear it every time a car is coming down the road. other than that, a great spot to camp for a bit of peace and quiet or to break up your drive on your way to another destination

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Morgan , April 25, 2022
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Morgan , April 25, 2022
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Morgan , April 25, 2022
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Reviewed Sep. 1, 2020

Boca Rest Campground

Nice campsite. They are a little  close to other campers but still nice. Lake was right down the hill. Bathrooms are close if you are tent camping. Very limited cell service. Camp host wad very nice and accessible. Would camp there again 😊

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Marcie B., September 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Marcie B., September 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Marcie B., September 1, 2020
Reviewed May. 26, 2019

Awesome

Beautiful campground not on top of anyone no amenities but great recreation and fishing. Pit toilettes only.

  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Samantha  T., May 26, 2019
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Samantha  T., May 26, 2019
Reviewed Jul. 9, 2018

Beautiful lakeside camping in Tahoe National Forest

When we camped here in July 2018, the road over Boca Dam was closed, and the detour directions were very confusing. After driving over miles of unpaved and poorly marked roads, we finally arrived. It was worth it. The lake is a beautiful shade of blue, and there is a sweet smell of pine in the air. The views from our campsite were amazing. Boating and fishing are permitted, and families with young kids were paddling around the shallows on inflatable rafts. There is no drinking water. The vault toilets were clean and maintained. The campground host was friendly and helpful.

  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Norma Y., July 9, 2018
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Norma Y., July 9, 2018
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Norma Y., July 9, 2018
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Reviewed Jun. 30, 2018

Lakeside Camping

My family and I have camped at Boca Resivior while living in Truckee for 15 years. It’s a well kept locals secret, leading to flat waters and many undisturbed camping nights.

The campgrounds is just about half a mile from the boat ramp.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Andrew D., June 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Boca Rest Campground by Andrew D., June 30, 2018
Reviewed Jun. 19, 2018

dry camping

little known lake that doesn't get too busy. it is basic dry camping. the lake has been low last few times I've been but the fishing is normally great

Reviewed Aug. 27, 2016

Boca

Cool lake to go for a day take the jet skis out most dessert and water has been really low last couple of years

Reviewed Jul. 11, 2016

Boca campground Ca

Had a lovely spot with amazing view. Camp ground person in charge was polite and very nice

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Boca Rest Campground?

    Boca Rest Campground allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Boca Rest Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Boca Rest Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Boca Rest Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Boca Rest Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Boca Rest Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is good.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Boca Rest Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Boca Rest Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Boca Rest Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Boca Rest Campground?

    There are 62 campsites at Boca Rest Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts