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Fir Top 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.

Fir Top Campground is located near Sierraville in the Tahoe National Forest. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can affect temperatures, ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Sierra Hot Springs and the scenic views of the Sierra Valley.

Description

National Forest

Tahoe National Forest

Overview

Fir Top Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. The location, part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area, makes a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities available in the surrounding area, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. Fir Top Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest

Recreation

The reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout. A boat ramp and designated swim beach are located within the recreation area. A half-mile interpretive nature trail wanders through the adjacent Woodcamp Campground. A portion of the Pacific Crest Trail meanders along the east side of the lake. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area.

Natural Features

Jackson Meadow Reservoir is situated in a rolling forested valley, where visitors are awarded beautiful views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain. The campground lies on the western shore in a forest of pine and fir trees.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 994-3401.

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Location

Fir Top Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 North exit. Follow Highway 89 north toward Sierraville for 17 miles, to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles to the Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Proceed across the dam and continue along the paved/gravel road for approximately four miles, to the campground.

Coordinates

39.4855556 N
120.5502778 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Fir Top Campground?

    Fir Top Campground allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Fir Top Campground?

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

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Fir Top 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 Fir Top Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Fir Top Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Fir Top Campground?

    There are 12 campsites at Fir Top Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts