Established Camping
Fir Top Campground
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Stage 2 fire restrictions are in place on the Tahoe National Forest beginning August 22, 2025 due to increasing fire danger. Under these restrictions CAMPFIRES AND CHARCOAL BBQS ARE PROHIBITED IN FIR TOP CAMPGROUND. Individuals with a valid campfire permit may use a portable campfire ring/pit, stove, or lantern in an area at least three feet from any flammable materials provided that the portable campfire ring/pit, stove, or lantern only burns gas, kerosene, jellied petroleum or pressurized liquid fuel and has a with a shut-off valve. Campfire permits are free and available online at permit.preventwildfiresca.org or in-person at Tahoe National Forest Visitors Centers.Please visit the link below to review Forest Order 17-25-08 and to view a list of authorized hosted campgrounds where fires (in established metal fire rings) are allowed and to review additional prohibitions:https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/tahoe/alerts/stage-2-fire-restrictions
Attention: Due to the threat of golden mussels, these boat launches will be closed to motorized watercraft for the 2025 season: 1) Jackson Meadows Reservoir boat launches (Pass Creek and Woodcamp) and 2) Bowman Lake. You may still launch non-motorized watercraft from these boat launches. For more information, about the golden mussel and how to do your part to reduce the threat of introduction, please read below and visit: https://www.nidwater.com/jackson-meadows_._The non-native, highly invasive golden mussel was discovered in Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in October 2024. Once established, they can affect flood control by reducing water flow and contribute to harmful algal blooms. Please contact the waterbody you plan to visit for latest information about launching requirements. Since golden mussels and their larval offspring are very small, they may easily go unseen on your watercraft. To keep our favorite lakes and rivers free from this risk, please Clean, Drain, Dry equipment and watercraft before and after entering a waterbody: https://dbw.parks.ca.gov/?pageid=28993
Attention Customers:
- For the remainder of the 2025 season, Findley, Fir Top, and Woodcamp Campgrounds will not have running water. Please plan accordingly by either bringing large water jugs to fill water at East Meadow or Pass Creek Campgrounds, or coming prepared with enough water for drinking and to ensure your campfires can be extinguished entirely for the duration of your stay. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you enjoy your visit.
- For the remainder of the 2025 season, Findley and Fir Top campgrounds will not have flush toilets available. Temporary portable restrooms will be available in lieu of the flush toilets. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you enjoy your visit.
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
US Forest Service
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.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
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.
Location
Fir Top Campground is located in California
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
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
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