Boating and fishing drive most visits to Logger Campground, a large Forest Service facility set along the shores of Stampede Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest. The campground sits close enough to the water that some sites look directly out over the lake, and a boat ramp is within easy reach. Cell service is spotty here, which is worth factoring into your planning.
The atmosphere shifts noticeably by season. Summer weekends pack the campground with RVs and watercraft, and reviewers consistently describe the place as loud during holiday periods. One visitor calls it "an RV city" in peak summer. Fall brings thinner crowds and cooler temperatures, with nights dropping sharply by September. That quieter window also tends to bring more wildlife to the shoreline, including bears actively feeding before winter, so food storage is not optional. Reviewers recommend hanging food from a tree rather than relying on coolers alone.
Sites vary considerably in spacing and fit. Many spots are narrow, and Marty P. notes that visitors should "make sure when you book, you get the right size spot." The campground accommodates RVs up to 50 feet and has a pay dump station just offsite. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table, and firewood is available on-site. Water spigots are placed at regular intervals throughout the facility. Vault toilets are consistently reported as clean.
Water levels at the reservoir can vary with drought conditions, something worth checking before a trip centered on swimming or lake access. Kayaking and fishing are the main draws when water levels cooperate. The Emigrant Group Campground and Stampede Reservoir - Water Recreation area are both within a mile for campers who want to compare nearby options. Reservations are available and recommended, especially for summer visits. Tent campers who prioritize seclusion may find the scale and noise level of Logger a mismatch, but for groups oriented around lake recreation, the direct water access is the main draw.
Description
Overview
Logger Campground sits on beautiful Stampede Reservoir on the Tahoe National Forest, 30 minutes from Truckee, Calif. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, fishing and abundant hiking and off-road trails. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.
Recreation
Boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on the reservoir. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout and kokanee salmon. A boat ramp is located on-site. Many miles of hiking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. The nearby Commemorative Emigrant Trail is open to hiking and mountain biking.
Facilities
This large campground offers over 200 single, double, and triple family campsites. Campsites are arranged in six loops: Cross Cut (1-60), Iron Ox (61-115), Steam Donkey (116-161), Whistle Punk (162-187), Ox Bow (188-209), and Double Bit (210-252). Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, along with vault toilets and drinking water. A boat ramp and boat trailer parking is located less than a mile away. An amphitheater is located within the campground and is accessed by car or the shoreline hiking trail. The dump station is a quarter mile from the campground entrance and is $10 per dump, credit card only.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on the south side of Stampede Reservoir, which is located on the Little Truckee River, approximately eight miles above the confluence of the Little Truckee and Truckee Rivers. A forest of ponderosa pine, Jeffrey pine and fir trees covers the area. Sagebrush dots the forest floor.
Contact Info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (877) 444-6777 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
Boca Reservoir is 10 minutes south of the campground, offering additional boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing opportunities. Truckee, 30 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including Interstate highway connectivitiy, top notch restaraunts, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located about an hour south and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Prosser Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Attention: FCFS sites must be paid for with cash. This Facility does not have a card reader.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLogger Campground is located in California near Floriston
Directions
From Truckee, Calif., travel east on Interstate 80 for 10 miles, to the Hirschdale Road exit. Follow Hirschdale Road/Stampede Dam Road north for eight miles, to the Stampede Reservoir. Take a left on Dog Valley Road to go over Stampede Dam. Go past Emigrant Group Campground and in a quarter mile the campground will be on the right. Alternate Access (partially gravel road): From Truckee, go north on Hwy 89 for 5 miles and take a right on Hobart Mills Road. Follow Hobart Mills Road to Dog Valley Road and take a left. In approximately 3 miles, pass the boat ramp road, and in a half mile, the Campground Entrance will be on the left.
Address
10811 Stockrest Springs Road
Truckee, CA 96161
Coordinates
39.464733 N
120.121623 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/9/26
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/9/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/21/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/9/26
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/9/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/21/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly

























