Accessible via paved road, Prosser Family Campground accommodates RVs up to 60 feet and offers both reservable and first-come, first-serve sites at $20 per night. The campground operates from mid-May through late September within Tahoe National Forest, with sites featuring fire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof storage boxes. Water availability varies seasonally due to maintenance issues, so campers should prepare accordingly.
Large, relatively flat sites spread throughout tall pine forest provide privacy between camping spots. Several sites on the back side of the campground offer distant views of Prosser Reservoir, while most remain shaded by mature conifers. Char P. notes the campground has "beautiful tall pine trees and spacious sites" with back-in style layouts. Vault toilets serve the campground, and camp hosts maintain cleanliness throughout the season.
Black bears frequent the area, prompting forest rangers to conduct educational visits about proper food storage. The reservoir provides opportunities for kayaking and fishing, with an easy walk from campsites to the water's edge. Cell service from both AT&T and Verizon reaches the campground, though data speeds may be slower than urban areas.
Reserve sites online well in advance, as walk-up availability remains limited during peak season. For broader camping options in the region, explore places to camp around Truckee.
Description
Overview
Prosser Family Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest, 10 minutes north of Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its many recreational opportunities such as boating, canoeing, paddling, fishing, and abundant hiking, biking, and off-road trails. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.
Recreation
Prosser Reservoir is a popular location for canoeing, swimming and fishing. Power boating is allowed but a 10-mph speed limit is enforced. A boat ramp is located a half-mile away near Prosser Ranch Group Campground. The surrounding area offers many hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites with large parking spurs. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is situated within walking distance of the western shore of the reservoir. A scenic forest of Jeffrey pine and fir trees covers the area, while sagebrush dots the forest floor. Some sites have views of the reservoir and the surrounding mountains can be seen through the trees.
Nearby Attractions
Boca Reservoir is 30 minutes east of the campground, offering additional boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing opportunities. Truckee, 10 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivity, top notch restaraunts, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 30 minutes south and 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, Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundProsser Family is located in California
Directions
From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. In aproximately 3.5 miles turn right at the sign for Prosser Recreation Sites. In about 1 mile, you will pass Lakeside Campground. In another half mile, Prosser Family Campground will be on the left. 13453 Old Highway 89, Truckee, CA 96161
Address
10811 Stockrest Springs Road
Truckee, CA 96161
Coordinates
39.377646 N
120.162514 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/25/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 4/25/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/25/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/25/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 4/25/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/25/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
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
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 23 min from Reno, NV
- 54 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 33 min from Sacramento, CA
- 1 hr 39 min from Yuba City, CA
