Public Land Camping

PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND

SIERRAVILLE, CAManaged by FS

Things to Do

BikingBoatingCampingCanoeingFishingHikingHuntingNon-motorized boatingSwimmingWater accessWater activitiesWater skiingWater sports

RV & Site Information

For RV enthusiasts planning a visit, PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND accommodates recreational vehicles up to 50 feet in length. This USDA Forest Service is available for advance reservation, making it a reliable choice for planned trips.

Popular activities at this location include Biking, Boating, Camping, and Canoeing. The campground's proximity to SIERRAVILLE offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the California region.

Located in SIERRAVILLE, California, PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.

About this place

Overview Pass Creek Campground is located on scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. Pass Creek Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Jackson Meadow Reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout. A boat ramp is located at Pass Creek Campground. A designated swim beach is nearby.

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 several single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flushing and Vault 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 northeastern shore in a dense forest of pine and fir trees. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (530) 994-3401. Nearby Attractions Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized area, Bowman corridor lakes, camping, and hiking. PCT access on the east side of the lake.

Getting There

Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Turn at the Pass Creek Campground sign.

Amenities

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