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.
Upcoming Availability
10 of 14 days currently show available sites.
Fri, Sep 11
None
available
Sat, Sep 12
None
available
Sun, Sep 13
None
available
Mon, Sep 14
None
available
Tue, Sep 15
23
sites
Wed, Sep 16
23
sites
Thu, Sep 17
19
sites
Fri, Sep 18
11
sites
Sat, Sep 19
11
sites
Sun, Sep 20
23
sites
Mon, Sep 21
24
sites
Tue, Sep 22
23
sites
Wed, Sep 23
23
sites
Thu, Sep 24
23
sites
Campground guide
What to know before booking
Prosser Family Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest, 10 minutes north of Truckee. The campground offers single-family campsites with large parking spurs. The campground is situated within walking distance of the western shore of the reservoir.
max Stay
14 days
max Concurrent Stay
3 campsite(s) held
Official campground details, summarized
Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.
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.
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.
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.
Campsite map
Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.
Campsites
A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.
Site 027
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 008
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 024
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 011
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 013
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 025
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 028
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 022
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 021
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 018
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 029
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 007
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 004
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
60 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 017
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 019
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 010
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 005
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 009
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 023
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 016
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 003
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 001
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 026
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Site 012
AREA PROSSER FAMILY
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Important notices
Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in appropriate containers. Bear lockers dimensions are 48" wide x 28" deep x 35" tall. Please plan food storage containers accordingly.
Off-highway vehicles must be trailered to and from designated OHV routes. Recreational riding is not allowed in the campground
Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest
Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Truckee Ranger District (530) 587-3558 (voice), (530) 587-6907 (TDD).
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Common questions
Is Prosser Family available right now?
Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 10 of the next 14 days, starting Tue, Sep 15. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.
How do I book Prosser Family?
Reservations are handled by Recreation.gov, not by Kestrel. Use the official reservation link on this page to book. Kestrel only watches availability and tells you when a site frees up.
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