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Silver Creek Campground
Tahoe National Forest · Truckee, CA
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- Tahoe National Forest — official page
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- Address:Truckee, CA
About
For the remainder of the 2021 season - no open fires of any kind.
Propane stoves for cooking allowed, but permit required!
https://www.readyforwildfire.org/permits/campfire-permit
Silver Creek Campground is located along the Truckee River and adjacent to Highway 89 South, seven miles south of Truckee, and not far from Tahoe City. The campground offers several single-family sites. Sites range from shaded by large trees to very open. Seven sites are designated for tent-camping only. These sites are a short walk-in and overlook the Truckee River. Other sites are close to Highway 89. All sites are a short walking distance to the river. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. Each site has a bear box that must be used to store food and other scented items such as toiletries and pet food. Firewood available at the campground at host site. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.Most roads within campground are paved. Larger RVs not recommended. Highway 89 road noise can be heard.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
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