Alpine Meadows Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Alpine Meadows Campground is located in the Truckee Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (40 min southwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,877 feet. There are a total of 24 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, floating sports.

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4.5 out of 5

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@KamilleL9BB476 · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #15

Great little camping spot, its also called the Martis Creek Campground (follow the signs for that). The campground is quiet except for a few airplanes, but its nothing crazy. The lake isnt right next to the campground, so you do have to walk/drive/bike there. A lot of sap from the trees, so just be aware if you have dogs or small kids. Overall it was a great camping spot to chill and relax.

@AJS7082096 · Camped on Jun 4, 2025 at Campsite #21

Could not be a better place for a few quiet days. Clean and quiet with lots of hiking and biking.Thank you.

@RichA93D59A18E · Camped on Jun 1, 2025 at Campsite #1

quick service. everything went smoothly. i really like the fact that you can use a phone to get reservations even at the last moment.

@PamelaM1753071 · Camped on May 29, 2025 at Campsite #14

Lovely location in a grove of trees near a lake. Quiet, clean, well spaced sites.

@ElizabethB5852 · Camped on May 22, 2025 at Campsite #17

Small campground with lots of trees and wide spaces between campsites. Site (#17) took minimal leveling. Bathroom was clean and well supplied with hand soap, toilet paper and hand towels.Campers observed the quiet time and I didnt observe any dogs off leash.

@MehranSEC2F826 · Camped on May 16, 2025 at Campsite #9

Great experience

@CaseyF5956959 · Camped on Oct 5, 2024 at Campsite #3

very clean and quiet

@SandraM1586460 · Camped on Oct 4, 2024 at Campsite #12

Clean, quiet, lots of room in between sites, great walking trails nearby.

@JohnM3648045 · Camped on Sep 25, 2024 at Campsite #4

Campground was nice we had a great site #23. Bathrooms were in dire need of cleaning of cobwebs. The road into the campground and portions of the loop are a disaster. I cant believe you cant find the funds to at least chipseal the road.

@SuzanneC657649 · Camped on Sep 22, 2024 at Campsite #6

This is one of my favorites! So quiet and peaceful. Good kayaking in Martis Lake next door. Ill be bringing my own drinking water next time, though. The water tastes horrible which is strange because Truckee has great tasting tap water.

@SteveL9386340 · Camped on Sep 19, 2024 at Campsite #3

I visited Alpine Meadow in mid September and mid week. There were very few visitors in the campground. The sites are mostly level and well maintained. It is a short walk to Martis Lake and some trails around the lake. Very quiet for being so close to Truckee.

@AislingS18C786 · Camped on Aug 30, 2024 at Campsite #9

Great quiet camping spot! There are only 25 sites and it was well spread out so it didnt feel crowded at all. We really felt like we were in the wild but also such a short way from Truckee downtown which was great for dinner one night and to go to the store. The facilities are pretty minimal with vault toilets and only running water for hand washing and refilling water bottles. The airport is quite close as well so we did hear some airplane noise during the day but nothing at night so it wasnt really disruptive. Close to some amazing hikes above Tahoe and Donner Lakes. We saw no bears which was great! We previously have camped in South Lake tahoe but its very crowded and noisy there. We will definitely be back to this campsite. Feels like a hidden gem!

@DiannPDA508F74 · Camped on Aug 27, 2024 at Campsite #9

Sweet, clean campground. No hookups but great for a couple of days of trailer camping.

@MeganO5BE15727 · Camped on Aug 9, 2024 at Campsite #6

Loved this quiet site. Felt peaceful and calm. Theres a body of water nearby but you need to drive or ride a bike (dusty trail). Camp host was nice. I have T Mobile and excellent cell service. Very close to North Star.

@JackPD02FFF574 · Camped on Aug 2, 2024 at Campsite #3

Very loud, drunk neighbors who left a pile of trash for next campers. Campground hosts did nothing to address issue.

@MeghanK979985D · Camped on Jul 28, 2024 at Campsite #13

Amazing campsite with amazing views. The only problem was the airport, when we were visiting around 1-3 am we heard airplanes taking off. We were really surprised not to hear the highway, but it was relatively quiet. The overall campsite was really nice, you are spaced away from everyone and it is really quiet. The lake is also phenomenal, as we were fishing, which was unsuccessful , we saw a hawk dive into the lake. Overall this campsite was awesome, definitely plan on returning, and defiantly recommend.

@JennaG0B345EFC · Camped on Jul 12, 2024 at Campsite #22

Love this campground and how quiet and spread out it is

@CharlesL794562 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #23

I loved this place. Beautiful setting in the pines. Small lake nearby. Beware though, it's close to the area's regional airport. There will be some jet and prop airplane noise. I'm a professional pilot, so it was music to my ears but, you may not feel the same way.

@DeborahS476998 · Camped on Jul 10, 2024 at Campsite #13

Lovely environment, very quiet, very clean

@NonaP8487287 · Camped on Jul 7, 2024 at Campsite #20

I am a return visitor & really like this campground, but It was very, very hot! I ended up driving down to the Truckee Regional Park & parked as close to the river as I could until evening. My campsite happened to have zero shade in the afternoon & little Martis Lake, near there, has no trees by the beaches. I took my big, black dog there anyway to let him cool off, but I won't ever reserve a campsite there again- that doesnt have shade when its so incredibly hot.

@NicolasM6BE36D · Camped on Jul 7, 2024 at Campsite #12

a lovely overnight with great trails all around.

@ArmandoG829365 · Camped on Jul 5, 2024 at Campsite #8

No big complaints. I really liked that the all of the camp sites had trails to the bathroom which makes it easy to find at night. The sites were pretty clean and maintained. I would stay there again.

@JohnM1144946 · Camped on Jun 20, 2024 at Campsite #4

Our biggest concern and complaint would be lack of Camp Host cleaning and restocking bathroom. Luckily we had our own toilet paper, but it was never restocked while we were there a week. We think the host needs to do a better job in cleaning bathrooms. Loved our site and the jets that came over the valley. Truckee airport is close by.

@MichaelL540355 · Camped on Jun 16, 2024 at Campsite #24

Nice little campground.

@BradW2662885 · Camped on Jun 15, 2024 at Campsite #17

Nice campground! Off the beaten path, quiet and secluded. Would stay again!

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