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East Meadow Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides for a great base camp, allowing visitors to enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. East Meadow Campground is operated by Nevada Irrigation District in cooperation with the Tahoe National Forest Recreation The adjacent 1,000-acre lake 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. The lake is an irrigation source, meaning its level will drop as the season progresses. A portion of the Pacific Crest Trail meanders along the east side of the lake. It is open to hiking and horseback riding and provides opportunities for viewing wildlife. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area. Facilities The campground offers single- and double-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flushing and Vault toilets and drinking water are also 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 of the lake, in a forest of pine and fir trees. Some sites have a view of the lake, and boats can be moored nearby. ADA Access: N
Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 North exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles, to the turnoff for Jackson Meadows. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Turn into the campground at the Pass Creek Campground sign.
Camping in the trees with an easy walk to the reservoir. Clean flush toilet bathrooms. Water spigot throughout the camping area. Very nice camp host.
Great campsite, close to the lake. Restroom was okay, no showers available. Nice hostess.
Great camp ground! Easy to get to the water, great trails, and the nicest camp hosts!
This is an amazing campground! We went with a group and got a double site which fit a small rv and a tent with three vehicles as well. We had children ranging from 3yrs to 6yrs old and they all had a great time as well. It is very pet friendly as well and very quiet. The hike to the lake was very convenient for us. We went swimming and kayaking in the lake.
Great camping locations for those looking to get away. The site books up fast so keep in mind your travel dates. There are some first come first serve sites but those are a hit or miss. One nice thing about the lake and area it is dog friendly so your 4-legged buddies can come too.
