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NRSO |
| description |
Prosser Family Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest, 10 minutes from Truckee, Calif. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, canoeing, fishing and abundant hiking and off-road trails. |
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From Interstate 80, travel north to Highway 89 for about five miles. Turn right at the Prosser Campground sign. Continue just over a mile to the campground. The entrance is on the left. |
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The campground offers single-family campsites, a few of which are designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. |
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PROSSER FAMILY |
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75053 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=75053&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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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). Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov. |
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Boca Reservoir is 30 minutes east of the campground. Boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities enjoyed there. Lake Tahoe is located 30 minutes south of the campground. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. |
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| orientationDescription |
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. |
| recreationDescription |
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 at Prosser Ranch Group Campground. The surrounding area offers many hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails. |