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Sagehen Creek Campground

Truckee, California · Nevada County · Campground

Sagehen Creek Campground is a remote, rustic campground along Sagehen Creek approximately seven miles west of Highway 89 North. It is adjacent to a beautiful meadow with shade provided by lodgepole pine. Prepare for mosquitos in the early camping season. Not suitable for large RVs. Rough native surface roads in campgro…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Sagehen Creek Campground

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High69°F
Avg Low42°F
Peak Rain Chance1%
Humidity42%
UV (avg)9
Air Quality42 · Good
Today
🌫
Fog
59°/35°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
5:36 AM8:20 PM
Sun
🌤
Mostly Clear
65°/40°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
5:36 AM8:21 PM
Mon
☁️
Overcast
70°/43°
🌬 10mph
5:35 AM8:22 PM
Tue
☁️
Overcast
78°/44°
🌬 11mph
5:35 AM8:22 PM
Wed
☁️
Overcast
74°/47°
🌬 13mph
5:35 AM8:23 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Sagehen Creek Campground

Sagehen Creek Campground is a remote, rustic campground along Sagehen Creek approximately seven miles west of Highway 89 North. It is adjacent to a beautiful meadow with shade provided by lodgepole pine. Prepare for mosquitos in the early camping season. Not suitable for large RVs. Rough native surface roads in campground. Accessible vault toilet. Picnic tables and fire rings provided. Firewood not available for purchase. Elevation: 6500 feet.No water or trash services provided. Pack it in, pack it outNo fee for staying in Sagehen Creek campground. No reservations – first come, first served.CAMPING IS LIMITED TO 14 DAYS PER YEAR.Directions: From Truckee take Highway 89 North for approximately eight miles to Sagehen Summit. Take a left onto 260 Road and go approximately 0.10 mile to four-way intersection. Continue on 260 Road (middle road, not to field station) for approximately 1.5 miles. Take a left onto 11 Road for approximately three miles. At bottom of paved hill, take a left at Sagehen Campground sign. Campground will be on the right in approximately 0.5 mile.

What to Pack for Your Stay

Tuned to the live forecast for this park.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 9 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.
  • 🌡
    Layers for swings
    Daily temp range is wide (42°F low → 69°F high). Pack layers.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection (UV 9)
    SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Plan Your Visit to Sagehen Creek Campground

Heading to Sagehen Creek Campground? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Sagehen Creek Campground?

No central reservation system listed for Sagehen Creek Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/248729) for the latest entry policy and availability.