Lacey Creek campground
Lacey Creek
Reservations are accepted at Lacey Creek camping area, ensuring campers can secure a spot ahead of time. This is particularly important during peak seasons when the campground tends to be in high demand. It is recommended to make reservations well in advance to guarantee availability.
The best time to visit Lacey Creek camping area is during the spring and summer months. The weather during these seasons is generally mild, making it ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. However, it is important to note that the campground can get quite crowded during these peak months, so planning ahead is essential.
While enjoying the natural beauty of Lacey Creek camping area, campers should be cautious of the local wildlife, including bears. It is recommended to store food securely and follow proper bear safety protocols to avoid any unwanted encounters. Additionally, campers should be mindful of fire safety regulations and adhere to any posted guidelines to prevent forest fires.
In summary, Lacey Creek camping area in California offers a range of amenities such as restrooms, drinking water facilities, picnic tables, and fire rings. Reservations are accepted, and the best time to visit is during the spring and summer months. Campers are advised to be cautious of wildlife and follow fire safety regulations for a safe and enjoyable camping experience.
What's on-site at Lacey Creek
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lacey Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Knolls Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Paradise Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wooded Campsite (4 Tents) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Granite Campsite (1-2 Tents) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hillside Campsite (2-3 Tents) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lacey Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Truckee R Bl Div Dam Nr Sierraville Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Independence C Nr Truckee Ca | 23 cfs | → |
| Sagehen C Nr Truckee Ca | 12 cfs | → |
| Donner C A Donner Lk Nr Truckee Ca | 9 cfs | → |
| Donner C At Hwy 89 Nr Truckee Ca | 81 cfs | → |
| Truckee R Nr Truckee Ca | 505 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lacey Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Meadow Lk Snow Course | 21.2 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Independence Lake | 30.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Css Lab | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Independence Lake | 30.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Css Lab | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Independence Camp | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- West End Beach Park
- Donner Memorial State Park
- Wilderness Snow Mountain
- Bill Rose Park
- Bill Rose Memorial Park
- Truckee-Donner Recreation And Park District 1
Boat launches
- Meadow Lake Road Nevada County
- Woodcamp Access Road Nevada County
- Henness Pass Road, Sierraville
- Lake Spaulding Road 10260, Nevada City
- Fuller Lake Boating Site
- Prosser Lake Reservoir
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site
- Alpha Omega Observation Site
- Washington Overlook Observation Site
Paddle runs
- Royal Gorge (Soda Springs To Tadpole Creek)
- Headwaters Se 1/4 Of Sec 10, T18, R15e To Stampede Reservoir
- Langs Crossing Bridge To One-Half Mile West Of Confluence With Fall Creek (Boundary Of Nf And Private Land)
- Generation And Giant Gaps (Tadpole To Colfax-Iowa Hill Road)
- One-Half Mile West Of Confluence With Fall Creek To Confluence With Jefferson Creek
- Gold Lake Dam To Falls
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lacey Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lacey Creek
Can I make reservations at Lacey Creek?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Lacey Creek?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Lacey Creek.