Garden Point Boat-in Campground
Bullards Bar Reservoir is located on the North Yuba River at an elevation of 2000 feet. It is located approximately 21 miles north of Nevada City, California. It has a maximum surface area of 4,760 acres and a length of over 16 miles and shoreline of more than 60 miles.
Public access for boating and recreation is limited to 2 developed and 1 undeveloped boat launches: the Cottage Creek Boat Launch ramp at Emerald Cove Marina (aprox. 3 miles from campground by boat), the Dark Day Boat Launch ramp (aprox. 1 mile from campground by boat), and the undeveloped site at the end of Moran Road. The area includes 5 campgrounds, 2 picnic areas, 2 boat launch ramps, 1 marina, 1 overlook, 1 day use area and several developed hiking trails.
Need to Know
Utility hookups and showers are not available
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 Yuba River Ranger District (530) 288-3231 or 478-6253 (voice), (530) 288-3656 (TDD).
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There is no water at the facility
Natural Features
The sides of the reservoir are generally steep and public access for boating and recreation is limited. The reservoir is surrounded by both conifer and hardwood forests with numerous brush species. There is plenty of shade at the campsites
Nearby Attractions
There is a beautiful non- motorized trail system in the area, with 5 different trails to choose from. Bullards Bar Trailhead is 14 miles, 7 Ball Trial is 1 mile, 8 Ball Trail is 3.8 miles, Rebel Ridge Trail is 1.6 miles and Schoolhouse Trail is 0.7 miles. Maps are available at the North Yuba Ranger Station just a couple miles east of the reservoir on Marysville Road.
Recreation
Activities include wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, boating, water skiing, and other water sports. Swimming opportunities are limited because of the steep slopes; however boaters will find numerous opportunities for swimming in various locations around the reservoir. The reservoir provides yearlong fishing opportunities for both warm and cold water fish species. Supplies are available at the marina as well as the nearby communities of Camptonville, North San Juan, and Dobbins.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Yuba River Ranger Station This is the Ranger Station address, not the address of the campground 15924 Highway 49 Camptonville CA 95922
Physical Address
boat in campground, Launch from Dark Day boat launch ramp or Emerald Cove Marina launch and ramp
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 530-478-6253
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Nevada City, California, travel approximatley 20 miles north on Highway 49 to Marysville Road. Turn left onto Marysville Road and travel approximatley 3 miles to the Dark Day Boat Launch ramp and launch from the ramp. Or travel approximatley 7 miles to Emerald Cove Marina and launch from the launch and ramp there.
Available Campsites
- Site 16&17D, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 8&9D, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 10, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 20, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 14, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 3&4D, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 5, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 13, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 19, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 15, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 7, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 2, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 18, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 6, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 11&12D, Loop A, Type Boat IN
- Site 1, Loop A, Type Boat IN
