Fiddle Creek

Tahoe National Forest

Fiddle Creek Campground is located alongside the North Yuba River, just off Highway 49, about 12 miles from Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing and mountain biking.  This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

The campground offers several single-family sites, all of which are designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and bearproof food locker.  Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.  While located close to the parking areas, campsites cannot be directly accessed by motor vehicles.

Notifications and Alerts

• Full fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all charcoal fires, wood-burning camp stoves and charcoal grills.

Need to Know

• Due to limited parking only one vehicle per site is allowed. Outside campground parking for extra vehicles is very limited; please carpool.
• Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
• Utility hookups and showers are not available
• 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 Yuba River Ranger District (530) 288-3231 or 478-6253 (voice), (530) 288-3656 (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.

• Flatten the Curve

  Maintaining social distance of 6ft or more when walking, hiking, jogging or biking.

  • Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arms’ length) from other people.

  • Do not gather in groups.

  • Stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings.

  Remember to bring soap & hand sanitizer.

  • Clean your hands often. 

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

  • If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub your hands together until they feel dry.

  STAY HOME IF YOU’RE SICK.

  Wear a cloth face covering in public.

  Cover coughs and sneezes.

  Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces. 

  Before traveling please check for local advisories:

  http://www.sierracounty.ca.gov/

  For more information on Corona Virus visit: 

  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html 

Natural Features

The campground stretches along the north bank of the North Yuba River. Stands of oak, maple, locust and pine trees covers the area providing ample shade at this location.

Recreation

The North Yuba River offers swimming, wading and rainbow trout fishing. Seasonal rafting, kayaking and tubing are popular water activities. Hiking and hunting are available in the surrounding area.   A network of trails crisscrosses the surrounding area. A footbridge accessing the North Yuba Trail is located at nearby  Rocky Rest Campground.

Contact Information

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YUBA RIVER RANGER STATION THIS IS THE ADDRESS FOR THE RANGER STATION, NOT THE CAMPGROUND 15924 HIGHWAY 49 Camptonville CA 95922

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: (530)478-6253

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

From Downieville, travel south on Highway 49 for about 12 miles. The campground is on the left side of the highway.

Available Campsites

• Site 004, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 002, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop AREA FIDDLE CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric

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