Sierra

Tahoe National Forest

Sierra Campground is located on the north bank of the North Yuba River between Sierra City and Yuba Pass. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing and gold panning.

The campground offers single-family tent-only sites. Each site has a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided.

Notifications and Alerts

• A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.

Need to Know

• In accordance with standard industry practices, we will be assessing a $5 additional vehicle fee on the 'second vehicle' in each single family campsite, and on the 'third and fourth vehicle' in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.
• Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
• RVs are not recommended because there is limited turnaround space
• 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 is situated between the highway and the creek-sized North Yuba River in a forest of mature fir trees. Many sites overlook the river.

Nearby Attractions

Lakes Basin offers many opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking. Sardine Lakes Resort offers boat rentals, lodging, and a restaurant. Anglers will find rainbow and brook trout in many of the lakes, streams, and rivers throughout the basin. A developed boat ramp is located at Gold Lake and accomodates launching of larger boats. Over 30 miles of maintained trails for hiking, mountain biking, and motorcycle singletrack branch out across the area and the Pacific Crest Trail can be accessed at a few spots in the Lakes Basin area. The historic towns of Sierra City and Downieville offer historic and cultural attractions, restaurants, shops, churches, and vistor information.

Recreation

A large network of trails is available in the area, including the Pacific Crest Trail. Boating, fishing, and swimming are available at nearby Sardine Lakes, about 5 miles from the campground. Sardine Lakes Resort offers boat rentals.

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

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip

Driving Directions

From Sierra City travel north on Highway 49, in about 7 miles turn right into the campground.

Available Campsites

• Site 009, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 002, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop AREA SIERRA, Type Tent Only Nonelectric

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