Chapman

Tahoe National Forest

Chapman Creek Campground is located next to Chapman Creek, near the North Yuba River. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing,  This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

The campground offers several single-family campsites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, food storage locker and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Notifications and Alerts

• Chapman Campground has been remodeled. Campsite numbers and site locations have changed. Please refer to the new map & site descriptions prior to making reservations.  

Need to Know

• Off-highway vehicle use is prohibited within the campground.
• One vehicle (or two motorcycles) included with reservation. Additional vehicle fee cost is $5/each per night for all untowed vehicles. Please pay extra vehicle fee at the self-serve fee tube located near campground entrance.
• 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 is split into two loops, with one overlooking Chapman Creek and the other, neighboring a small meadow.  Stands of mature fir and lodgepole pine trees covers the area, providing pleasant shade at most campsites.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby Lakes Basin area offers boating, fishing, hiking and more than 30 miles of maintained trails, that are also open to biking and horseback riding. The lakes provide visitors with ample opportunities to enjoy boating, canoeing and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brook trout in many of the scenic bodies of water in the area. A boat ramp is located at Gold Lake.

Recreation

A large network of hiking trails is available in the area, including the nearby Pacific Crest Trail. The trailhead for the 2-mile long Chapman Creek Trail is located within the campground.  Boating, fishing and swimming opportunites are available at nearby Sardine Lakes, about five 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 Sierraville, take Highway 49 south 14.8 miles. The campground is on the right side of the highway.

Available Campsites

• Site 003, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 019, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 022, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 025, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 026, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 023, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 002, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Walk To
• Site 007, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 020, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 024, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 021, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 027, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop AREA CHAPMAN, Type Standard Nonelectric

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