Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Penn Valley, CA
Nestled in the picturesque Sierra Nevada foothills, Penn Valley, CA, offers a range of camping options perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. For those seeking the comforts of home on the road, the local RV parks, such as the Penn Valley RV Park, provide essential amenities like full hookups and easy access to nearby lakes and hiking trails. Tent campers can enjoy the serene landscapes at nearby Scotts Flat Lake, where shaded campsites along the water’s edge invite relaxation and adventure alike, with fishing, kayaking, and swimming just steps away. For those craving the solitude of nature, dispersed camping is available in the scenic Tahoe National Forest, offering a chance to connect with the rugged wilderness in a more remote setting. The area's diverse geography features rolling hills, lush forests, and shimmering lakes, making it an ideal backdrop for both family camping trips and solo retreats. Whether you prefer the collaborative spirit of a campground or the freedom of wild camping, Penn Valley has something to satisfy every camper's desire for exploration.
Carlton Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 17 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,263 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Fiddle Creek Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 18 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,275 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Max equipment length is 15 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Indian Valley Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 20 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,300 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Max equipment length is 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $24.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, floating sports.
Rocky Rest Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 19 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,378 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 9 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cal-ida Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 18 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,297 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 8 sites can accommodate RVs between 10 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Loafer Creek Horse Campground is part of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area in California (just 17 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 1,207 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include horseback riding.
Loafer Creek Campground is part of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area in California (just 15 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 1,207 feet. There are a total of 122 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Bidwell Canyon Campground is part of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area in California (just 16 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 935 feet. There are a total of 67 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, general store, accessible, boat ramp, marina, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Peninsula Campground is part of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in California (55 min north of Folsom, CA) with an elevation of 447 feet. There are a total of 78 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $28.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Beals Point Campground is part of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in California (just 13 min northwest of Folsom, CA) with an elevation of 469 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 14 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Union Flat Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 42 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 3,360 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. 7 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $24.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, floating sports.
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