Explore Free Camping Adventures in Yuba River Ranger District: Top Options Revealed

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Yuba River Ranger District in the Tahoe National Forest, where adventure awaits in every corner. With over 100 miles of pristine river and stunning alpine landscapes, this district is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly in the summer months when the average temperature reaches a pleasant 75°F. Popular campgrounds like the scenic Indian Springs Campground and family-friendly Clark's Flat Campground provide excellent amenities, while the picturesque Packsaddle Campground offers a peaceful escape closer to nature. For those seeking budget-friendly options, the district also features numerous free camping sites, such as Camp Far West and the abundant dispersed camping spots along scenic forest roads. Whether you're fishing in crystal-clear rivers, hiking serene trails, or simply soaking in the natural beauty, the Yuba River Ranger District has something for everyone. Experience the vibrant flora and fauna, with recent surveys noting a diverse range of wildlife, making your stay truly unforgettable.
Berger Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 28 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,934 feet. There are a total of 9 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Max equipment length is 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.
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Big Bend Group Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (53 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,742 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid June to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $95.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, rock climbing.
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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.
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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.
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Chapman Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 15 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,858 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 23 sites can accommodate RVs between 10 and 45 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, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Diablo Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 28 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,886 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 12 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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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.
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Hampshire Rocks Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (54 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,924 feet. There are a total of 29 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 45 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, hiking trails.
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Indian Springs Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (58 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,487 feet. There are a total of 34 campsites including 8 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 26 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 35 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 fishing, hiking trails.
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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.
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Loganville Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 26 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 4,100 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Max equipment length is 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. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Packsaddle Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 29 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 6,118 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 16 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 100 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 biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Ramshorn Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 26 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,664 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of September. Max equipment length is 20 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 $20.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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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.
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Salmon Creek Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 22 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,730 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites including 11 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 20 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 45 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 biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Sardine Lake Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 24 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,735 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 42 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, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Sierra Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 15 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,714 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Max equipment length is 92 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 $18.00 per night. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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Skillman Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 8 min northeast of Lincoln, CA) with an elevation of 4,603 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
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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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White Cloud Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 3 min northeast of Lincoln, CA) with an elevation of 4,325 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 8 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the end of October. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 45 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 amphitheater. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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Wild Plum Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 28 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 4,480 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites including 24 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 45 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 biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Yuba Pass Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 10 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 6,548 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 60 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. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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