Best camping near Grass Valley
30 campgrounds · 30 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Grass Valley, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 30 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Bear River County Park
Prime
5.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 90°F· No active weather warnings
Bear River County Park is a scenic camping area located in California. Situated in a picturesque natural setting, it offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#2
Mineral Bar - Auburn State Rec Area
Prime
7.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 90°F· No active weather warnings
Mineral Bar is a popular camping area located in the Auburn State Recreation Area in California. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#3
South Yuba
Prime
14.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 88°F· No active weather warnings
South Yuba Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of California. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience for visitors. The…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#4
Rucky A Chucky - Auburn State Rec Area
Prime
14.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 90°F· No active weather warnings
Rucky A Chucky - Auburn State Recreation Area is a popular camping destination located in California. This campground offers a range of amenities, making it an appealing choice…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#5
Malakoff Diggins State Park
Prime
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 88°F· No active weather warnings
Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park is situated in the state of California, offering a unique camping experience. The campground provides a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#6
Chute Hill Campground
Prime
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 85°F· No active weather warnings
Chute Hill Campground in California is a first-come-first-serve campground with 17 campsites available. Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, it offers beautiful surrounding…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#7
Georgetown Airport Campground
Prime
18.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Comfortable day · high 87°F· No active weather warnings
Georgetown Airport Campground in El Dorado National Forest, California, offers 18 established first-come, first-served campsites—no reservations needed. A small fee applies…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#8
Camp Norge
Prime
13.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 83°F· No active weather warnings
Camp Norge is a beautiful campground located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. The surrounding views are stunning with towering trees and a peaceful river running…
Why 87: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
87Elite
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#9
Camp Alta
Prime
14.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 83°F· No active weather warnings
Camp Alta is a beautiful camping area located in California with stunning views of the mountains and forests. The campground offers plenty of nearby activities such as hiking…
Why 87: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
87Elite
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#10
Environmental Camp
Prime
16.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 88°F· No active weather warnings
Environmental Camp, located in California’s San Bernardino Mountains near Idyllwild, offers established, tent-only campsites in a peaceful, forested setting. Reservations are…
Why 87: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
87Elite
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#11
Beale AFB Military
Good
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Hot day · high 98°F· No active weather warnings
Beale AFB Military camping area is located in California and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides visitors with restrooms, showers, laundry facilities…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
87Elite
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#12
Hornswoggle Group Campground
Prime
18.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 85°F· No active weather warnings
The Hornswoggle Group Campground is a popular camping area located in California. This picturesque campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping…
Why 87: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
87Elite
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#13
Nevada County Fairgrounds
Prime
4.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 88°F· No active weather warnings
The Nevada County Fairgrounds camping area is a popular destination in California, offering a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides a variety of amenities such…
Why 84: live conditions (prime) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#14
Rock Creek Mill Site
Prime
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Comfortable day · high 88°F· No active weather warnings
Rock Creek Mill Site camping area, located in California, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides various amenities to…
Why 85: live conditions (prime) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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#15
Shirttail Campground
Prime
14.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 83°F· No active weather warnings
Shirttail Campground, located in California, offers campers a fantastic outdoor experience with its range of amenities and beautiful surroundings. The campground provides various…
Why 84: live conditions (prime) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Grass Valley
The Grass Valley area has 30 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Grass Valley
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.