Fiddle Creek Campground Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fiddle Creek Campground, nestled along the North Fork American River in Tahoe National Forest, offers 6 first-come, first-served developed campsites—no reservations or permits required.


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Summary

Fees are around $21 per night. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets; no drinking water is available, so bring your own. RVs up to 20 feet fit, but there are no hookups. The serene riverside setting is shaded by oak and pine, perfect for fishing, swimming, or relaxing. The nearby Euchre Bar Trail offers a scenic hike. Best visited in late spring through early fall for mild weather and accessible roads.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Fiddle Creek CampgroundN YUBA R BL GOODYEARS BAR CA Preview N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca
168.0cfs
168cfs
Fiddle Creek CampgroundDEER C NR SMARTVILLE CA Preview Deer C Nr Smartville Ca
11.5cfs
12cfs
Fiddle Creek CampgroundSPANISH C A QUINCY CA Preview Spanish C A Quincy Ca
30.5cfs
31cfs
Fiddle Creek CampgroundSPANISH C AB BLACKHAWK C AT KEDDIE CA Preview Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca
56.5cfs
57cfs
Fiddle Creek CampgroundLITTLE TRUCKEE R BL DIV DAM NR SIERRAVILLE CA Preview Little Truckee R Bl Div Dam Nr Sierraville Ca
3.4cfs
3cfs
Fiddle Creek CampgroundYUBA R NR MARYSVILLE CA Preview Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca
669.0cfs
669cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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