Summary
Reservations are required via Recreation.gov, and fees apply. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings. There are no RV hookups, but small RVs and trailers can access the campground. Campers enjoy a serene lakeside vibe with tall pines and scenic views. Popular nearby activities include boating, fishing, and hiking the nearby Pacific Crest Trail. The best time to visit is late spring through early fall when the weather is mild and the lake is accessible. Dispersed camping is not allowed within the campground.
Nearby Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations |
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Garden Point
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Garden Point Campground
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Dark Day
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Dark Day Campground
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Hornswoggle Group Campground
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Bullards Lakeshore
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca
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168cfs |
Deer C Nr Smartville Ca
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12cfs |
Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca
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669cfs |
Bear R Nr Wheatland Ca
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13cfs |
Nf American R A North Fork Dam Ca
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97cfs |
Spanish C A Quincy Ca
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31cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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GRASS VALLEY NO. 2
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0" |
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BLUE CANYON
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21" |
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BLUE CANYON ALERT
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0" |
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NOHRSC MEADOW LK SNOW COURSE
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21" |
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SODA SPRINGS 1.5 SSW
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0" |
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NOHRSC CSS LAB
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1" |
River Runs
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One-Eighth Mile Downstream From Confluence With Cherokee Creek To One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek
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One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek To Bullards Bar Reservoir Spillway (Elevation 1902 Feet)
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Headwaters Of North Yuba River (Sec 10, T20N, R13 E) To One-Eighth Mile Downstream Of Confluence With Cherokee Creek
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Slate Reservoir To North Yuba River
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Confluence With South Fork Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Yuba River
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Confluence With Jefferson Creek To Confluence With Kentucky Creek