Yuba Pass Campground
Yuba Pass Campground is located in the North Yuba River area, atop Yuba Pass on Highway 49. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including birding, hiking, biking, hunting, and fishing. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 20 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers several single-family campsites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Tahoe National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777), or on-line at www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | $24 per site |
| Rules | Camping outside designated campground is prohibited in this area. Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers. Utility hookups and showers are not available at this location. |
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Getting there
From Sierraville, travel south (west) on Highway 49 for 11 miles. Turn left at the entrance to the snow park and continue about a quarter-mile to the campground entrance on the right side of the road. From Sierra City, travel north (east) on Highway 49 for about 12 miles.
| Nearest town | Nevada City, California |
| Coordinates | 39.6158° N, 120.4905° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
No Show Policy A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date (or for day-use facilities, by check-in time the day of arrival). No-show customers are only recorded at staffed facilities. At most remote facilities, all customers are noted as automatically checked-in on the date of arrival. It is recommended that staffed facilities hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. It is recommended that staffed facilities hold group day-use facilities until check-in time on the arrival date. There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation if the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit some or all of the recreation fees. There is no change fee if the customer changes campsites that are the same price and on the same reservation dates in the same campground. If the campsite the customer is changing to has a price difference, the customer will be responsible for any additional fees or be provided with a refund, based on the price difference.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Upcycled Adventures ↗ | 22.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | DeMartini RV Sales ↗ | 40.3 mi |
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Yuba Pass Campground - Tahoe National Forest, CA
Worth a stop
Yuba Pass Campground is located on the Yuba Donner Scenic Byway (Highway 49) near many gold rush era historical sites and scenic mountain vistas. Many points of interest lie along Highway 49 and are part of the 49 miles of Highway 49 driving tour; look for interpretive signs and other historical sites along this tour route. Gold Lakes Basin offers boating, fishing, biking, and hiking. Boating, fishing and swimming are available at nearby Sardine Lakes, about nine miles west of the campground. Sardine Lakes Resort offers boat rentals. Anglers will find rainbow and brook trout in many of the lakes, streams, and rivers throughout the basin. Over 30 miles of maintained trails for hiking, mountain biking, and motorcycle singletrack branch out across the area and the Pacific Crest Trail can be accessed at a few spots in the Lakes Basin area. The historic towns of Sierra City and Sierraville offer historic and cultural attractions, restaurants, shops, churches, and vistor information.
- 3.7 miSierra Valley Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
- 8.7 miPacker Lake - Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 8.9 miSalmon Lake -Boat Ramp Boating Site ↗Boat launch
- 9.6 mi
- 13.5 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miYuba Webber ↗15 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.1 miHaskell Peak ↗16.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowmobile and 2 more
- 0.9 miBear Trap Meadow ↗5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1 miLunch Creek Nordic2.5 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 2.5 miRim Loop3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.6 miChapman1.1 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Tahoe National Forest.
- inTahoe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,181,139 acres
- 1.3 miPlumas National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,431,953 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Sierraville SchoolBuilding · Sierraville · 6.8 mi
- Sierra City SchoolBuilding · Sierra City · 8.2 mi
- Webber Lake HotelBuilding · Sierraville · 8.9 mi
Natural features
A forest of old-growth red fir and abundant aspens provides ample shade for campsites. A variety of wildlife make its home in the area.
Recreation
Bird watching is a favorite activity on Yuba Pass. The peaceful and scenic surroundings attract a wide variety of birds, including sandhill cranes, hermit warblers, black-backed woodpeckers, sapsuckers, calliope hummingbirds, sooty grouse, northern pygmy-owls, mountain quail, bald eagles, osprey, hawks and geese. A large network of trails is available in the area, including the Pacific Crest Trail in the Lakes Basin area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Yuba Pass Campground?
Sites at Yuba Pass Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777), or on-line at www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Yuba Pass Campground?
$24 per site
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Yuba Pass Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Yuba Pass Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Yuba Pass Campground have?
20 sites, including 20 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Yuba Pass Campground?
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Yuba Pass Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Yuba Pass Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Yuba Pass Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Camping outside designated campground is prohibited in this area.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Yuba Pass Campground?
Bird watching is a favorite activity on Yuba Pass. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Yuba Pass Campground?
Nevada City, California. Yuba Pass Campground is located on the Yuba Donner Scenic Byway (Highway 49) near many gold rush era historical sites and scenic mountain vistas.
Source: Getting there
What if Yuba Pass Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Chapman (3 mi), Sierra (3.7 mi), and Salmon Creek (6.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby