Established Camping
Lindsey Lake Campground

Lindsey Lake Campground is situated in the Tahoe National Forest near Nevada City, CA. The area features forested terrain with a mix of pine and fir trees. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the scenic Bowman Lake and hiking trails in the Grouse Ridge area.
Description
Primitive campground, with 12 campsites, vault toilets, and no trash service Located near Lindsey Lake, 12 miles north of Highway 20. Great hiking, fishing and swimming. Low clearance vehicles are not advised.
Location
Lindsey Lake Campground is located in California
Directions
From Nevada City: Take Hwy 20 east toward Truckee for approximately 20 miles. Turn left on Bowman Lake Road (Forest Road 18). Continue on that road for 6 miles and turn right on Forest Road 17. Continue on for 2 miles. Take left fork for 2 miles. This road is a very rough, narrow road until reaching the campground. From I-80: Take Hwy 20 cutoff west toward Nevada City for approximately 5 miles. Turn right on Bowman Lake Road (Forest Road 18). Continue on that road for 6 miles and turn right on Forest Road 17. Continue on for 2 miles. Take left fork for 2 miles. This road is a very rough, narrow road until reaching the campground.
Coordinates
39.4130007 N
120.64300028 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires