Established Camping
Schoolhouse Campground (CA)
Schoolhouse Campground, near Bullard's Bar Reservoir in California, is a lively spot that caters to both tent campers and RV enthusiasts. With spacious sites and a mix of shady areas, it’s a great place to kick back, though you might want to bring your earplugs if you’re sensitive to noise—generators can be a common soundtrack here.
The campground is well-maintained and offers essential amenities like clean restrooms and bear boxes, which are a must in this area. Visitors have highlighted the nearby hiking trails and the stunning views of the reservoir, making it a solid choice for those who enjoy outdoor activities. One camper noted, “The campsites are shady and spacious, awesome hiking trail nearby, bathrooms were clean, and the reservoir was beautiful!”
If you’re into boating, you’ll find this campground particularly appealing, as it’s just a short drive to the boat ramp. However, keep in mind that direct access to the water from the campground isn’t available, so plan accordingly. Families will appreciate the large sites that allow for some privacy, and there are plenty of trails for hiking or biking nearby.
Just remember, this isn’t the place for a quiet retreat. As one reviewer put it, “If you are looking for a quiet campground, definitely not this.” But if you’re ready for some fun and adventure, Schoolhouse Campground has plenty to offer.
Description
US Forest Service
Tahoe National Forest
Overview
Bullards Bar Reservoir is located on the North Yuba River at an elevation of 2000 feet. It is located approximately 21 miles north of Nevada City, California. It has a maximum surface area of 4,760 acres and a length of over 16 miles and shoreline of more than 60 miles.
Recreation
Activities include wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, boating, water skiing, and other water sports. Swimming opportunities are limited because of the steep slopes; however boaters will find numerous opportunities for swimming in various locations around the reservoir. The reservoir provides yearlong fishing opportunities for both warm and cold water fish species. Supplies are available at the marina as well as the nearby communities of Camptonville, North San Juan, and Dobbins.
Natural Features
The sides of the reservoir are generally steep and public access for boating and recreation is limited. The reservoir is surrounded by both conifer and hardwood forests with numerous brush species. There is plenty of shade at the campsites
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 265-4531.
Nearby Attractions
There is a beautiful non- motorized trail system in the area, with 5 different trails to choose from. Bullards Bar Trailhead is 14 miles, 7 Ball Trial is 1 mile, 8 Ball Trail is 3.8 miles, Rebel Ridge Trail is 1.6 miles and Schoolhouse Trail is 0.7 miles. Maps are available at the North Yuba Ranger Station just a couple miles east of the reservoir on Marysville Road.
Charges & 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. Where recorded, no-show customers are assessed a $20.00 no-show fee and forfeit the first night's recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use recreation fee for a day-use facility. We recommend customers contact the facility if they are en route to their reservation but cannot make it by the check-in date. In these cases, no refund will be issued, but the facility can ensure that a "no-show" fee is not assessed.
Location
Schoolhouse Campground (CA) is located in California
Directions
From Nevada City, California, travel approximately 20 miles on Highway 49 to Marysville Road, turn left onto Marysville Road and travel approximately 4 miles to Schoolhouse Campground.
Address
approximatley 4 miles from the intersection of Highway 49 and Marysville Road
CA
Coordinates
39.41807778 N
121.1208333 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
