Best Tent Camping near Berry Creek, CA

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Best Tent Sites Near Berry Creek, California (61)

    Camper-submitted photo at Golden Trout Campground near Strawberry Valley, CA

    1. Golden Trout Campground

    1 Review
    9 Saves
    Strawberry Valley, California

    The facility is located on the 22N24 Road spanning the South Fork Feather River. The facility will feature new campspurs, new toilets, picnic tables and fire rings. This camp is ideal for OHV enthusiasts. Water: Hand pump broken at this time. Access from Feather Falls side only at this time.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Fiddle Creek near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Fiddle Creek near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Fiddle Creek near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Fiddle Creek near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Fiddle Creek near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Fiddle Creek near Camptonville, CA

    2. Fiddle Creek

    2 Reviews
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    36 Saves
    Camptonville, California

    Overview

    Fiddle Creek Campground is located alongside the North Yuba River, just off Highway 49, about 12 miles from Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing and mountain biking. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

    Recreation

    The North Yuba River offers swimming, wading and rainbow trout fishing. Seasonal rafting, kayaking and tubing are popular water activities. Hiking and hunting are available in the surrounding area._ A network of trails crisscrosses the surrounding area. A footbridge accessing the North Yuba Trail is located__at nearby__ Rocky Rest Campground.

    Natural Features

    The campground stretches along the north bank of the North Yuba River. Stands of oak, maple, locust and pine trees covers the area providing ample shade at this location.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (530) 265-4531.

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    • Picnic Table

    $24 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Carlton Flat Campground near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Carlton Flat Campground near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Carlton Flat Campground near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Carlton Flat Campground near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Carlton Flat Campground near Camptonville, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Carlton Flat Campground near Camptonville, CA

    3. Carlton Flat Campground

    1 Review
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    4 Saves
    Camptonville, California
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    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo at Oracle Oak Grove near Rough and Ready, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Oracle Oak Grove near Rough and Ready, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Oracle Oak Grove near Rough and Ready, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Oracle Oak Grove near Rough and Ready, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Oracle Oak Grove near Rough and Ready, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Oracle Oak Grove near Rough and Ready, CA

    4. Oracle Oak Grove

    1 Review
    12 Photos
    17 Saves
    Rough and Ready, California

    Sweet land with a cute hobbit/ witchy natural Vibe.

    Great asthetics, incredible gardens.

    Close to town, 30 min drive to 2 different parts of the Yuba River.

    Friendly vibe good people live on the land. There is a cute Cob compost toilet, bath house.

    Located in an Oak Grove.

    We are in the armpit of the Nevada County. A 15 minute drive to either Grass Valley or Nevada City. Or a 15 minute drive to two different parts of the Yuba River, Bridgeport and 49. And about 30 minutes to amazing lakes on the way to Tahoe. Also close to the bike trail you could bike to Nevada City. Before you arrive fill up on spring water from Bitney Springs, we've been drinking it for over a decade. For the extra sensative just ask to use the Berkey water filter. This area is the most bike friendly area in the entire county. Lots of trails a long the NID (Nevada Irrigation Ditch) created during the Gold Rush.

    Beautiful trail that over looks a view of an epic creek and a heart shaped lake. Camping stove can be requested, in the beginning stages of building a beautiful outdoor kitchen.

    For guests staying the weekend there is availabile usage of bikes, kayak, and paddle board. Need to be reserved a head of time.

    Also please the woodstove is currently wood fired. It takes about 5 hours to heat up and a decent amount of wood. We are more than will to prepare it ahead of time, but need a heads up and would prefer if you plan to be in it longer than 20 minutes. Also because of the amount of wood it uses and the labor to takes to prepare it, we request a donation. We love our tub, she is our precious gem, but she's a labor of love and anything opposite from a convience. Also because she is wood fire, I cant burn fires in the summer. So she is only available late fall, winter and spring. When the fire Ban is on there are no fires, including the hot tub.

    But due to high demand I will work on including a propane option for next summer.

    I love birthday parties.

    I love people coming with friends. I love people of all walks of life.

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    $60 / night

    Kris E.'s photo of tent camping at Bowman Campground near Sierra City, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bowman Campground near Sierra City, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bowman Campground near Sierra City, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bowman Campground near Sierra City, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bowman Campground near Sierra City, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bowman Campground near Sierra City, CA

    5. Bowman Campground

    7 Reviews
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    176 Saves
    Sierra City, California

    Bowman Lake Campground is a very remote campground with limited services. There are 7 campsites with tables, fire rings and bear proof food lockers. There is no trash service. Bowman Lake is a large lake surrounded by rocky cliffs and scattered pines that are great for fishing and swimming. A few islands are found within the lake. Car top boat launch only. The road to access the campground is very rough, rocky, and narrow. A high clearance vehicle is needed, and towing boats or trailers is very difficult and dangerous. There are several stretches of the road where it is impossible for two vehicles to pass around each other and so if traffic is coming from both directions, someone will need to back up. Despite the difficult access, Bowman Lake is a popular, heavily used area.

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    alissa C.'s photo of tent camping at Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF) near Mill Creek, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF) near Mill Creek, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF) near Mill Creek, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF) near Mill Creek, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF) near Mill Creek, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF) near Mill Creek, CA

    6. Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF)

    4 Reviews
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    Mill Creek, California

    Black Rock Campground is a dispersed campground situated in the Oak Woodlands along Mill Creek. 6 sites are available for primitive dispersed camping. Grills and tables are provided at each of the 6 sites. Black Rock Campground is open year round.Black Rock Campground is located on the Northeast corner of the Ishi Wilderness. Hiking in the Ishi and along Mill Creek is wonderful and the fishing in Deer and Mill Creeks can be very rewarding.__Black Rock Campground is accessible via Highway__36 east from Red Bluff to__Ponderosa Way. Ponderosa Way is a dirt road, not recommended for RVs, that leads to the Ishi Wilderness.

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    The Camp Kit's photo of tent camping at Goose Lake Campground near Graeagle, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Goose Lake Campground near Graeagle, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Goose Lake Campground near Graeagle, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Goose Lake Campground near Graeagle, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Goose Lake Campground near Graeagle, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Goose Lake Campground near Graeagle, CA

    7. Goose Lake Campground

    4 Reviews
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    Graeagle, California

    Goose Lake Campground has 13 campsites that include table, fire ring, food locker, vault toilets and parking. Access to some campsites is via rough unpaved road. Some of the features of this area include breathtaking scenery and over 20 scenic lakes to hike, bike or horse ride to.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Bloomer Point — Lake Oroville State Recreation Area near Berry Creek, CA

    8. Bloomer Point — Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

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    Berry Creek, California

    Lake Oroville was created by Oroville Dam, which the State Department of Water Resources completed in 1967 after 5 years of construction. Lake Oroville conserves water for distribution by the State Water Project to homes, farms, and industries in the San Francisco Bay area, the San Joaquin Valley and Southern California. The Oroville facilities of the project also serve to provide flood control and smog free generation of electric power in addition to recreation.

    When the Lake is at its maximum elevation, it includes some 15,500 surface acres for recreation and 167 miles of shoreline. Recreation areas are spotted around the Lake and boaters can land at any point to explore the surrounding country.

    The lake offers a wide variety of outdoor activities including camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking, sail and power boating, water-skiing, fishing, swimming, boat-in camping, floating campsites and horse camping.

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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Bloomer Knoll — Lake Oroville State Recreation Area near Berry Creek, CA

    9. Bloomer Knoll — Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

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    Berry Creek, California

    Lake Oroville was created by Oroville Dam, which the State Department of Water Resources completed in 1967 after 5 years of construction. Lake Oroville conserves water for distribution by the State Water Project to homes, farms, and industries in the San Francisco Bay area, the San Joaquin Valley and Southern California. The Oroville facilities of the project also serve to provide flood control and smog free generation of electric power in addition to recreation.

    When the Lake is at its maximum elevation, it includes some 15,500 surface acres for recreation and 167 miles of shoreline. Recreation areas are spotted around the Lake and boaters can land at any point to explore the surrounding country.

    The lake offers a wide variety of outdoor activities including camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking, sail and power boating, water-skiing, fishing, swimming, boat-in camping, floating campsites and horse camping.

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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table

    $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Bloomer Group — Lake Oroville State Recreation Area near Berry Creek, CA

    10. Bloomer Group — Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

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    Berry Creek, California

    Lake Oroville was created by Oroville Dam, which the State Department of Water Resources completed in 1967 after 5 years of construction. Lake Oroville conserves water for distribution by the State Water Project to homes, farms, and industries in the San Francisco Bay area, the San Joaquin Valley and Southern California. The Oroville facilities of the project also serve to provide flood control and smog free generation of electric power in addition to recreation.

    When the Lake is at its maximum elevation, it includes some 15,500 surface acres for recreation and 167 miles of shoreline. Recreation areas are spotted around the Lake and boaters can land at any point to explore the surrounding country.

    The lake offers a wide variety of outdoor activities including camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking, sail and power boating, water-skiing, fishing, swimming, boat-in camping, floating campsites and horse camping.

    Additional vehicles will be charged per night at the park. Although your site may hold 2 or more vehicles, your reservation only covers 1 vehicle (except for group or specialty sites). To book a group site you must have at least NINE occupants.

    FLOATING CAMPSITE: Visitors will need to bring a padlock with them to secure property in the storage locker on the Floating campsites. Pets are prohibited on the floating campsites. Your specific location may be subject to change based upon changes in lake levels or other unforeseen issues. Contact the park at 530-538-2200 for current locations. Customers arriving on Friday or Saturday must reserve a minimum of 2 nights. On a holiday 2 night minimum is also required.

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    $135 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews near Berry Creek, California

453 Reviews of 61 Berry Creek Campgrounds


  • Les S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Live Oak Riverfront Park
    Sep. 24, 2019

    Live Oak Riverfront Park

    Beautiful river side park

    I tent camped and loved it. Very quiet and beautiful scenery. A water faucet and picnic table at every campsite .

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek Resort
    Aug. 6, 2021

    Mill Creek Resort

    Nice Private Campground

    This campground is just south of Lassen Volcanic National Park.  It has two main sections, one for RVs and the other for tents.  There are a small number of RV sites with full hookups and then a larger number of tent sites.  The RV sites are fairly small, but felt separated enough to have some privacy.  The tent sites are a bit more rustic.

    The other slightly odd part is that most of the RV sites were filled with people who came and stayed for the entire summer, year after year.  We were the only not long-term camper in the RV section.  

    Pros:

    * Close to a lot of amazing scenery with Lassen

    * Well kept, clean, quiet campground

    * Camp store/restaurant is great

    * Laundry on site

    * Access to a nice little creek w/swimming hole

    Cons:

    * Camp store is open limited days

    * Tent sites only have pit toilets which are not the best maintained

    OK:

    * No fires in the RV sites

    * Showers were not always very clean

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from East Meadow Campground
    Aug. 29, 2018

    East Meadow Campground

    A hidden gem

    This is a small hidden little gem of a campground. They have flush toilets and bear boxes which makes it nice for those of us that tent camp. Close to the water and sites have plenty of space.

  • Travis S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Jul. 25, 2019

    Inn Town Campground

    In a word, excellent!

    This campground has it all. It’s clean, has great amenities (pool, showers, kitchen, bathrooms), and it’s a nice walk away from town. It has a spot for everyone - RVs, glamping tents, and the standard tent sites (my style).

    Highly recommend!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground
    Jul. 14, 2023

    Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground

    Great motorcycle campspot

    Campground was full but very quiet. Stayed at a great site for tent camping with my motorcycle. Bathrooms were clean, weather good, and bugs weren’t too bad. Also a trailhead for hiking to a few secluded lakes. And the best..no cell phone coverage!!

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Lodgepole Campground
    Jun. 11, 2019

    Lodgepole Campground

    Good times

    Great place to stay. 1 hours drive from Reno. Lake with in 5 minutes of the campground. Spots for RVs, travel trailers and/or just tent camping. Restrooms spread around the area with access to fresh water. Good size creek flowing through the campground from the lake above.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Aug. 1, 2021

    Inn Town Campground

    Great getaway!

    We spent two nights doing a family and friends reunion. We loved our rv spot, the rest of the group had great tent site and glamping tents. Facilities were super clean and nice. Pool was small but the pool area was really nice. Great location for swimming in the Yuba river!

  • Jacquelynn W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cove Resort & Marina
    Aug. 16, 2019

    Lake Cove Resort & Marina

    Lake Cove

    Lake cove is always a good choice. Clean bathrooms and laundry facility on site. There are tent sites, even sites with and without hookups, cabins, and a trailer to rent. They also have a volleyball court, horse shoes, and arcade available.

  • Anna W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Scotts Flat Lake
    Feb. 21, 2021

    Scotts Flat Lake

    Foothills fun

    Scott’s Flat is just five miles outside of Nevada City. It is run by the Nevada Irrigation District. One of the many man made lakes in the region. There are bath houses, tent sites and no hookup RV sites. It is clean but can become loud with rowdy camping neighbors. A beautiful lake to boat, fish and swim.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Everstoke - Camping & Glamping MTB park... by a brewery in the amazing Lost Sierra!
    Dec. 4, 2023

    Everstoke - Camping & Glamping MTB park... by a brewery in the amazing Lost Sierra!

    Camping

    I went to Everstoke a week ago. Based on my camping experience here, I would suggest to those who intend to come here to experience some camping styles. Traditional campers can choose from spacious tent sites where they can pitch their own tent, 2 player games and enjoy a rustic camping experience. For those looking for a touch of luxury, there are luxury accommodations, offering comfortable and stylish tents equipped with amenities like cozy beds, private bathrooms and even fire pits.

  • Shawn A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Inntown Campground
    Mar. 8, 2021

    Inntown Campground

    Lots of rules...

    I get the impression this is a family park. There are cabins & tent sites and a handful of RV spots. Good for a shower & dump. The list of park rule are too long to list. Nice bathrooms. Cell & WiFi are poor for AT&T users. I only stayed here because it was all that was open in the area in March and I needed a shower!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Parkway RV Resort & Campground
    Apr. 2, 2020

    Parkway RV Resort & Campground

    Quiet spot off I5, clean restrooms

    Tent camped here a few nights ago. A little spendy at $37 for a single night but it is super close to I5 and a few gas stations. Nice property with some grass to throw the tent on, none of the other residents were super loud. Restrooms and showers onsite and they were both clean. Didn't get to talk to any of the  property managers in person due to COVID-19, but the woman on the phone who did the booking was super helpful. Seems like a better for RV camping as there are many more spots for that.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
    Jul. 29, 2020

    Collins Lake Recreation Area

    Great camping near lake with safe swim area

    We have been to this camping spot a few times. It is big with a nice store. Music on the weekends on the deck. Some sites on waterside are nice. Nice beach. Can get crowded but we liked it. No issues. RV or Tent sites. Roads are steep in spots but no problems getting into site. You can boat and fish here but we didn't do either. Might be nice in the winter when nobody is around?

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Springs Campground
    Oct. 26, 2023

    Orchard Springs Campground

    Eerily quiet in the off-season

    This review is based on an off-season visit. During the summer months, this campground would likely have a much different vibe. In fact, our family camped at Rollins Lake 20+ years ago and had a great time (although it was at a different RL campground). This is one of two Rollins Lake campgrounds open in the off-season; it is open for camping, boating, swimming, and picnicking year-round. Although we saw several boat trailers in the day-use area, there was only one occupied campsite on a Tuesday in late October. The camp store was closed for the season. 

    There is a mix of FHU, electric, and tent sites. The sites have gravel camper pads, and many were not clearly defined and, in fact, seemed to be laid out in a hodgepodge fashion, making it difficult to see where the sites were separated. If the campground was full, there would be little to no privacy/separation between sites. 

    I thought the fees were a bit high for this campground - $51 for a tent site, $56 for electric, and $65 for FHU. The website does not provide much information on camping, so I called. It took more than a month for my call to be returned. We felt a little like Goldilocks but after eating our lunch, we decided to head further down the road in search of a more affordable campground.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Taylorsville County Park
    Aug. 21, 2020

    Taylorsville County Park

    Beautiful campground .

    This is a great spot for camping. There are very nice and large spots for both Camper and Tent camping. The bathrooms and showers are clean and exactly what you would expect from a county park. There are lots of tall trees for shade during the day, and the trees separated the spots enough that groups can be separate or together. The road isn’t too close, and there isn’t much traffic after 9:00 or so anyways.

    There is also a water access to go easing and a few deep spots for swimming.

    There are also 3 Poké stops and a gym for Pokémon Go players.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek Resort
    Jul. 11, 2023

    Mill Creek Resort

    Very Close to Lassen NP

    This campground was very close to Lassen NP, which is convenient. Check-In is simply looking at your name on the board and finding your campsite, which is not clear from the confirmation email. It would've been nice to speak to a host to get the lay of the land. The vault toilets in the tent area are very dark even during the day, and are not well maintained. The showers were also very dirty with dead bugs everywhere. The trail down to Mill Creek while short, is incredibly steep and narrow. The creek itself is beautiful and you can hear it while you fall asleep which is nice. The tent sites in the upper numbers are well spaced out. And there are deer in the area that come right by your site :) Mosquitoes were not bad at all even right next to the creek. I would maybe try another campground that came recommend from a fellow tent camper while at this one. Also, I couldn't get a cell signal for Verizon the whole time I was at the campground.

  • Kelly S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground
    Apr. 26, 2017

    Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground

    A Gem

    My all Time favorite spot maybe because I grew up in the area and there are lots of wonderful hikes lakes and waterfalls. This park is nice well taken care of lots of redwood trees. A creek runs through it. You can access some hikes to lakes right from the park. Seen a few tarantulas. A mtn lion lives near by saw him once at dusk while walking my dog along the trail toward the mine he was drinking water and we surprised him. He surprised us too! Rare to see them. Bears are in the area but never have I seen one in 25 years but there are bear boxes and bear proof trash cans so don't leave your ice chests out! Roomy site. Pay close attention when making a reservation some sites can only accommodate 1 tent. Sites are a bit pricey $$$ but there are showers and flush toilets and it's a fairly quiet place.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs
    Jun. 23, 2020

    Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs

    Glad to get out in 2020

    We were just happy to get out and camping. It’s definitely a place I’ll put on my list to camp at again, especially when they figure out their electrical issues. From what I could tell when driving around the majority of the sites were level; we had 4 spots and all were easy to back in.

    Some Pros - the market was well stocked; majority of the staff were very helpful; campsites on the outer rings had shrubbery for site separation and inner rings are great for groups; showers were close and they had hot water; kids loved fishing from the shore; quiet at night; deer had no problem hanging out with us as we had our meals.

    Some Cons - I’m not really a fan of “first come first serve”, it makes it hard when group camping; there wasn’t a single day when some campsite didn’t have electrical issues, in fact they turned a lot of their RV sites into Tent Sites because of electrical issues; no wood fires, propane is okay; at no fault to the site/staff, and all due to Covid precautions, there was no playground, boat rentals, etcetera.

  • Tyler D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gurnsey Creek
    Jun. 22, 2023

    Gurnsey Creek

    Solid basecamp for Lassen NP

    Why we booked: Came to see Lassen NP. Manzanita Lake Campground canceled on us, and we needed a spot with plenty of FCFS availability.

    Campground: Basic USFS campground. Heavily wooded with pine and sequoias, sites relatively spacious, vault toilets and threaded water spigots throughout. We were able to fill our tank by connecting a couple of hoses. Some spots for okay solar—we were getting 200W of a possible 400 after picking a sunny campsite in the summer. Being on a 55mph road, you do get road noise that dies down at night. Probably makes this a better campground for RVs than tent camping. Combining Verizon and T-Mobile with our router and booster let my wife and I work on video calls with few problems.

    Quirks: Huge stacks of free firewood due to work done since a huge fire swept through the area a couple of years ago.

    Site: Ours was one of a handful that can fit bigger rigs. Most folks should be able to get in here just fine—but if you're bigger, be good at backing.

    Nearby: The southwest Lassen NP entrance is about 20 minutes away. The town of Chester is 20 minutes the other way, with propane and diesel and some decent food.

    Value: Perfect!

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Long Ravine Resort
    Oct. 26, 2023

    Long Ravine Resort

    Nicely wooded campground

    This review is based on an off-season visit. During the summer months, this campground would likely have a much different vibe. This is one of two Rollins Lake campgrounds open in the off-season and we only saw a handful of occupied sites. The store and marina were closed for the season, but I imagine this campground would be full of people with boats during the summer. 

    The sites all had paved camper pads that were generous in length and would likely accommodate any size RV. There is a mix of FHU, electric, and no hookups. 

    The restrooms were basic and had soap and paper towels. There was one shower that looked a bit sketchy. 

    We were surprised that the lake level appeared so low. When talking to a NID (Nevada Irrigation Department) employee, we found out the lake is used for hydroelectric power and the lake level was actually rising again (it was even lower in September). 

    I thought the fees were a bit high for this campground -$51 for a tent site,$56 for electric and $65 for FHU. We drove around and decided to check out the other open Rollins Lake campground before deciding where to stay.

  • Carly D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear River Park & Campground
    Jun. 1, 2021

    Bear River Park & Campground

    Chill, beautiful and relaxing

    Four years running and eight trips under our belt, we love camping here. Only once was it not enjoyable, and that was last year when all of the "new" campers came out of the woodwork during quarantine and couldn't understand campground rules to save their lives.

    That said, our group adores Bear River. It offers rather level (if not flat) tent camping, and a few RV spots as well. Each spot has a fire ring, grill and picnic table. Their reservation site will let you know when they abide fire season safety and don't allow fires of any kind, so you have time to prepare. The on-site bathrooms are cleaned daily and roomy. You'll need light even before the sun sets though, it gets dark quickly in there.

    Depending on which site you choose, accessing the river can take some work, but a quick trip to the day use area provides very easy access. Our favorite spot has some easy climbing access, and we bring our chairs down and relax riverside all day long.

    There will almost always be several gold panning folks, and they almost always keep to themselves and don't disturb campers.

    The air is deliciously clean, the river provides a calming soundtrack at night, and the rangers are friendly and helpful.

    Animal-wise, we have seen everything from chickens to deer to a bear once, but it was absolutely terrified to see humans and fled immediately. Always know your surroundings and read up on your site - there will always be useful safety tips!

  • Gina C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Francis Resort
    Jul. 26, 2019

    Lake Francis Resort

    Fun cabin rental

    Some of my family has camped here in the past at one of the tent sites. We decided this time around to reserve one of their cabins. We stayed at the Diamond P cabin which has the best view of the lake within this group of cabins. You can walk to the lake (it’s about 100 yards) from this location. Though it does fill up fast (by 11am it was pretty full). They have a large portable toilet there for use. We spent our time at the pool which is near the flushable toilets and the ice cream parlor, restaurant, and camp store. The pool goes from 3.5’ ft to 5’ back to 3.5’ ft.

    The cabin was great. Two bedrooms, each with twin bunk beds and a full bottom bunk and twin above. Small bathroom with shower, mini fridge, hot plates, microwave, and dishes. Dining table and futon in the living area. Nice wide front porch to sit on and enjoy the view, communal tables and bbq for all the cabins. This unit also had a swamp cooler to help manage the heat.

    Check in is 4pm and check out is 11am. There is also a small game room with a pool table, a baseball field, paddle boats, and kayaks to rent.

    The down side is how quickly the easiest access to the lake fills up. Everyone has to drive over from the tent RV site to access the water. There are other places you can drive and park to get to the water, but there it a drop off into the water from there vs a gradual walk in.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Belden Campground
    Oct. 23, 2018

    Belden Campground

    Worst service ever

    We stayed here after a long day of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The trail goes right through the "resort" town. The place is very eclectic, full of antique, unusual and thrift store kinds of stuff. You can stay at the motel, cabins, RV or tent sites. There's a restaurant, bar, and country store. The prices at the store are exorbitant, ($5 for 4 ramen packs). The bathrooms were dirty and so was the shower. The laundry machines outside the bathrooms were broken. The waitresses we had for dinner and breakfast were rude. We spent a lot of money at the store, restaurant and bar and as soon as bikers and locals showed up we stopped getting any kind of service. You can ask the staff for password for the wifi but the wifi is extremely slow and cell service is almost nil. Camping was weird. We had to ask three people before we got directed to where to camp at. One person suggested if we paid the bartender $20 we could get a campsite. Another one told us the campground was full with a family reunion. We were finally directed to free camp sites behind the school house. It wasn't a reunion, unless Grandma is really hip and likes rave music. But the baby there did not like it and cried all night. We were next to the "festival". The rave music played until 7 am. The bartender in the morning told us that they have music festivals like that all summer long. Even being free this place was not worth the stop. Caribou Crossing up the road was kinder and had amenities that worked.

  • Erin C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitehorse Campground - Bucks Lake Recreation Area
    Jul. 23, 2018

    Whitehorse Campground - Bucks Lake Recreation Area

    Peaceful in loop A

    Clean campground, great fishing, and nice trail around lake. Kids love camping here. Bathrooms are kept clean and stocked 2-3x a day. We have done both tent only and loop A and don’t have many complaints. Spacing in tent only is cramped but that’s it.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Jun. 18, 2020

    Inn Town Campground

    Unlike Any Other!

    The Inn Town Campground is unlike any other campground I’ve ever been to. We have stayed in one of the glampinig tents, and have also brought our RV. The common house has a fully stocked kitchen so you can camp without having to bring supplies! The campground is exceptionally clean and meticulously maintained. We even had a heated mattress pad in our glamping tent to keep warm 😁 The owners, Dan and Erin Thiem, really have thought of everything. Staying with them is a must!

  • Jérémy P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Valley
    Jun. 11, 2019

    Indian Valley

    Beautiful campground

    Easy access to water (creek) and firewood. Definitely a lot of mosquitoes, but once the fire kicks in they scatter. Not much hammocking options. Go with a tent.


Guide to Berry Creek

Berry Creek, California, offers a variety of tent camping options that immerse you in nature while providing essential amenities for a comfortable stay.

Local Attractions for Tent Campers

  • Experience the serene environment at Fiddle Creek, where you can enjoy the nearby Yuba River and its refreshing waters.
  • Explore the scenic trails around Golden Trout Campground, perfect for ATV enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
  • Visit Carlton Flat Campground for stunning mountain views and excellent birdwatching opportunities.

Tips for Tent Camping Near Berry Creek

  • Bring insect repellent when camping at Fiddle Creek to combat the mosquitoes that thrive near the river.
  • Make sure to keep the pit toilets at Golden Trout Campground clean by closing the doors properly to minimize odors.
  • If you're looking for a quieter experience, consider reserving a site at Carlton Flat Campground during the week when it's less crowded.

Prices for Tent Camping

  • Tent camping at Fiddle Creek typically ranges from $20 to $30 per night, making it an affordable getaway.
  • Expect to pay around $25 for a night at Golden Trout Campground, which offers a mix of amenities and natural beauty.
  • Rates at Carlton Flat Campground are similar, generally falling between $20 and $30 per night, depending on the season.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Berry Creek, CA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Berry Creek, CA is Golden Trout Campground with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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