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Dog-Friendly Camping near North San Juan, CA
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Collins Lake Recreation Area and Lake Francis Resort accommodate pets at all their camping options, including tent sites, RV spots, and cabins. Most campgrounds in the North San Juan area enforce standard leash policies, typically requiring pets to be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet. Specific pet amenities vary by location, with some offering designated pet waste stations and others providing fenced exercise areas. Manzanita Rock Meadow features a spacious 25-acre property where dogs can explore numerous trails while remaining leashed. The campground hosts at various locations are generally friendly and accommodating to campers with pets. Some campsites may restrict certain breeds or limit the number of pets per site, so checking individual campground policies before arrival is recommended. Bears frequent the area near Schoolhouse Campground, making proper food storage essential when camping with pets.
Dogs are welcome to join their owners on most trails near North San Juan campgrounds, particularly along the Yuba River. South Yuba Campground provides access to the river where many dogs enjoy swimming during summer months when water levels are safe. When hiking with pets near Bullard's Bar Reservoir, owners should be vigilant about potential wildlife encounters and poison oak, which is prevalent throughout the region. Dark Day Campground offers boat-in camping options where dogs can accompany owners for a day on the water. Temperatures in this region can become extremely hot during summer months, requiring extra consideration for pets' comfort and hydration needs. Most campgrounds provide drinking water, but bringing portable water bowls for trails is advisable. The scenic trails at Windsong Ridge Village allow leashed pets and connect to larger trail systems with spectacular wildflower displays during spring months. Proper waste disposal is strictly enforced throughout all campgrounds in the area.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near North San Juan (245)
1. Collins Lake Recreation Area
"Clean sites and pet friendly. We took the boat on our last trip here and had a great time. Great fishing spots!!"
"Not a bad campsite, but was surrounded by RVs and people walking around. Can’t bring dogs onto the beach area which was a bummer, but was too crowded anyways"
2. Schoolhouse Campground (CA)
"There are trails for hiking or mountain biking. You are minutes from Bullards Bar which is one of the most beautiful lakes around. I definitely suggest a day trip to the lake."
"It’s mixed RV and tent with no RV power so the generators are loud and you’ll be surrounded by them."
from $24 - $48 / night
Check Availability3. Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs
"They said it would be okay as long as I had the gear to sleep outside in a tent as well. The place was quiet and we had no issues."
"Very nice campground, but cell coverage is nonexistent outside of one small area."
4. Laughing Buddha RV/Tent Camp
"It was quiet and private, but close to the hosts so they visited when I had questions about the best spots for swimming and hiking nearby."
"Had a fire in the fire pit and enjoyed the quiet(except for the coyotes in the distance!). Galen, our host, was always available to answer questions and to bring extra firewood."
from $55 / night
5. South Yuba Campground
"Use cat holes instead (200 ft from water please). Poison oak is everywhere. River views are spectacular."
"This river trail is the best in the state. Clear water, lovely pools. Expect nudity as it is Northern California. The river is beloved by kayakers and swimmers."
from $15 / night
Check Availability6. Lake Francis Resort
"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."
"Nice quiet lake. Good campsites. Good general store and even a little restaurant and ice cream shack."
from $40 - $100 / night
Check Availability7. Dark Day Campground
"Dark Day is a drive up camp, but there's boat in camping available at the lake as well."
"One of our favorite Lakes"
from $24 - $72 / night
Check Availability8. Greenhorn Capground at Rollins Lake
"We got a pretty secluded site at Cabana 12 but the rest of the sites are kinda stacked on top of each other or out in the open right next to each other. If you want some more privacy then do C12."
"This is a smaller but nice lake. It hasn’t ever been over crowded when I’ve gone. The reason I like this spot is because campsites C3-C10 have the most shade you can hope for!"
from $42 - $53 / night
Check Availability9. Indian Valley
"I love this campground and this area of California. It is not directly situated on the Hwy, and abuts the Yuba River, which is clear and gorgeous and draws a lot of birds and wildlife."
"We were looking for a spot next to the Yuba River and found this gem. Only 17 campsites so it’s not crowded. It’s also away from any road noise."
from $24 - $48 / night
Check Availability10. Nevada County Fairgrounds
"Very peaceful and the fairgrounds are open during the day to walk around."
"Really nice with the lake and quiet woods feeling. No hassle booking and really reasonable price. Huge sites like 150x18 or there abouts."
Drive Time
- 57 min from Yuba City, CA
- 1 hr 16 min from Sacramento, CA
- 1 hr 36 min from Reno, NV
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near North San Juan, CA
810 Reviews of 245 North San Juan Campgrounds
Juliana J.
RangerGrouse Ridge Campground
Beautiful spot - diverse camping options
Well worth the drive - definitely suggest AWD if you choose to go all the way up to the hiking point. Stunning views as you continue to climb up. Good amount of people present, but I snagged an awesome and secluded spot. I had I believe a bar of service. My site was clean. Bear scat present and I heard other campers bang pots around me, indicating there was definitely potential to run into a black bear. Rock fire pit was present. I believe there were spots with picnic tables and grills and maybe a bathroom a bit farther down, but I chose seclusion over everything.
- BBryan G.
TravelerLodgepole Campground
Expensive
This site does not recognize any state or federal pass the rate starts for 40 a day then they charge per person and per pet grand total for a one night stay with hookups 62$ for one RV one person one dog . 
- Ray D.Ranger
Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs
Lake of the Springs
Very nice 1970 style park most spots only has water and electricity. Section X is full hook ups and close to all amenities. Lots of deers and gray squirrels playing about the park. Nice beach area with rental boats. Restrooms and laundry areas in good shape. This is a nice area to camp.
- MMrs. S.Traveler
Indian Valley
Gorgeous campground
Incredible campground! All campers were super respectful of the quiet hours and the campground hosts were great. They work very hard to keep the campground clean. The river isn’t super easy to access but there’s a rope to help you down to the river access spot. The section of the river throughout the campground is claimed so no panning. We loved our stay and can’t wait to go back.
Ricky R.RangerGates Group Campground
Nice RV Park in edge of FairPlay
We got a full hookup 50 amp back in site next to the trout pond. Sites are level and the park is easy to navigate. Park has laundry, showers and a dump station with water fill. Walking distance to grocery and dining. Access to hike/bike trails. Although close to highway the back of the campground was pretty quiet.
- JJeff H.Ranger
Dingerville USA
Looks great and friendly
I didn't stay here but I went to buy a camper shell. All the management were very friendly and cheerful. They went it off their way to be helpful. As we left we saw some people passing and the place looked well kept.
Byron S.
GuideIndependence Hill Dispersed
Big dirt pad, dirt bowl.
A freshly worked dirt lot. Like a freshly plowed field. Tractor tire tracks make walking difficult. There is no signage at all. I'm not sure I'm not on private property. May be the sketchiest road I've ever driven. I intended to stay a week. Instead, I got here at sunset, I'm leaving at first light. Somehow, it has mosquitoes.
- Tim S.Traveler
Greenhorn Capground at Rollins Lake
Satisfactory
We stayed in mid September 26. There was only one family camping the first few days we were there and then we had the entire campground to ourselves. Location was beautiful and it was extremely quiet with exception to the wildlife. Lots of deer, geese, ducks and squirrels. Possible one bear sure to a dumpster dive with shredded garbage on our last day. We were in a 28' RV. Rv camping is a no frill experience. No hook-ups but water spigot at each site. RVs have to parallel park at the top of the hill area. They campers have the difficulty of finding a level spot because most of the tent camping is on a slope. Flush toilets are available. Spotty cell service on Verizon's visible service but we were still able to stream entertainment on our phone's hotspot. Overall, we loved it stay due to the scenery and the obvious peacefulness due to an empty campground. Our 3 night stay midweek with no hook-ups was just over $200.00 which is to me absolutely outrageous but we needed a place to stay on short notice. Aside from the cost, we had an absolutely wonderful peaceful experience watching the wildlife and beautiful scenery.
Guide to North San Juan
Near North San Juan, campers find elevations between 2,000-3,500 feet with mixed pine and oak forests dominating the landscape. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F, while winter nights often drop below freezing. The region's camping season runs primarily April through October, with several campgrounds closing during winter months due to snowfall and access limitations.
What to do
Swimming in Bullards Bar Reservoir: Dark Day Campground provides access to Bullards Bar Reservoir where campers enjoy both swimming and boating activities. One visitor noted, "If you own a boat, camp here! There's good fishing, water skiing and a fun family friendly campground. Dark Day is a drive up camp, but there's boat in camping available at the lake as well."
Hiking local trails: Windsong Ridge Village offers access to numerous hiking opportunities. A camper shared, "There was much to explore in the area, and I was able to get my questions answered quickly. I'm happy I picked it, and would go again!" The area features multiple trail systems with connections to longer routes.
Fishing opportunities: Collins Lake Recreation Area provides excellent fishing access with stocked waters. According to one visitor, "The fishing is awesome on Collins Lake! We fished from kayaks and always caught fish for dinner :-) There are nice hiking and biking trails in and around the campground as well."
Wildlife viewing: Many campgrounds offer wildlife viewing opportunities. A camper at Lake Francis described their experience: "Our family has been coming here for years. We love it. Nice quiet lake. Good campsites. Good general store and even a little restaurant and ice cream shack."
What campers like
Private camping spots: Manzanita Rock Meadow offers secluded sites across its 25-acre property. One camper described it as "What a great find! This place is nestled in the woods with amazing views of of the sunset! I love the private comfortable feel of the area and the hostess is very friendly and accommodating."
Lake access: Scotts Flat Lake provides water recreation options close to Nevada City. A camper mentioned, "Our favorite camping spot! We like to book the group site a few months in advance, as we can usually fit a trailer or two and a few tents without feeling too cramped."
Swimming holes: South Yuba Campground offers excellent river access. As one visitor explained, "This is one of the best sites there is. There's hiking access to the river, and almost never anybody at this campground. It's scenic privacy at it's best. Hike up or downstream for some really great swimming holes."
Amenities at larger campgrounds: Several campgrounds offer store access and rental equipment. At Collins Lake, "Registration area and cafe has ice cream available and souvenir store." Another camper added, "They also have boat rentals."
What you should know
Water levels fluctuate seasonally: Bullards Bar Reservoir experiences significant water level changes. One camper noted, "Lake level is definitely low but that was to be expected with the lack of rain this year."
Bear activity: Multiple campgrounds report bear sightings. At Schoolhouse Campground, a visitor warned, "This is bear country so we had a nightly visitor, the bear boxes are there for a reason so use them!"
Poison oak prevalence: The entire region contains poison oak. One camper at South Yuba warned, "Poison oak is everywhere. River views are spectacular."
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