Best Camping near Sierra City, CA

Join the fun near Sierra City. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Sierra City campgrounds just for you. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Camping Sites Near Sierra City, CA (361)

    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Lake 4x4 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Lake 4x4 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Lake 4x4 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Lake 4x4 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Lake 4x4 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Lake 4x4 Campground

    1. Gold Lake 4x4 Campground

    10 Reviews
    24 Photos
    165 Saves
    Graeagle, California

    Overview

    Gold Lake 4x4 campground in northeast Plumas County, CA lies at 6,400 feet in elevation within the Plumas National Forest. The mountains, forest and lake setting provide a picturesque landscape for relaxation, adventure and exploration. A popular location with access to the backcountry, visitors should carefully review what this facility provides. This campground is not a luxury destination and may not meet your comfort level. This is a rustic campground with no utilities, water, hookups, trash service, or restroom facilities. Campers must pack out all their sanitation and trash. Families may decide one of the other campgrounds nearby is better suited to meet their needs and expectations. Visitors staying at the 4x4 campground will be within the Lakes Basin Recreation Area that requires camping within developed campsites. For those seeking a more dispersed experience, campers must ensure they are well outside the boundaries of the recreation area. The Lakes Basin & Sierra Buttes Map illustrates where boundaries and forest roads are found. These maps are available at the USGS Store online or from Plumas National Forest Offices.

    Recreation

    Visitors often use this campground as a home base to enjoy water sports, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, hunting and a host of other activities. The OHV access road continues beyond the campground and onto the adjacent Tahoe National Forest. From here, other roads lead north toward "A-Tree", LaPorte and Plumas Eureka State Park, southwest towards Downieville and Sierra City and south toward Packer Lake and Sardine Lakes. Make sure to take a suitable vehicle, a map, and extra food and water.

    Natural Features

    As the Lakes Basin Recreation Area name implies, the region has many crystal clear alpine lakes to explore. Glacial carved granite peaks and ridges, sunrises and sunsets reflected in the waters over Gold Lake, the whisper of pines rustling in the wind or a glimpse of a shy doe will leave an indelible memory and entice you to return again and again. The region is rich in history that includes Native American use, gold discovery, westward migration, forestry, railroads, grazing, and agriculture. You may even find evidence of those that travelled here decades or centuries before you.

    Nearby Attractions

    Though in a remote location, Gold Lake 4X4 Campground is near several attractions worth visiting. Mills Peak Fire Lookout is manned during fire season and welcomes visitors. Mills Peak Trail, a premier mountain bike trail, descends from the lookout towards the community of Graeagle. Pan for gold and explore the hard rock mining history or attend one of the other interpretive activities at Plumas Eureka State Park. Try not to miss the spectacular views of and from the Sierra Buttes and its lookout. All aboard! Take a ride on the rails while checking out the Railroad Museum in Portola. The Reid Cattle Company can offer cowboys and cowgirls trail rides at the outlet of Gold Lake or from their Graeagle location.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Sardine Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Sardine Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Sardine Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Sardine Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Sardine Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Sardine Lake

    2. Sardine Lake

    9 Reviews
    32 Photos
    181 Saves
    Sierra City, California

    Overview

    Sardine Lake Campground is located in the North Yuba River area, near the beautiful Sardine Lakes. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing and gold panning. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

    Recreation

    Boating, fishing and swimming are available at nearby Sardine Lakes and Sand Pond. Sardine Lakes Resort offers boat rentals, lodging, and a restaurant. A large network of trails is available in the area, including Deer Lake and Tamarack Lakes Trails and the Pacific Crest Trail.

    Natural Features

    The campground stretches along a wet meadow at the base of the scenic Sierra Buttes. A forest of lodgepole pine offers partial shade. Beautiful high mountain lakes and rugged peaks can be found throughout the surrounding area.

    Contact Info

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

    Nearby Attractions

    Lakes Basin offers many opportunities for boating, fishing and hiking. Boating, fishing and swimming are available at nearby Sardine Lakes, less than a mile to the west. Sardine Lakes Resort offers boat rentals. Anglers will find rainbow and brook trout in many of the lakes, streams, and rivers throughout the basin. A more developed boat ramp is located at Gold Lake and accomodates launching of larger boats. 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 Downieville offer historic and cultural attractions, restaurants, shops, churches, and vistor information.

    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $24 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Donner Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Donner Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Donner Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Donner Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Donner Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Donner Memorial State Park Campground

    3. Donner Memorial State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    47 Photos
    231 Saves
    Truckee, California

    Donner Memorial State Park offers the summer vacationer opportunities for Donner Lake camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, water-skiing, and hiking. In winter, visitors can cross-country ski and snowshoe on trails and enjoy the season's beauty. Visitors are welcome year-round at the Donner Memorial State Park Visitor Center and at the Pioneer Monument, built to commemorate those who emigrated to California from the east in the mid-1800's. The Visitor Center features compelling new exhibits that tell the stories of the Emigrant Experience, the Donner Party, the Land of the Washoe, Chinese construction of the railroad, and early motoring adventures over Donner Pass.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash

    $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from East Meadow Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Meadow Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Meadow Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Meadow Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from East Meadow Campground

    4. East Meadow Campground

    7 Reviews
    22 Photos
    158 Saves
    Sierra City, California

    Overview

    East Meadow Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides for a great base camp, allowing visitors to enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. East Meadow Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

    Recreation

    The adjacent 1,000-acre lake offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout. A boat ramp is located at Pass Creek Campground. A designated swim beach is nearby. The lake is an irrigation source, meaning its level will drop as the season progresses. A portion of the Pacific Crest Trail meanders along the east side of the lake. It is open to hiking and horseback riding and provides opportunities for viewing wildlife. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area.

    Natural Features

    Jackson Meadow Reservoir is situated in a rolling forested valley, where visitors are awarded beautiful views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain. The campground lies on the northeastern shore of the lake, in a forest of pine and fir trees. Some sites have a view of the lake, and boats can be moored nearby.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (530) 994-3401.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Equestrian

    $24 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Campground

    5. Bowman Campground

    7 Reviews
    19 Photos
    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park

    6. Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park

    7 Reviews
    9 Photos
    65 Saves
    Clio, California
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground

    7. Plumas-Eureka State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    15 Photos
    90 Saves
    Graeagle, California

    Jamison Creek Campground (sites 1-70)

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $35 - $250 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Flat
    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Flat
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    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Flat

    8. Granite Flat

    18 Reviews
    34 Photos
    151 Saves
    Truckee, California

    Overview

    Granite Flat Campground is located between the Truckee River and Highway 89, just one mile from Truckee and a short distance from Tahoe City. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and hiking opportunities, as well as its proximity to Lake Tahoe. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

    Recreation

    Fly-fishing for rainbow trout on the Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the area. Campers also enjoy swimming and tubing on the river. The surrounding area offers numerous hiking and biking trails, including the Western States Trail, Five Lakes Trail, and Pacific Crest Trail.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated on the banks of the Truckee River. A scenic forest of Jeffrey and lodgepole pine trees covers the area.

    Nearby Attractions

    Granite Flat is centrally located between the town of Truckee and__Prosser, Boca and Stampede reservoirs to the north, as well as__Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley to the south. A variety of outdoor recreational activities are available at each location.Truckee, 1 mile north, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivity, top notch restaurants, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 15 minutes south and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $22 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Logger Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Logger Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Logger Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Logger Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Logger Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Logger Campground

    9. Logger Campground

    13 Reviews
    34 Photos
    181 Saves
    Floriston, California

    Overview

    Logger Campground sits on beautiful Stampede Reservoir on the Tahoe National Forest, 30 minutes from Truckee, Calif. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, fishing and abundant hiking and off-road trails. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

    Recreation

    Boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on the reservoir. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout and kokanee salmon. A boat ramp is located on-site. Many miles of hiking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. The nearby Commemorative Emigrant Trail is open to hiking and mountain biking.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated on the south side of Stampede Reservoir, which is located on the Little Truckee River, approximately eight miles above the confluence of the Little Truckee and Truckee Rivers. A forest of ponderosa pine, Jeffrey pine and fir trees covers the area. Sagebrush dots the forest floor.

    Nearby Attractions

    Boca Reservoir is 10 minutes south of the campground, offering additional boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing opportunities. Truckee, 30 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including Interstate highway connectivitiy, top notch restaraunts, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located about an hour south and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Prosser Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Chapman
    Camper-submitted photo from Chapman
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    Camper-submitted photo from Chapman

    10. Chapman

    4 Reviews
    18 Photos
    42 Saves
    Sattley, California

    Overview

    Chapman Creek Campground is located next__to Chapman Creek, near the North Yuba River. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing, This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

    Recreation

    A large network of hiking trails is available in the area, including the nearby Pacific Crest Trail. The trailhead for the 2-mile long__Chapman Creek Trail is located within the campground. Boating, fishing and swimming opportunites are available at nearby Sardine Lakes, about five miles from the campground. Sardine Lakes Resort offers boat rentals.

    Natural Features

    The campground is split into two loops, with one overlooking Chapman Creek and the other, neighboring a small meadow. Stands of mature fir and lodgepole pine trees covers the area, providing pleasant shade at most campsites.

    Nearby Attractions

    The nearby Lakes Basin area offers boating, fishing, hiking and more than 30 miles of maintained trails, that are also open to biking and horseback riding. The lakes provide visitors with ample opportunities to enjoy boating, canoeing and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brook trout in many of the scenic bodies of water in the area. A boat ramp is located at Gold Lake.

    Contact Info

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

    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $24 - $48 / night

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  • ron R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Peavine Road Dispersed Camping
    Oct. 12, 2024

    Peavine Road Dispersed Camping

    Complete trash dump

    It's sad where we have this public land to camp on and people just dump tons and tons of trash and abandoned cars and demolished cars on the property would not recommend going. There's some more BLM land about 15 to 20 minutes north on Red Rock road.

  • ron R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Sage Off Highway Vehicle Area
    Oct. 12, 2024

    Fort Sage Off Highway Vehicle Area

    Very quiet out of the way.

    I stayed for one night before before going to Reno. The sun was setting I didn't want to set up in the dark. Got stuck setting up in the dark anyway. The dirt road on the way to the campsite is pretty washboarded. The campsite itself was about 2/3 full. Looks like a couple campers were here for quite a while.

  • Paxton B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Merrill Valley Dispersed Camp
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Merrill Valley Dispersed Camp

    The road is terrible

    Not really sure if we camped in the right spot. It isn’t great, but it got the job done to just crash for a night. Felt like we were in a construction zone

  • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Grizzly Creek Campground
    Sep. 26, 2024

    Grizzly Creek Campground

    Nestled in the trees

    This campground is a very quiet spot after Labor Day, it is small, only 10 sites total and it is only open until September 30, which I don't understand since there is no snow here until November.

    When we were there only one other camper was staying here and he was a deer hunter.

    The water is shut off after Labor Day so come prepared. This campground has two sites that will take a 30' trailer and the remaining sites will take smaller trailers, tents or campers.

    One site has a new picnic table but all sites have tables, fire pits and plenty of room between sites. Pit toilets are near the entrance and only one was clean when we stayed here.

    Not to far from Bucks Lake if you want to camp and then drive to the lake.

    Fees have changed, they are $25 a night and $12.50 if you have the pass.

  • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rogers Cow Camp
    Sep. 26, 2024

    Rogers Cow Camp

    CLOSED

    This was a beautiful campground, primitive in the Plumas National Forest but it is burnt to the earth after the North Complex Fire and it will never reopen.

    We drove up on 9.25.24 to see if any of the down trees have been cleared and only some have been. You can pull into the camp but large dead and down trees prevent access to the campground.

    The pit toilet is also damaged and it is unlikely the USFS will make any repairs.

  • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Plumas National Forest Sly Creek Campground
    Sep. 24, 2024

    Plumas National Forest Sly Creek Campground

    South Feather and Power water company campground

    Sly Creek Reservoir is a beautiful mountain lake with several campsites along a small portion of the lake.

    There is a boat ramp and ATV riding on the forest roads in the area.

    The campground closed in 2024 for tree removal and cleanup but is expected to open in 2025.

    Passes are honored.

  • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ponderosa Flat Campground
    Sep. 24, 2024

    Ponderosa Flat Campground

    PGE campground

    This campground and the one to the south, Cool Springs, are both run by Pacific Gas and Electric Utility company. 

    There are campground hosts at both campgrounds and late in September half of Ponderosa Flat closes. The entire campground closes at the end of September. 

    There was plenty of water in the Reservoir and it could be okay for a boat but you have to look out for all the snags in the water, and there are a lot of them.

    Campground is quiet but tight to get a large trailer in, ours is 26 feet and it was tight. The spaces in the closed portion of the campground were a bit more spacious. 

    Fire rings, tables and pit toilets. It was $30 a night with no power, power sites are more expensive. 

    If you have a cool campground host you can ride your ATV or Side by side out onto the dirt road and ride for miles. Just be mindful it is not really supposed to be a ride out campground.

  • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Sage Off Highway Vehicle Area
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Fort Sage Off Highway Vehicle Area

    Excellent for ATVs and SXSs

    This place is so wonderful and free. We were the only people in our camp area for the entire stay.  If you go with some friends, Diamond Back has a perfect spot for two decent size RV's. 

    Very clean, trash pick up service was great and the vault toilets were nice if you were tent camping and needed a clean place to do your business. 

    Trail riding galore. Went on all the trails and out in the sand dune area we came upon wild horses, this was quite a site to see. They were just running and being playful. 

    I would avoid this place in the summer, hot and with no power it would be a sweat box.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Logger Campground
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Logger Campground

    Beautiful campground with lake views.

    Love our stay at Logger Campground, very clean vault toilets, and facility. Most of the spots are very tight, narrow spaces. Make some when you book, you get the right size spot. Pay dump just offsite.

  • rThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Boca Reservoir - Water Recreation
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Boca Reservoir - Water Recreation

    Nice USFS campground

    All camp sites have a picnic table and a fire ring. Please ensure fires are permitted before starting a fire. The campground was clean and quiet. Pit toilets were clean and well stocked. Please note that I was there during the week. I imagine that during summer weekends it can get quite noisy with boat and jet ski traffic being so close to Reno. I would definitely stay again.

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Valley Campground
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Bear Valley Campground

    Remote Forest Camping

    FCFS OHV campground that can be approached from a couple of rough dirt roads,  high clearance helpful,  4wd not needed.   Not all sites are flat.  People from the area (i guess)  seemed to be "reserving"  sites with styrofoam coolers and water jugs...  they did not occupy their sites at night. I didn't use the vault toilet facility.  Took a hike.  Very pretty.  No OHV noise,  but a copter was circling the area in the middle of the night.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Davis Creek Regional Park
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Davis Creek Regional Park

    It was on fire 9/7

    My 1-star review is only because, sadly, a fire started at this campground and was out of control by the time we arrived. It grew to 1,500 acres and destroyed 6 structures. I was really looking forward to staying at this park. Sadly, it has likely been destroyed.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Lodgepole Campground
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Lodgepole Campground

    Perfectly Situated in the Sequoias

    I thought this campground was pretty decent for being NPS run and due to its large size. The campsite was close to other campers, but not right on top of them. The location is ideal. Bathrooms were the least favorite part, only one bathroom (with 4 stalls?) for one large loop of campsites. Check-in was a breeze. Nearby visitor center and camp store was convenient. There were hiking trails nearby. Be bear aware!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Lake Dispersed
    Sep. 6, 2024

    Bowman Lake Dispersed

    Lake side Campsites

    If you are looking to be near the water and no service, this is perfect. The rough road in I believe must keep some folks out but the lake is amazing.

  • gardenia
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Ranch Casino and RV Resort
    Aug. 30, 2024

    Gold Ranch Casino and RV Resort

    good place

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  • Joey C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Antelope Lake Recreation Area
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Antelope Lake Recreation Area

    Beautiful

    We had a great time up at Antelope Lake. It is a very pretty lake and would definitely recommend going. However, the camp host there was very rude and very unaccommodating. I booked 6 campsites for two nights, when I showed up on Friday, the campground was not full so I moved to my trailer to a different site because it was close to friends and family. The site I moved to was first come first serve. The camp host was hounding me - saying I must pay for the site I moved to even though the campground wasn't full. Originally, I paid close to $500 for all 6 sites and the camp host made me pay for the extra site that wasn't even taken/reserved. Be careful of this guy! I think this guy might be pocketing the money.

  • OThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Nevada County Fairgrounds
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Nevada County Fairgrounds

    Quiet camping

    It’s $30 a night for dry camping and goes up from there depending on what hookups you need. Very peaceful and the fairgrounds are open during the day to walk around.

  • Julie M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Sycamore Ranch RV Park

    Clean, comfortable spot

    Very clean campground with a helpful host. Bathrooms/showers for paid guest have a code to get in. The day use area has porta potties. This place is dark at night so really good for star watching.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Truckee River RV Park
    Aug. 6, 2024

    Truckee River RV Park

    Website states switched to permanent tenants

    I have not stayed here but the website states switched to permanent residents. Likely hard to find a spot.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Haskins Valley Campground
    Aug. 6, 2024

    Haskins Valley Campground

    Nice, easy access to lake

    It's along a cove in the lake. Super nice hosts and nice campers. The bathrooms are kind of gross but that's expected. Always camp here when we go to the lake.

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tahoe National Forest Boca Campground
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Tahoe National Forest Boca Campground

    Boca Rest

    I spent nine days camping at Boca rest, it is a beautiful campsite. I was there before memorial day weekend so it was fairly empty. The fishing and the little Truckee and the lake was outstanding.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Quail Ridge RV Park
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Quail Ridge RV Park

    Serene RV Trailer Park?

    Place wasn’t too bad. Very nice people, very peaceful, and quiet, however, there were many people here who are permanent residents of the park, some of their areas are a little trashy looking for lack of a better word. Definitely not a bad spot if you’re on the way to another campground, but there are probably better ones to head to, especially if you have children with you. We were also looking for a place to camp with two days notice and this was all we could find. Cheap too!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lindsey Lake Campground
    Jul. 25, 2024

    Lindsey Lake Campground

    So nice!

    Stayed 6 days with friends and dogs. Sites were rustic but clean. We had direct access to lake to launch and swim. Jake, site host, very kind and professional as he answered questions and gave advice when a group member popped a tire coming up to the lake. We will be back!

  • Chris N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Lake Dispersed
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Bowman Lake Dispersed

    Great Late Spring Escape

    This place was a slice of heaven, but only accessible by way of 4 x 4 with decent clearance. The trail will take you off road for quite some time , but it's well with the adventure. Traction boards and a winch could help you through unexpected obstacles and are recommended to have on hand, but you most likely won't need them. No running water, but there are restroom buildings, fire rings and bear boxes to use. Mosquitoes are abundant here. Don't forget your repellent. The lake is gorgeous, a great fishery, and there are plenty of inspirational views and solitude to be had.



Guide to Sierra City

Camping near Sierra City, California, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails around the area. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking paths, with one reviewer mentioning, "We hiked around the entire reservoir and it was gorgeous," highlighting the beauty of the trails.
  • Fishing and Swimming: Sardine Lake is a popular spot for fishing and swimming. One camper shared, "Just down the road from Sardine Lakes and Sand Pond, which are great for fishing and swimming."
  • Wildlife Watching: The region is rich in wildlife. A visitor noted, "The lake attracts lots of wildlife," making it a great spot for nature lovers.

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Granite Flat offer beautiful river views. One camper said, "Nice sites on the river," which adds to the overall experience.
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peacefulness of the area. A review mentioned, "The campground is pretty with big Jeffrey Pines and large boulders. Clean bathrooms," emphasizing the serene environment.
  • Friendly Camp Hosts: Campers often mention the welcoming nature of the staff. One visitor at Logger Campground said, "The camp hosts were so welcoming and helpful."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds, like Granite Flat, are close to highways, which can lead to noise at night. A camper noted, "The highway is really loud at night," so be prepared for some background noise.
  • Limited Amenities: Many sites, such as Boca Rest Campground, have basic facilities. One reviewer mentioned, "Pit toilets available," indicating that you might need to bring your own supplies.
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially in summer. A visitor at Logger Campground advised, "If you get there on a weekend get there early because sites fill up fast."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for sites that offer spacious areas for kids to play. One family shared, "We loved our RV spot, the rest of the group had great tent sites," highlighting the variety of accommodations available.
  • Plan Activities: Bring games and outdoor gear to keep everyone entertained. A camper mentioned, "There are many trails to explore," which can be great for family hikes.
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having food on hand makes it easier to enjoy your time outdoors. One reviewer noted, "The camp just was friendly and nonintrusive," suggesting a relaxed atmosphere for families.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's sites. One camper at Granite Flat said, "No way our 30’ travel trailer would fit in the site," so it's wise to confirm dimensions before booking.
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Logger Campground, do not offer full hookups. A visitor mentioned, "Cold nights starting in September," indicating that you should be ready for cooler temperatures.
  • Bring Your Own Water: Some sites lack drinking water. A camper at Boca Rest Campground advised, "Bring water or filter water from the lake," to ensure you stay hydrated.

Camping near Sierra City, California, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With a little planning and the right campground, you can have a memorable experience surrounded by nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Sierra City, CA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Sierra City, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 361 campgrounds and RV parks near Sierra City, CA and 18 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Sierra City, CA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sierra City, CA is Gold Lake 4x4 Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 10 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Sierra City, CA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 free dispersed camping spots near Sierra City, CA.

  • What parks are near Sierra City, CA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Sierra City, CA that allow camping, notably Plumas National Forest and Martis Creek Lake.