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Sycamore Ranch RV Park, near Browns Valley, California, is a charming spot that offers a relaxing escape along the banks of Dry Creek. With shaded grassy sites and easy access to water activities, it’s a great place for both tent campers and RV enthusiasts.

The campground features clean facilities, including pay showers, and a boat launch for those looking to hit the water. Visitors have praised the well-maintained grounds, with one camper noting, “It is clean and well maintained,” making it a comfortable place to unwind after a day of adventure.

Nature lovers will appreciate the beautiful surroundings, including walking trails and the chance to spot local wildlife like river otters. The peaceful atmosphere is perfect for families, as one reviewer shared, “My daughter loved riding her hoverboard around the entire park.”

If you’re up for some exploration, you’re just a stone’s throw from the Yuba River, where kayaking and fishing await. With a friendly vibe and plenty of outdoor activities, Sycamore Ranch RV Park is a solid choice for your next camping trip.

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Location

Sycamore Ranch RV Park is located in California

Directions

From Marysville, travel east on Highway 20, 13 miles to 5390 Highway 20, Browns Valley, CA.

Address

5390 South R 20
Browns Valley, CA 95918

Coordinates

39.22658187 N
121.40584067 W

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19 min from Yuba City
54 min from Sacramento
1 hr 42 min from Napa

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites

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B. Douglas J.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 7, 2025

One of our favorite campgrounds

We live just up the road (Nevada City) yet we ignored this campground for years thinking it was full of trailer trash. But years ago Yuba County did a great job of cleaning this place up and putting in hookups and paving the campground and adding irrigation systems that keep the grass green all year long.

My favorite thing about this campground is the birds! I use the Merlin app to identify the birds here and so far this place holds my record of around 18 birds not including the more silent ones we saw. There are turtles and otters in the creek to check out as well.

The camp host (Jan The Man) is the best camp host ever!

Weekdays are the best when there are few people but on weekends it does fill up. We did camp one time and some folks were having a karaoke party late into the night (somehow I suspect they will never be back). Usually everyone's respectful and its a great place to be.

Month of VisitApril

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Julie M.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 16, 2024

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.

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Chris &.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 15, 2022

Charming Waterfront Camping

Shaded grassy sites along the banks of Dry Creek (which was full of water when we visited) just above its confluence with the Yuba River. We were tent camping, but each site had a nice, flat, paved parking pad and hookups. The facilities- including pay-showers - were very clean & in fabulous shape. There is a boat launch, and a pretty county park is adjacent. I took advantage of the water and after getting shuttled up to the bridge kayaked down the Yuba and up dry creek all the way to our campsite!

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Month of VisitApril

S D.

Traveler

Reviewed Nov. 14, 2021

I love it

Went camping for a night for my honey moon it was fun nice place great price cannt wait to go again

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Month of VisitAugust

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Suzanne S.

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 19, 2021

Nice, small campground

Really pretty campground. We are here in the off season, so there weren't many other campers here. I think in high season it would feel cramped. The trees are amazing and there are about 2 miles of walking trails. The campground is along Dry Creek, which isn't dry but is covered in some sort of green stuff (not algae). We saw a river otter playing in the creek, so there is life in it. The bathrooms are pretty clean and you have to pay for showers (which we didn't use) Portapotties are located in the campground, not sure why, maybe the restrooms are too far away? All in all, a nice stop.

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Month of VisitOctober

Bearit W.

Scout

Reviewed May. 12, 2021

Heaven on earth

This is such a beautiful piece of California. It is clean and well maintained my daughter who is 5 loved writing her hoverboard around the entire park there are lots of kids to play with and the caretaker and his family were super welcoming and professional. It is really relaxing and refreshing

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Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sycamore Ranch Campground located in California?

Sycamore Ranch Campground is located in Yuba County, California, near Yuba City. The campground sits along Dry Creek just above its confluence with the Yuba River. It's relatively close to Nevada City (within driving distance) and provides a serene natural setting in this region of California. The location offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful trees and water features characteristic of the area.

What facilities and amenities are available at Sycamore Ranch Campground?

Sycamore Ranch RV Park offers well-maintained facilities including clean bathrooms and pay showers with code-protected access for registered campers. Each campsite features a flat, paved parking pad with hookups suitable for both RVs and tent camping. The park has approximately 2 miles of walking trails, irrigated green grass throughout the grounds, and beautiful shade trees. The campground is situated along Dry Creek with day-use areas that include porta potties. The entire park is well-lit during the day but remains dark at night, making it excellent for stargazing.

Is there a map of Sycamore Ranch Campground showing campsite layouts?

While specific map details aren't outlined here, Sycamore Ranch Campground features an organized layout with paved parking pads at each site. The campground is arranged along Dry Creek with sites positioned to take advantage of shade from the numerous trees. For an official campsite map showing the exact layout, contact the campground directly or check the Yuba County Parks website. The campground has approximately 2 miles of walking trails throughout the property that connect the various camping areas.

What do visitor reviews say about Sycamore Ranch Campground?

Visitors consistently praise Sycamore Ranch Campground for its beauty and cleanliness. Campers appreciate the well-maintained facilities, including the immaculate bathrooms and showers. The shaded, grassy sites along Dry Creek are highlighted as particularly appealing. Many note the campground's family-friendly atmosphere with plenty of space for children to play. The helpful and professional campground hosts receive positive mentions. Some visitors point out that during peak season the campground might feel crowded, but in off-seasons, it offers peaceful seclusion. Overall, campers describe it as a relaxing, refreshing escape with excellent star-viewing opportunities at night.

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