Skillman Campground
Skillman Campground is open to all users including equestrian, mountain bikers and OHV. It is located along Hwy 20. Some camp sites have corrals, hitching posts, and horse troughs. Immediately adjacent to the campground is the Pioneer Trail used by hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. The Burlington OHV trail system is close by. Skillman Campground is available for both RV and tent camping (however, there are NO RV hookups or amenities, size restrictions on RV may apply).
General Information
Easy highway access
Close to Nevada City
Pioneer Trail access
Burlington Motorcycle Trail System nearby
Water is for horses and is non-potable. There are corrals in sites 3,4, 7,9, 11 and 15 and a metal trough in site 2. Large rubbermade trough between sites 3&4, rubber trough in site 15.
May 22 - October 15
Normally facility operates Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Operation may change depending on weather conditions. Contact Tahoe National Forest for current information at (530)265-4531.
Overnight Use:
Group Site: $110 per night
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.318141
Longitude: -120.793194
Directions
From Nevada City: Drive 14 miles east on Hwy 20 toward Truckee. Turn right into Skillman and make a left at the first road to reach the campground.
From I-80: Take Hwy 20 exit and drive 12 miles west toward Nevada City. Turn left into Skillman, make a left at the first road to reach the campground.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
