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Bear Valley Campground
Bear Valley Campground is a remote, small campground with 10 campsites suitable for tents or RV's. It is popular with OHV enthusiasts wanting to use the nearby Bear Valley OHV area. The campground is located six miles east of Little Truckee Summit on the Cottonwood Creek Road. Elevation: 6700 feet. Non-potable water, treat before drinking.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | No reservations are available. First-come, first-served. |
|---|---|
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water |
| Fees: | Free |
| Usage: | Light |
| Closest Towns: | Sierraville |
| Water: | Non-Potable Water |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (2) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Sierraville Ranger District, 317 South Lincoln Street, PO Box 95, Sierraville, CA 96126 (530) 994-3401 |
General Information
Directions:From Sierraville: Drive 11 miles south on Hwy 89 to Little Truckee Summit. Drive 6 miles east of Little Truckee Summit on Cottonwood Creek Road.
From Truckee: Drive 17 miles north on Hwy 89 to Little Truckee Summit. Drive 6 miles east of Little Truckee Summit on Cottonwood Creek Road.
General Notes:
Trailer space available
Elevation: 6700
Activities
Mountain Biking
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 10 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
RV Camping
OHV Camping
Bear Valley has 10 campsites with trailer space, piped water and vault toilets. Located six miles east of Little Truckee Summit on the Cottonwood Creek Road.
OHV Trail Riding
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | |
|---|---|
| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Toilets: | Vault |
| Drinking water: |
Related Information
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Location
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