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Recreation Region: Yuba River Ranger District

White Cloud Campground

White Cloud Campground is located right off of Hwy 20 in a nice wooded area.  Scotts Flat Reservoir is 6 miles from the campground. Adjacent to the campground is Pioneer Trail used by hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. The campground is available for both RV and tent camping. However, there are NO RV hookups or amenities, size restrictions on RV may apply.

Current Conditions
Non-potable water

General Information

Easy highway access
Close to Nevada City
Pioneer Trail access
Burlington Motorcycle Trail System nearby

May 23 - 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:
Single Site: $24/night.
Additional Vehicle: $5/night.
Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount to Single Campsites ONLY.
*The discount applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not to any additional fee or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party.*
https://store.usgs.gov/recreational-passes
Please be prepared to pay with CASH or CHECK.
*Sites may be reservable and reservation fees apply.*

$24 per site $5 for extra vehicle

An office building on a rainy day.

Address: 15924 Highway 49 Camptonville, CA 95922
Phone: 530-265-4531
Hours: Open by appointment only. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 39.319943

Longitude: -120.846113

Directions

From Nevada City:  Drive 12 miles east on Hwy 20 toward Truckee.  Turn right into White Cloud and take the right fork to the campground.

From I-80:  Take Hwy 20 exit and drive 14 miles west toward Nevada City.  Turn left into White Cloud and take the right fork to the campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 26th, 2025