Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Nelson, CA
Nelson, CA, nestled in the stunning San Bernardino Mountains, offers an array of camping options perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. For RV enthusiasts, the nearby Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa provides full-hookup sites with breathtaking lake views, ideal for families seeking both comfort and adventure. Tent campers can revel in the serene atmosphere at Pineknot Campground, surrounded by majestic pines and within a short distance to hiking trails leading to the picturesque Grout Creek. For those looking for a more rugged experience, dispersed camping is available in the San Bernardino National Forest, which allows for a more secluded retreat under the stars amidst the region's varied geography of mountains, lakes, and forest ecosystems. Visitors can enjoy activities such as fishing, hiking, and wildlife observation, making Nelson a perfect base for exploration. Whether you prefer the amenities of an RV park, the charm of tent camping, or the freedom of dispersed camping, Nelson provides the ideal backdrop for your next outdoor adventure.
Indian Valley Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 20 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,300 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Max equipment length is 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $24.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, floating sports.
Sycamore Grove Campground is located in the Grindstone Ranger District, Mendocino National Forest (33 min south of Redding, CA) with an elevation of 265 feet. There are a total of 30 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 44 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 9 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cal-ida Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 18 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,297 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 8 sites can accommodate RVs between 10 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Carlton Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 17 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,263 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Rocky Rest Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 19 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,378 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 9 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Fiddle Creek Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 18 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 2,275 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Max equipment length is 15 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Gray Pine Group is located in the Grindstone Ranger District, Mendocino National Forest (1 hr 47 min southwest of Chico, CA) with an elevation of 1,633 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $75.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails.
River Campground is part of Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area in California (32 min west of Yuba City, CA) with an elevation of 65 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. 6 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $135.00. Some amenities include shower, boat ramp, picnic table, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Lime Saddle Campground is part of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area in California (just 22 min north of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 1,050 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 4 sites have electric and water hookups. 9 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $45.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, accessible, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Bidwell Canyon Campground is part of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area in California (just 16 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 935 feet. There are a total of 67 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, general store, accessible, boat ramp, marina, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Loafer Creek Campground is part of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area in California (just 15 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 1,207 feet. There are a total of 122 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Loafer Creek Horse Campground is part of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area in California (just 17 min east of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 1,207 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include horseback riding.
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