Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Yankee Jims, CA
Nestled in the pristine wilderness of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Yankee Jims, CA, offers a myriad of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature's splendor. For RV campers seeking convenience with access to modern amenities, the nearby Bullard's Bar Reservoir provides spacious campsites equipped with electric hookups, picnic areas, and scenic views of the shimmering water, ideal for fishing and boating. For those who prefer tent camping, the enchanting sites along the American River offer shaded spots amidst towering pines, where you can enjoy peaceful nights under a starlit sky. Adventure seekers might choose dispersed camping in the surrounding Plumas National Forest, where you can set up your tent off the beaten path amid rugged landscapes and serene tranquility, creating a truly private escape. The local geography boasts dramatic hills, clear creeks, and ample opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing, making it a year-round destination. Whether you're an avid RV traveler, tent camper, or wilderness explorer, Yankee Jims is the perfect gateway to an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Indian Springs Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (58 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,487 feet. There are a total of 34 campsites including 8 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 26 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 35 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 fishing, hiking trails.
White Cloud Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 3 min northeast of Lincoln, CA) with an elevation of 4,325 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 8 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the end of October. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 45 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 amphitheater. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Yellowjacket Campground is located in the Pacific Ranger District, Eldorado National Forest (1 hr 19 min east of El Dorado Hills, CA) with an elevation of 5,011 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $28.00 to $56.00. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Sunset (Kyburz) Campground is located in the Pacific Ranger District, Eldorado National Forest (1 hr 15 min east of El Dorado Hills, CA) with an elevation of 4,954 feet. There are a total of 62 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 60 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 110 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $28.00 to $84.00. Some amenities include shower, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Stumpy Meadows Campground is located in the Georgetown Ranger District, Eldorado National Forest (1 hr 9 min northeast of El Dorado Hills, CA) with an elevation of 4,469 feet. There are a total of 38 campsites including 10 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 28 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 19 and 42 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $28.00 to $56.00. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lewis At French Meadows Campground is located in the American River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (3 hrs 31 min west of Carson City, NV) with an elevation of 5,277 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Wolf Creek California Campground is located in the Pacific Ranger District, Eldorado National Forest (1 hr 23 min east of El Dorado Hills, CA) with an elevation of 4,860 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 42 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $28.00 to $170.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Gerle Creek Campground is located in the Pacific Ranger District, Eldorado National Forest (2 hrs 18 min west of Carson City, NV) with an elevation of 5,265 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites including 31 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $28.00 to $56.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Shirttail Creek Campground is located in the American River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 16 min northeast of Lincoln, CA) with an elevation of 3,970 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 18 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $24.00 to $72.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Skillman Campground is located in the Yuba River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 8 min northeast of Lincoln, CA) with an elevation of 4,603 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
North Fork Campground is located in the American River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 14 min northeast of Lincoln, CA) with an elevation of 4,813 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 60 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 fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Forbes Creek Campground is located in the American River Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (1 hr 6 min northeast of Lincoln, CA) with an elevation of 3,808 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $132.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Auburn Boat-In Sites is part of Auburn State Recreation Area in California (53 min northeast of Folsom, CA) with an elevation of 841 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 15 boat sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $38.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Beals Point Campground is part of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in California (just 13 min northwest of Folsom, CA) with an elevation of 469 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 14 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Peninsula Campground is part of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in California (55 min north of Folsom, CA) with an elevation of 447 feet. There are a total of 78 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $28.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Chute Hill Campground is part of Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park in California (1 hr 26 min east of Yuba City, CA) with an elevation of 3,668 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 26 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $165.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
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