Brimstone OHV Campground

Open — Open seasonally, typically spring through fall. Winter access depends on snow conditions. No reservations accepted; first-come, first-served only.

National Forest System Roads

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Downieville Downhill Closure Order

Closure of identified forest roads and trails for Downieville Downhill.

Alder 89 Timber Sale Closure

Closure of Alder 89 WUI Timber Sale area.

Castle Peak Avalanche Closure Termination

A closure order restricting public access to national forest lands in the Castle Peak area was terminated on Feb. 23, 2026.

PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: McNair & Quail Landings - 59 acres

Tahoe National Forest is planning to conduct a prescribed burn in the Calpine area, conditions permitting. Smoke will be visible from Calpine, Sierraville, Loyalton and surrounding areas.  Smoke may settle overnight in valleys, drainages, and throughout the surrounding communities.  Smoke will…

Snow Grooming Updates

Tahoe National Forest has lifted the Castle Peak Avalanche Closure. The area was closed for public safety and to support search and rescue operations following an avalanche that occurred on Feb. 17. All victims have now been recovered. Individuals that choose to enter the area are encouraged to…

PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: Nyack - 200 acres

Total acreage: 200 Ignition dates: Jan. 14 - Feb. 28, 2026 (tentative, weather dependent)Location: Forest Service Rd. 19 between Fulda Creek and North Fork Campground, County Rd. 6001K between Casa Loma recreation cabins and Euchre Bar TrailheadAboutThe Nyack Fuels Reduction Project aims to…

Sierraville Ranger District Trail Closure

Forest Trail 16E87 (Boca-Loyalton Trail) is closed for public health and safety.

Camping and Campfire Restrictions-Truckee and Sierraville Districts

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety and toprotect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Truckee and Sierraville RangerDistricts of the Tahoe National Forest. This Order is effective from July 1, 2025, through…

Highway 20 Area Camping Restrictions

To provide for public safety and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Tahoe National Forest.

14-day Camping Occupancy Restrictions

Camping on the Tahoe National Forest is limited to 14 days in a calendar year.

Hoke Valley- Forest Road 860-07 (17E11 Trail) Closed

Forest Road 860 -01 (17E11 Trail) in the Hoke Valley area has been closed to allow for Hoke Valley Meadow restoration.

About

Brimstone OHV Campground is a small, no-fee campground constructed in 2017 specifically to serve off-highway vehicle enthusiasts visiting the Sugar Pine OHV trail system in Tahoe National Forest. The campground features eight accessible campsites and functions as both a camping area and staging area for OHV recreation. The facility provides vault toilets but no potable water, so visitors must bring their own water supply. This campground is part of the American River Ranger District and is designed to accommodate various recreationists including ATV riders, motorcyclists, hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. The location provides direct access to the extensive Sugar Pine OHV trail system. Due to its elevation in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the campground is typically accessible spring through fall, with winter access dependent on snow conditions and road access.

Directions

From Foresthill, California, take Foresthill Road east for approximately 17 miles. Turn left onto Sugar Pine Road (Forest Road 10) and continue for about 3 miles to reach the Brimstone OHV Campground.

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Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups No
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

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Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 367-2224

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AT&T None
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