Canyon Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for winter season and due to hazard trees. Typically operates June through October when snow conditions permit. No reservations; first-come, first-served when open.
PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: Nyack - 200 acres
Total acreage: 200 Ignition dates: Dec. 1, 2025 - Feb. 28, 2026 Location: Forest Service Rd. 19 between Fulda Creek and North Fork Campground, County Rd. 6001K between Casa Loma recreation cabins and Euchre Bar Trailhead
North Yuba Trail Closure
Forest Service Trail 9E06 (North Yuba Trail) between the Mountain House Road (County Rd 300) and Ramshorn is closed.
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 Ranger
Rattlesnake Road Closure
The purpose of this closure is to provide for public safety along the closed roads in light of their proximity to the Lake Fordyce Dam during dam reconstruction activities.
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.
Cabin Creek Sale Closure
To provide for public safety and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Tahoe National Forest.
Sand Pond Trail Boardwalk Closure
The Sand Pond Interpretive Trail is partially closed for visitor safety per Forest Order 17-24-17.
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
Canyon Creek Campground offers a truly remote camping experience in the Tahoe National Forest, located along Canyon Creek near Faucherie Reservoir. This primitive campground features 20 campsites nestled in a mixed conifer forest, providing a secluded retreat for experienced campers seeking solitude. The campground includes vault toilets, bear-proof food lockers, and paved parking at individual sites, but operates on a pack-in, pack-out basis with no trash service or potable water. Access to Canyon Creek Campground requires significant planning and a capable vehicle. The final approach involves approximately 16 miles from Highway 20, starting with 8 miles of paved road, transitioning to 3 miles of narrow gravel, and culminating in 5 miles of very rough, rocky, single-lane forest road. High clearance is mandatory, and trailers or low-clearance vehicles are not recommended. The challenging access keeps usage light and maintains the area's primitive character. The campground operates seasonally, typically from June through October when snow conditions permit. Campers must treat or filter water from Canyon Creek for drinking. The area offers opportunities for mountain biking, fishing at nearby Faucherie Reservoir, non-motorized boating, swimming, and access to backcountry hiking trails. The 14-day stay limit and first-come, first-served policy underscore the campground's rustic, self-sufficient nature.
Directions
From Nevada City: Take Highway 20 east towards Truckee approximately 20 miles. Turn left on Bowman Lake Road (Forest Road 18). First 8 miles are paved, next 3 miles are gravel (1.5 lanes), last 5 miles are very rough and road is one lane. Continue past Jackson Creek Campground for 5 miles southeast on Forest Road 843-037. High clearance vehicle required; trailers not recommended.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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