Indian Valley
Closed — Closed for the 2025 season. Typically operates mid-April through mid-October, with reservations available through Recreation.gov during the main season and first-come-first-served availability in late October.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 8 at 11:54AM PST until February 11 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Total snow accumulations 4 to 10 inches over 5000 feet, 10 to 18 inches above 6000 feet, and locally up to 2 feet over higher peaks. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties above 5000 feet. * WHEN...From 10 PM Monday to 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Mountain travel could be very difficult Tuesday into Wednesday. Plan for travel delays and chain controls. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snow expected Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday morning.
Downieville Downhill Closure Order
Closure of identified forest roads and trails for Downieville Downhill.
PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: McNair & Quail Landings - 59 acres
Tahoe National Forest is planning to conduct a prescribed burn in the Calpine area, conditions permitting.
Snow Grooming Updates
Updated 1/30/26:Be advised, many grooming routes have little or patchy snow with water crossing the trails. Some trails will not be groomed again until we get another good storm.
PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: Nyack - 200 acres
Total acreage: 200 Ignition dates: Jan. 14 - Feb. 28, 2026 (tentative, weather dependent)
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
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
Indian Valley Campground is nestled on the north bank of the North Yuba River within Tahoe National Forest, approximately 11 miles west of Downieville along the scenic Highway 49 corridor. The campground features 16-19 individual and double family campsites set among a mixed forest of oak, fir, pine, and madrone trees that provide ample shade. Historic tumbled rock piles from early gold dredging operations are scattered throughout the property, offering a tangible connection to California's Gold Rush heritage. The North Yuba River serves as the centerpiece of recreation, with opportunities for rainbow trout fishing, swimming in pools and eddies, and seasonal whitewater activities including rafting, kayaking, and tubing. The surrounding area is crisscrossed by an extensive network of trails suitable for hiking, mountain biking, and motorcycle riding, including access to the renowned Downieville Downhill, Yuba River Trail, Halls Ranch, and Butcher Ranch trails. The campground lies along the Yuba Donner Scenic Byway, providing easy access to historic mining towns like Camptonville, Goodyears Bar, and Downieville, as well as interpretive sites along the 49 miles of Highway 49 driving tour. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The facility provides vault toilets and potable drinking water from faucets. Bears are active in the area, requiring proper food storage in approved containers. Firewood is available for purchase locally, and campers are encouraged to buy and burn local wood to prevent the spread of tree-killing pests. The unstaffed campground operates on a reservation system through Recreation.gov, with sites available first-come-first-served during the late season shoulder period.
Directions
From Downieville, take Highway 49 south for about 11 miles. The campground is on the left side of the highway. From Nevada City, take Highway 49 north for just over 30 miles. The campground is on the right side of the highway.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $48 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 478-6253 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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