Schoolhouse Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates April 15 through October 15 and is reservation-only.
Downieville Downhill Closure Order
Closure of identified forest roads and trails for Downieville Downhill.
Big Chief Sale Closure
This order closes forest system roads and trails within the Big Chief project area. This closure is to provide for public safety while 675 acres of forest are treated to enhance wildfire defense in the area.
Parking Restrictions
Parking or leaving a vehicle is prohibited on Tahoe National Forest where posted.
14-day Camping Occupancy Restrictions
Camping on the Tahoe National Forest is limited to 14 days in a calendar year.
2026-27 OHV Grant Applications Notice of Public Review and Comment Opportunity
This grant cycle the Tahoe National Forest will be submitting grant applications for:Ground Operations (OHV trails and facilities maintenance)Law EnforcementEducation and Safety – Focused education at Tahoe NF OHV “Hotspots” through Forest Service personnel, Volunteer Trail Rangers and…
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
Grooming operations have ceased pending new storms. Trailhead location for Little Truckee Summit staging is being evaluated. 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…
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
Schoolhouse Campground is located on the southeast side of Bullards Bar Reservoir, approximately 21 miles north of Nevada City on Marysville Road. Situated at an elevation of 2,000 feet along the North Yuba River, the campground provides access to the reservoir's 4,760 acres of surface area, 16 miles of length, and more than 60 miles of shoreline. The campground offers 56 campsites total, consisting of 44 single sites and 12 double sites, all available by reservation only. The facility includes both flush toilets and one vault toilet, along with treated potable water available from hand pumps. Campsites are surrounded by conifer and hardwood forests with numerous brush species providing plenty of shade. The campground is about half a mile from Dark Day Boat Ramp and approximately 3 miles from Cottage Creek Boat Ramp, making it convenient for boaters and anglers. The reservoir's steep slopes limit shore swimming opportunities, but boaters can find numerous swimming spots around the water. Bullards Bar Reservoir provides yearlong fishing opportunities for both warm and cold water fish species. In addition to water sports, the area features a non-motorized trail system with five different trails ranging from 0.7 to 14 miles. Activities include wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, boating, water skiing, and fishing. Supplies are available at the marina and in nearby communities of Camptonville, North San Juan, and Dobbins.
Directions
From Nevada City, travel approximately 20 miles north on Highway 49 to Marysville Road, turn left and continue for 4 miles. The campground is on the southeast side of Bullards Bar Reservoir.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 26ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 265-4531 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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