Schoolhouse Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates April 15 through October 15 and is reservation-only.
Snow Grooming Updates
GROOMING PROGRAM: Snowmobile trail grooming is funded by the State of California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) division winter program.
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.
Cabin Creek Sale Closure
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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