View from Sierra Buttes
Creek at Berger
View from Sierra Buttes near Berger Campground
Sierra Buttes
Packer Lake

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Equestrian-Friendly Equestrian-Friendly
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access

Available sites

8 total sites

About Berger

Berger Campground is located in the Packer Lake area near Packer Creek and the Sierra Buttes, north of the Yuba River. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, equestrian use, hunting, fishing, canoeing and OHV use.  This campground is operated and maintained by Forest Service staff.

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2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Equestrian-Friendly Equestrian-Friendly
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Equestrian-Friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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8 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 02, Loop: AREA BERGER Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 03, Loop: AREA BERGER Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 04, Loop: AREA BERGER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 05, Loop: AREA BERGER Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 06, Loop: AREA BERGER Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 07, Loop: AREA BERGER Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 08, Loop: AREA BERGER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 09, Loop: AREA BERGER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (31)

What Guests Are Saying

Berger is a charming and peaceful campground, well-suited for those seeking tranquility, with a clean environment and proximity to excellent hiking trails like Sierra Buttes and Bear Lakes Loop. While the bathroom facilities are limited and there is no water on site, they are well-maintained, and the campground's quiet atmosphere and beautiful surroundings make it a favorable choice. Overall, visitors appreciate its serene setting, spacious sites, and the natural beauty nearby.

Review Summary

4.1
31 reviews
5
61.3%
19
4
9.7%
3
3
16.1%
5
2
3.2%
1
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9.7%
3

Cody S

Verified

August 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: AREA BERGER

1

We stayed for 2 days to mountain bike the surrounding area. The campground was clean and shaded which was nice. Our neighbors ( who took over 3 spots) were not so nice. Blaring music, shirtless shenanigans, firing guns, constantly driving around the campground stirring up dust, and playing movies on a large projector with huge speakers all night long. We saw not one ranger the entire time, which means this went unchecked and they were allowed to torture all others in the campground.
Would not reccomend staying in this region.

Alexei A

Verified

August 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: AREA BERGER

5

Best campsite in Norcal.

Chris T

Verified

September 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: AREA BERGER

5

The campground was clean and the fellow campers were friendly and respectful. Lots of room and new bear lockers!

Matt B

Verified

October 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: AREA BERGER

5

Good place to camp

Alexandre A

Verified

January 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: AREA BERGER

5

muito bom maravilhoso o lugar

Patrick D

Verified

August 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: AREA BERGER

3

Beautiful setting as always

Nicholas H

Verified

August 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: AREA BERGER

3

I haven't camped for many years and this was my first time camping with my kid. The facility was pretty nice overall, with a latrine, picnic table, trash bin, recycling, and even a bear box. My main complaint was that it was SO LOUD, it took me four hours to get to sleep! People were talking, car doors were slamming, loud motorcycles were driving by on the paved road right next to our site, etc., until after midnight. Next time I'll be sure to bring earplugs.

Wesley M

Verified

July 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: AREA BERGER

5

Quiet campground, some spots were reserved but empty. Mosquitoes were mild at dawn and dusk. No cell service for miles, near by cafe has WiFi and pie.

Lyubov S

Verified

July 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: AREA BERGER

5

Good campground in the forest. But no water. Nice bratiful hike at Sardine lake nearby

Jim B

Verified

July 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: AREA BERGER

5

Nice quiet & spacious campground with only a few amount of sites.

Location & Directions for Berger

Yuba River Ranger Station, Camptonville, CA 95922 United States

Elevation: 1,810 ft

Getting There

<p>From Sierraville, drive 18 mi south on Highway 49, turn right at Bassett, and drive approximately 1.5 mi to the Sardine Lake turnoff. Turn right at the Packer Lake turnoff (Forest Road 93) and continue to the campground. </p>
<p>From Downievill...

Nearest town

Camptonville, CA - 40 mi

About over 1 hr (63 min) to downtown

Highway access

Berger Campground is accessible via Highway 49, which is approximately 18 miles from both Sierraville and Downieville.

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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