North Fork of North Fork American River
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North Fork at Campground
North Fork of North Fork American River

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

Available sites

14 total sites

About North Fork (CA)

North Fork Campground is located along the North Fork of the North Fork American River in the Tahoe National Forest, off of Interstate 80, at the Emigrant Gap Exit. Visitors enjoy fishing and swimming in this scenic area.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

14 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 003, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 004, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
⛺ 005, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 006, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 007, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 008, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 009, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 010, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 011, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 012, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 013, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 014, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 015, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

Reviews (216)

What Guests Are Saying

North Fork Campground is praised for its beautiful, peaceful setting along the river, spacious and shaded campsites, and friendly camp host, Sue. Many visitors enjoyed the amazing swimming hole and fresh spring water, making it a delightful escape for families and nature lovers. However, some concerns were raised about the access road's condition and the odor from the bathrooms, but overall, guests expressed a strong desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
216 reviews
5
73.1%
158
4
13.0%
28
3
7.9%
17
2
2.3%
5
1
3.7%
8

Heather P

Verified

August 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

5

This place is magical. Great swimming holes, jump rocks, and wading pools. Campsites are well shaded most of the day and each site is quite large so you’re not too close to your neighbors. Can’t wait to get back!

Tiffany A

Verified

August 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

1

My site was double booked, meaning I was completely set up and eating lunch when a woman showed up who had also booked the same spot. I broke down and moved into my daughters site only to have the rangers later confirm it was my site and there had been constant double bookings. They said I was welcome to ask for a refund and they’d note it, but there is no where to request a refund on this site.

Tiffany A

Verified

August 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

1

My site was double booked, meaning I was completely set up and eating lunch when a woman showed up who had also booked the same spot. I broke down and moved into my daughters site only to have the rangers later confirm it was my site and there had been constant double bookings. They said I was welcome to ask for a refund and they’d note it, but there is no where to request a refund on this site.

Aaron R

Verified

July 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

5

I was hesitant at first to reserve here due the the minimal reviews and photos but was a great choice and will be coming back again for sure! Great area along the river, camping site 002 is great if you want to be right if front of the river it’s more on the shallow side as it’s about shin high but very beautiful sound to hear as you sleep. depth of the river varies, if you walk thru campsites 9/10 for about quarter mile/half mile you’ll find the bigger deeper pools and larger waterfalls definitely a must see(dog was able to walk thru to these deeper pools with us) These bigger river pools have jumps that go from 40 ft to 10 ft jumps, fun jumping the smaller ones. Lots of bugs as expected, but very dog friendly campsite which I appreciated, clean bathrooms in the mornings. Campsite had more than enough room for the 6 of us that came. (10 person tent and small 3-person tent was able to fit w/ room for more tents) and was spacious from neighbors.No phone service, make sure to bring everything as the closest store is about a 20-25 minute drive, due to the long road of potholes BEWARE of those forsure. It’s about 6 mi long, overall wonderful experience.

Aaron R

Verified

July 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

5

I was hesitant at first to reserve here due the the minimal reviews and photos but was a great choice and will be coming back again for sure! Great area along the river, camping site 002 is great if you want to be right if front of the river it’s more on the shallow side as it’s about shin high but very beautiful sound to hear as you sleep. depth of the river varies, if you walk thru campsites 9/10 for about quarter mile/half mile you’ll find the bigger deeper pools and larger waterfalls definitely a must see(dog was able to walk thru to these deeper pools with us) These bigger river pools have jumps that go from 40 ft to 10 ft jumps, fun jumping the smaller ones. Lots of bugs as expected, but very dog friendly campsite which I appreciated, clean bathrooms in the mornings. Campsite had more than enough room for the 6 of us that came. (10 person tent and small 3-person tent was able to fit w/ room for more tents) and was spacious from neighbors.No phone service, make sure to bring everything as the closest store is about a 20-25 minute drive, due to the long road of potholes BEWARE of those forsure. It’s about 6 mi long, overall wonderful experience.

Christine T

Verified

June 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

4

It was a clean and well kept campground.

Christine T

Verified

June 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

4

It was a clean and well kept campground.

Cameron W

Verified

June 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

5

Somewhat bare bones for some. But it was great!
Quiet, mostly empty during the week. Bathrooms were well maintained. The fresh water spring with potable water was some of the best water ever!

Cameron W

Verified

June 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

5

Somewhat bare bones for some. But it was great!
Quiet, mostly empty during the week. Bathrooms were well maintained. The fresh water spring with potable water was some of the best water ever!

Stacey D

Verified

June 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA NORTH FORK

5

I love this place....appreciate the maintenance and the river and the quiet and the accessibility.

Location & Directions for North Fork (CA)

Yuba River Ranger District, This Is The Address For The Ranger Station, Not The Campground, 15924 Highway 49, Camptonville, CA 95922 United States

Elevation: 1,447 ft

Getting There

From east bound Interstate 80 take exit 158A or west bound Interstate 80 take exit 158B south to Emigrant Gap. After exiting the interstate take a right on Texas Hill Road towards Emigrant Gap. Continue on Texas Hill Road for about 6.5 mi and turn...

Nearest town

Camptonville, CA - 59 mi

About over 1 hr (84 min) to downtown

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Fires & fuel

  • Campfires and charcoal fires may be restricted during hot, dry weather. Contact the ranger district for updates.

Fees & deposits

  • An additional $5 fee is charged per day for the second vehicle in single family campsites and for the third and fourth vehicles in double family campsites.

General

  • North Fork Campground is located on the Tahoe National Forest; this is not Forks Campground on the Sierra National Forest
  • Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Cancellation policy

  • A no-show is defined as not arriving or canceling by specified times. Staffed facilities may hold sites until check-out time for no-show customers.

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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