OutReserve

Cal-ida

Fiddle Creek
Fiddle Creek
Swimming Hole, Fiddle Creek
Fiddle Creek
CAL-IDA

About Cal-ida

Cal-Ida Campground is located on Highway 49, across the road from the North Yuba River and 13 miles from Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, fishing, biking and enjoying the cool waters of the North Yuba River.  This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 10

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 17 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

10 Sites Available

Site
Price
002, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
No Hookups
Price not available
004, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
005, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
006, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
007, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
No Hookups
Price not available
010, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: AREA CAL-IDA
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (45)

What Guests Are Saying

Cal-ida is a great campground with friendly campers, clean facilities, and a beautiful location, perfect for staging dirt biking and enjoying the nearby Yuba River. The shaded sites provide comfort during hot days, and the staff is attentive to cleanliness. However, some noise disturbances from neighbors and a lack of consistent water access were noted as drawbacks.

Review Summary

3.4
45 reviews
5
35.6%
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4
22.2%
10
3
6.7%
3
2
17.8%
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Maria K

September 1, 2020

5

Very nice campsite. Just be aware of the mosquitos at dusk.

Jonathan E

August 29, 2020

5

Good open location with Fiddle creek running behind it. Indian post store right next to the camp makes it the most convenient campsite.

Jonathan E

August 29, 2020

5

Good open location with Fiddle creek running behind it. Indian post store right next to the camp makes it the most convenient campsite.

jennifer p

August 10, 2020

5

This site does get sun all day.

jennifer p

August 10, 2020

5

This site does get sun all day.

Location Cal-ida

Address:
Yuba River Ranger Station
Nevada City, CA, 95959
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible from Highway 49, which is approximately 13 miles south of Downieville and 31 miles north of Nevada City.

Latitude & Longitude: 39.52 / -120.997

Elevation: 700 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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