Carlton

Yuba River Ranger District, Nevada City, California, United States
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North Fork Yuba River
North Fork Yuba River
Yuba River
Campsite Carlton
Carlton Campground

Featured amenities

River Access River Access

Available sites

16 total sites
RV Sites 16 sites Check Availability

About Carlton

Carlton Campground is located along the North Yuba River, adjacent to Highway 49 and 13 mi from Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing and biking. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Canoeing

Canoeing

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Hunting

Hunting

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Oct 16 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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16 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: AREA CARLTON RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (63)

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What Guests Are Saying

Overall, Carlton campground is praised for its beautiful setting, quiet atmosphere, and direct access to the river, making it a favorite destination for many campers. Although some concerns were raised about full dumpsters, restroom cleanliness, and noise from the nearby highway, most guests found their experiences enjoyable and relaxing. Many expressed a desire to return, highlighting specific campsites for their privacy and river access.

Review Summary

4.1
63 reviews
5
61.9%
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4
12.7%
8
3
7.9%
5
2
11.1%
7
1
6.3%
4

Mica R

Verified

January 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA CARLTON

5

We love this campground. Been coming here for 25+ years. It makes my heart happy.

Melissa H

Verified

January 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA CARLTON

2

We have stayed at Carlton many many times at this particular spot , site#11. Very disappointed at the very large dead tree, that we pointed out to the host. We were very fearful off branches falling off and landing on our tent. A Boulder was placed in the middle of the path leading to the water that was very hazardous to our grandchildren and ourselves. Major fall hazard. After over 27 years of camping at Carlton this was probably the not so fun trip and we drove from Oregon to camp there.

Randy W

Verified

January 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA CARLTON

5

Camp grounds were excellent. Would recommend to anyone.

Location & Directions for Carlton

Yuba River Ranger District, Nevada City, CA 95959 United States

Elevation: 690 ft

Getting There

From Downieville, travel south on Highway 49 for just over 13 mi. The campground is on the left side of the highway.

From Nevada City, travel north on Highway 49 for just under 30 mi. The campground is on the right side of the highway.

Nearest town

Nevada City, CA - 30 mi

About 43 min to downtown

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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