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Diablo

Yuba River Ranger District, Nevada City, California, United States

View from Sierra Buttes
Diablo
Packer Lake near Diablo Campground
Restroom
Sierra Buttes Lookout, hike near Diablo Campground

About Diablo

Diablo Campground is located in the Packer Lake area near the Sierra Buttes, in northern California. It is north of the Yuba River and next to Packer Creek. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, biking, hunting, fishing and canoeing. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 17

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Jun 1 to Oct 15

Rates, Sites & Availability

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17 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 003, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 004, Loop: AREA DIABLO
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 005, Loop: AREA DIABLO
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 007, Loop: AREA DIABLO
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010A, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010B, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 013, Loop: AREA DIABLO
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 015, Loop: AREA DIABLO
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 016, Loop: AREA DIABLO
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: AREA DIABLO
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 018, Loop: AREA DIABLO
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (72)

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What Guests Are Saying

Diablo campground offers a beautiful and quiet setting with spacious sites, some near a creek, and access to lakes and biking trails. The facilities, including clean bathrooms, contribute to a pleasant experience, making it a favorite for many campers. However, some visitors noted issues such as a lack of water supply, noise from other campers, and occasional confrontations regarding pet policies.

Review Summary

4.1
72 reviews
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Megan J

Verified

January 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA DIABLO

5

Beautiful spot

Megan J

Verified

January 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA DIABLO

5

Beautiful spot

Location Diablo

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

Highway access

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

Latitude & Longitude: 39.6331 / -120.638

Elevation: 1795 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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