Fiddle Creek

North Fork Yuba River
North Fork Yuba River
Fiddle Creek Campground View
ramp to river
Campsites 13 & 14

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

14 total sites

Tent Sites

14 sites

About Fiddle Creek

Fiddle Creek Campground is located alongside the North Yuba River, just off Highway 49, about 12 miles from Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing and mountain biking.  This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 14

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

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14 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
002, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
004, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
005, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
007, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
009, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
010, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
011, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
012, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
013, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
014, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
015, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (60)

What Guests Are Saying

Fiddle Creek Campground offers a beautiful, well-maintained environment with easy access to the river, making it a great spot for families and nature lovers. Guests appreciate the clean facilities, peaceful atmosphere, and the enjoyable experiences by the river, despite challenges like parking issues and mosquito presence. While some amenities, like bear lockers, have been noted as needing attention, the overall experience remains positive, encouraging many to return.

Review Summary

4.0
60 reviews
5
43.3%
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4
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3
15.0%
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2
8.3%
5
1
3.3%
2

dietz1@gmail.com D

Verified

June 2, 2021 Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

5

"Big Fan"

dietz1@gmail.com D

Verified

June 2, 2021 Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

5

"Big Fan"

Mark P

Verified

May 30, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

4

great spot on a beautiful river and close to Downieville. These are not drive up campsites, have to carry gear from parking lot.

Mark P

Verified

May 30, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

4

great spot on a beautiful river and close to Downieville. These are not drive up campsites, have to carry gear from parking lot.

Sheila B

Verified

July 28, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

2

Too crowded, and no regard for a reasonable quiet time ( after 10 pm). The grounds were unkempt. It seems this campground year after year becomes less and less pleasant.

Sheila B

Verified

July 28, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

2

Too crowded, and no regard for a reasonable quiet time ( after 10 pm). The grounds were unkempt. It seems this campground year after year becomes less and less pleasant.

Peter H

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

5

Fiddle Creek has nice shady campsites, and brilliant access to the Yuba river. Really the only complaint I have was that, 2 years ago, only one of the two bathrooms was working. It was busy weekend, and it really was most unpleasant to only have one bathroom.

Peter H

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

5

Fiddle Creek has nice shady campsites, and brilliant access to the Yuba river. Really the only complaint I have was that, 2 years ago, only one of the two bathrooms was working. It was busy weekend, and it really was most unpleasant to only have one bathroom.

Jim L

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

5

Quiet campsite near the river

Jim L

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA FIDDLE CREEK

5

Quiet campsite near the river

Location Fiddle Creek

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

Elevation: 691 feet

Distance to downtown

31 mi drive to downtown Nevada City (about 43 min)

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Last updated: September 2, 2026

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