About Indian Springs
Number of accommodations: 31
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
River Access
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- Potable Water
Water Access
- River Access
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (178)
What Guests Are Saying
Indian Springs offers large campsites, a cool swimming hole, and clean facilities, making it a great spot for families and pets. Many visitors appreciate the ample space between sites and the presence of friendly camp hosts. However, highway and train noise can be significant, particularly at certain sites, which may affect the overall experience for some campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Indian Springs offers large campsites, a cool swimming hole, and clean facilities, making it a great spot for families and pets. Many visitors appreciate the ample space between sites and the presence of friendly camp hosts. However, highway and train noise can be significant, particularly at certain sites, which may affect the overall experience for some campers.
Review Summary
Amber C
VerifiedJuly 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOWER
The LARGEST BONUS OF THE PLACE IS THE SWIMMING HOLE and waterfall.
The pit toilet was.. ok..
The FREEWAY is Right there. And n.e.v.e.r stopped, accompanied by a train track above that. We were pleased to hear not 1 or 2, but up TO 6 OR 7 LOUD TRAINS WITH HORNS ablarin! Such fun with young kids.
The map online is deceitful. We picked (what we thought was) a secluded space from the other sites. These sites are literally a stones through from eachother.
There was BARELY enough room for a 10 man and 12man tent, a tiny site.
We had people WALK RIGHT THROUGH OUR CAMP on their way to the water. Bo consideration or even acknowledgment as they passed within inches. ..and literally 100feet or so down the hill is the path.
Most parking areas for the site accommodate 2 small cars or one full sized vehicle.
We stayed at site 9. Would not recommend without patience and earplugs.
Amber C
VerifiedJuly 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOWER
The LARGEST BONUS OF THE PLACE IS THE SWIMMING HOLE and waterfall.
The pit toilet was.. ok..
The FREEWAY is Right there. And n.e.v.e.r stopped, accompanied by a train track above that. We were pleased to hear not 1 or 2, but up TO 6 OR 7 LOUD TRAINS WITH HORNS ablarin! Such fun with young kids.
The map online is deceitful. We picked (what we thought was) a secluded space from the other sites. These sites are literally a stones through from eachother.
There was BARELY enough room for a 10 man and 12man tent, a tiny site.
We had people WALK RIGHT THROUGH OUR CAMP on their way to the water. Bo consideration or even acknowledgment as they passed within inches. ..and literally 100feet or so down the hill is the path.
Most parking areas for the site accommodate 2 small cars or one full sized vehicle.
We stayed at site 9. Would not recommend without patience and earplugs.
Amber C
VerifiedJuly 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOWER
The LARGEST BONUS OF THE PLACE IS THE SWIMMING HOLE and waterfall.
The pit toilet was.. ok..
The FREEWAY is Right there. And n.e.v.e.r stopped, accompanied by a train track above that. We were pleased to hear not 1 or 2, but up TO 6 OR 7 LOUD TRAINS WITH HORNS ablarin! Such fun with young kids.
The map online is deceitful. We picked (what we thought was) a secluded space from the other sites. These sites are literally a stones through from eachother.
There was BARELY enough room for a 10 man and 12man tent, a tiny site.
We had people WALK RIGHT THROUGH OUR CAMP on their way to the water. Bo consideration or even acknowledgment as they passed within inches. ..and literally 100feet or so down the hill is the path.
Most parking areas for the site accommodate 2 small cars or one full sized vehicle.
We stayed at site 9. Would not recommend without patience and earplugs.
Allison A
VerifiedFebruary 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: LOWER
Great location...our site was located just a short walk over boulders to the swimming hole and the toilets were behind us. The swimming hole is a huge plus! Campsite was huge with plenty of space for all of our tents. The noise from highway did not bother us at all. Bees were a pain, but it's camping...what do you expect. The rangers were super friendly too!
Allison A
VerifiedFebruary 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: LOWER
Great location...our site was located just a short walk over boulders to the swimming hole and the toilets were behind us. The swimming hole is a huge plus! Campsite was huge with plenty of space for all of our tents. The noise from highway did not bother us at all. Bees were a pain, but it's camping...what do you expect. The rangers were super friendly too!
Allison A
VerifiedFebruary 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: LOWER
Great location...our site was located just a short walk over boulders to the swimming hole and the toilets were behind us. The swimming hole is a huge plus! Campsite was huge with plenty of space for all of our tents. The noise from highway did not bother us at all. Bees were a pain, but it's camping...what do you expect. The rangers were super friendly too!
Dana S
VerifiedNovember 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: UPPER
This camping experience at Indian Springs was quite poor. There was no one on staff to update the reservations on each campsite, so unfortunately the campsite Recreation.gov let me reserve days prior was taken by someone. I had chosen campsite 21 because it looked to be the furthers from the highway, in fact as we explored the campground, we found that the noise pollution from the highway permeated the entire place. Semis and cars can be heard at all hours of the day and night. We settled on a campsite near the water, which provided a direct line of sight to the highway. Furthermore, there are no doable hiking trails within walking distance to the campsite. We chose to hike one of the local OHV trails, but turned around about a mile after our descent. The road was VERY rocky and impossible to enjoyably, hike the trail. Lastly, because you're so close to the highway, there is cell reception. Do not go here, if you want to "disconnect" with technology and connect with Mother Nature. This spot is likely good for people with RVs, but not suited for tent camping.
The campground gets two stars because there is a small lake with a cool waterfall.
Dana S
VerifiedNovember 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: UPPER
This camping experience at Indian Springs was quite poor. There was no one on staff to update the reservations on each campsite, so unfortunately the campsite Recreation.gov let me reserve days prior was taken by someone. I had chosen campsite 21 because it looked to be the furthers from the highway, in fact as we explored the campground, we found that the noise pollution from the highway permeated the entire place. Semis and cars can be heard at all hours of the day and night. We settled on a campsite near the water, which provided a direct line of sight to the highway. Furthermore, there are no doable hiking trails within walking distance to the campsite. We chose to hike one of the local OHV trails, but turned around about a mile after our descent. The road was VERY rocky and impossible to enjoyably, hike the trail. Lastly, because you're so close to the highway, there is cell reception. Do not go here, if you want to "disconnect" with technology and connect with Mother Nature. This spot is likely good for people with RVs, but not suited for tent camping.
The campground gets two stars because there is a small lake with a cool waterfall.
Dana S
VerifiedNovember 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: UPPER
This camping experience at Indian Springs was quite poor. There was no one on staff to update the reservations on each campsite, so unfortunately the campsite Recreation.gov let me reserve days prior was taken by someone. I had chosen campsite 21 because it looked to be the furthers from the highway, in fact as we explored the campground, we found that the noise pollution from the highway permeated the entire place. Semis and cars can be heard at all hours of the day and night. We settled on a campsite near the water, which provided a direct line of sight to the highway. Furthermore, there are no doable hiking trails within walking distance to the campsite. We chose to hike one of the local OHV trails, but turned around about a mile after our descent. The road was VERY rocky and impossible to enjoyably, hike the trail. Lastly, because you're so close to the highway, there is cell reception. Do not go here, if you want to "disconnect" with technology and connect with Mother Nature. This spot is likely good for people with RVs, but not suited for tent camping.
The campground gets two stars because there is a small lake with a cool waterfall.
Phillip D
VerifiedOctober 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOWER
Loved it. Beautiful and easy to hide. A little traffic noise at night but so worth it.
Location Indian Springs
Address:
Yuba River Ranger Station
Nevada City, CA, 95959
United States
From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80, take exit 164 for Eagle Lakes Road. Turn north onto Eagle Lakes Road. Follow the road as it turns west and turn left into the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.3293 / -120.569
Elevation: 1674 feet
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
- Fire restrictions may occur due to dry weather, limiting campfires and charcoal fires. Contact the Ranger District for updates.
Fees & deposits
- A $5 daily fee applies for additional vehicles beyond the first at campsites, with specific rules for motorcycles and no fees for bicycles.
General
- Freeway noise can be heard from campground
- 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 fee of $20 applies if you do not cancel by the specified times. Reservations may be held until check-out or check-in time.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
