OutReserve

Indian Valley

Whitewater Rafting, North Fork Yuba River
View of North Yuba
Entrance sign
View of Campsites
Summer Campers

Featured amenities

River Access

About Indian Valley

Indian Valley Campground is located alongside the North Yuba River just off Highway 49, about 11 miles west of Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, white water boating, and gold panning. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 15

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 16 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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15 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
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🚐 006, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
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🚐 009, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
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🚐 011, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
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🚐 012, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
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🚐 014, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
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🚐 015, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
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🚐 016, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (127)

What Guests Are Saying

Indian Valley Campground offers a serene and beautiful experience, especially early in the season when it's quiet and clean. Camp hosts, Steve and Cash, are frequently praised for their friendliness and attentiveness, enhancing the overall stay. While some campsites are close together, the well-maintained facilities, stunning river views, and excellent hiking trails make it a favorite for many visitors.

Review Summary

4.3
127 reviews
5
66.9%
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4
15.7%
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6.3%
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4.7%
6

William W

Verified

September 7, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

2

Lots of mosquitoes and the vault toilets smelled throughout the camp. Especially in the morning. The views were great and the river refreshing. The town of Downieville is cute and really nice folks.

Daniel M

Verified

August 20, 2022 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

2022 Camp hosts very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were clean. Close to river is a plus. But if you have toddlers you should pick a site number farther from the river. There is a steep bank a small child could tumble down at a few of the spots. Beautiful setting.

Daniel M

Verified

August 20, 2022 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

2022 Camp hosts very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were clean. Close to river is a plus. But if you have toddlers you should pick a site number farther from the river. There is a steep bank a small child could tumble down at a few of the spots. Beautiful setting.

Veronica H

Verified

July 22, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Great camp site and river access, camp host super nice. We had a blast!

Veronica H

Verified

July 22, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Great camp site and river access, camp host super nice. We had a blast!

Matthew H

Verified

July 13, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Great campsite with a perfect view. Facilities were good too.

Amanda R

Verified

July 13, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

4

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Matthew H

Verified

July 13, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Great campsite with a perfect view. Facilities were good too.

Amanda R

Verified

July 13, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

4

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Geno F

Verified

July 11, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Such a nice and relaxing campground

Location Indian Valley

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

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Highway 49, which connects Downieville and Nevada City.

Latitude & Longitude: 39.5137 / -120.984

Elevation: 700 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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