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
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🚐 003, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 004, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 005, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 006, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 007, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 009, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 010, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 011, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 012, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 014, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 015, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 016, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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🚐 017, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY
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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%
85
4
15.7%
20
3
6.3%
8
2
6.3%
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4.7%
6

Dana B

Verified

October 25, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

It was my first time there and we totally enjoyed the campgrounds and being near the water as well. Bathroom clean which is a big plus.

Jamie d

Verified

October 24, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

4

Nice campground.

Jamie d

Verified

October 24, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

4

Nice campground.

Kate t

Verified

October 14, 2021 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Spacious sites, clean

Kate t

Verified

October 14, 2021 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Spacious sites, clean

Carl B

Verified

October 11, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

3

Campground was awesome except there was a strong sewer smell in the air. I assume from the bathrooms. It didn't stink in the bathroom but in our campsite it was bad. #13

We will be back but will try to camp away from toilets we have our own any way.

Carl B

Verified

October 11, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

3

Campground was awesome except there was a strong sewer smell in the air. I assume from the bathrooms. It didn't stink in the bathroom but in our campsite it was bad. #13

We will be back but will try to camp away from toilets we have our own any way.

philip w

Verified

September 30, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

The camp site was quiet,Clean,The ranger lady was real nice,Only thing we miss was the campfire,But we injoyed our time there

philip w

Verified

September 30, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

The camp site was quiet,Clean,The ranger lady was real nice,Only thing we miss was the campfire,But we injoyed our time there

Richard S

Verified

September 25, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA INDIAN VALLEY

5

Great camping spot

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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