Pioneer Trail
dogwood trees in the area
Hallelujah Trail
Pioneer Trail
Pioneer Trail

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

14 total sites

About Skillman

Skillman Campground has individual sites with enough room for parking trucks with trailers. Some of the sites have horse pens and water troughs for horses. It is located in the Tahoe National Forest near Nevada City and three historic mining towns.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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14 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 02, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 03, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
🚐 04 Double, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 05, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
🚐 06, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
🏕️ 07, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN Equestrian
6 guests · Pet Friendly
🚐 08, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🏕️ 09, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN Equestrian
6 guests · Pet Friendly
🚐 10, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🏕️ 11, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN Equestrian
6 guests · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 12, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🏕️ 13, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN Equestrian
6 guests · Pet Friendly
🏕️ 15, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN Equestrian
6 guests · Pet Friendly
🚐 16, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

Reviews (52)

What Guests Are Saying

Skillman is a well-maintained horse camping site with spacious, shaded spots and clearly marked trails, making it a great choice for equestrian enthusiasts. While some amenities, like potable water and bathrooms, could use improvement, the clean environment and beautiful surroundings enhance the overall experience. Despite proximity to Highway 20, which brings some road noise, many visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere and respectful community.

Review Summary

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Robin G

Verified

January 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN

5

I really enjoyed camping with my horses at Skillman. The paddocks make it easy, the trails are wonderful. I plan to go back as many times as I can this summer.

Pamela O

Verified

January 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: AREA SKILLMAN

5

We had a wonderful time horse camping at Skillman. Beautiful trails and amazing views.

Location & Directions for Skillman

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

Elevation: 1,373 ft

Getting There

<p>From Nevada City, travel east on Highway 20 for 14 mi. Turn right at the Skillman Campground sign and then left at the first road intersection into the campground. <br> <br>From Interstate 80 take exit 161, Highway 20 to Nevada City and drive 1...

Nearest town

Nevada City, CA - 14 mi

About 20 min to downtown

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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