Sierra Buttes from Wild Plum
View of Sierra Buttes from Wild Plum Campground
Haypress Creek
Haypress Creek at Wild Plum
Wild Plum Entrance Sign

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

44 total sites

About Wild Plum

Wild Plum Campground is located on Haypress Creek in the North Yuba River area. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. this facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

44 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
⛺ 002, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 004, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 006, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 007, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 009, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 010, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
⛺ 012, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 013, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 014, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 015, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 016, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 017, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 018, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 019, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
⛺ 020, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 022, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 023, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 024, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 025, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 026, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 027, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 028, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 029, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 030, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 031, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
⛺ 032, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 033, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 034, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 035, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 036, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 037, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 038, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 039, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 040, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 041, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 042, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 043, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 044, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 045, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 046, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 047, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews (201)

What Guests Are Saying

Wild Plum Campground is a beloved destination for many, offering spacious and well-maintained sites next to a peaceful creek, which enhances the camping experience with serene natural sounds. While some guests noted issues with camp host interactions and the proximity of sites, the overall atmosphere is family-friendly, with clean facilities and excellent hiking opportunities nearby. Despite minor concerns about water availability and site closeness, the campground remains a favorite for its beauty, tranquility, and helpful hosts.

Review Summary

4.2
201 reviews
5
56.7%
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4
22.9%
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3
8.0%
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2
8.0%
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1
4.5%
9

Tracy M

Verified

August 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

This is a lovely campground with amazing location near Sierra Buttes and Sardine Lakes and Salmon lakes. Lots of nearby recreation. The camp host, Carrie, was super helpful and really made this a great experience for me. Very clean restrooms and facilities, and they had the bee/yellow jacket traps at every site so minimal bees. Highly recommended!

Keith B

Verified

August 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

WOW! What a score! Camped in the area before, chose Wild Plum based on what was available in the area. Sites can be close together, we lucked out and didn't have any neighbors in the site that was the closest. It's a beautiful campground and very clean. The Camp Host, Carrie was absolutely wonderful and helpful, she greets each arriving group, shares some local info, general pleasantries, and then she and Maggie May go about their day. The bathrooms were clean and actually didn't smell too bad, (thx Carrie). Overall a great experience, I understand why people come back to this campground. My wife and will definitely be back.

Rosa L

Verified

August 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

It's so wonderful with the good luck and temptation to book the camp sites one week before and got it next to the river. National forest is really up to its standard. Creek, swimming holes, lakes, and amazing night skies. Vaulted toilets only and we happened to bring a water bucket which was super useful. The only thing is that the sign was unclear or no sign for hiking, Maybe that's why it is a gem and so peaceful. Will come back for sure soon.

Kamala M

Verified

August 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

What a gem!!! Wish we could have stayed longer. We were right on the creek, site #1. Absolutely loved our site, but it is right at the entry so in no way secluded. In fact people tended to swim at our site... which we had mixed feelings about as there are many locations in which to access the creek. PCT is accessible right from the camp grounds and we loved our hike to Love Falls. Wear your swim suit! Bathrooms are cleaned every day and actually smell nice! Lovely host. Lots of trees and not terribly cold at night. Very spacious sites, though there may be some that are small. Really loved this campground! Great proximity to lots of stunning hiking and lakes.

Hannah C

Verified

August 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

We have been going to Wild Plum since 1983 & I hope to continue for another 20 years. I felt like we’d won the lottery when the campground opened the week before our scheduled reservation. This year’s campground host was the best EVER. Caree (Carey?) was by far the hardest working, most gracious, friendliest host in the time we’ve been going to Wild Plum/Sierra City. She was extremely adroit at dealing with noise after 10:00 PM, shutting down kids trying to party ( yes, even in COVID Times), talked to all of the campers about potential wildlife issues. She was fabulous. We hope to see her next year.

Minako M

Verified

August 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

The campsite attendant (or the park ranger) was at hand to navigate the campers (in coming, on site and outgoing.) She was very helpful in every aspect of the operation.

Dean B

Verified

February 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

A pretty campground tucked in a canyon with a pleasant river running by. Facilities are in very good shape. The PCT is not far away and there are day hikes and other activities everywhere. A beautiful area overall.

Watani F

Verified

January 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

love this very well maintained campground. creek runs right next to it and hiking trails just steps away. my favorites are #38 and #40. they both are spacious for 4 person tents and parking.

DWAYNE V

Verified

January 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

5

A beautiful setting that afforded some quality relaxation.

Dave T

Verified

January 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WILD PLUM

4

Beautiful campground with hiking and fishing. We’ve camped here four times over the years.
This year the water district was having problems and the water turned orange. While it effected the water at the campground it wasn’t the campgrounds fault.
Overall one of our favorite spots.

Location & Directions for Wild Plum

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

Elevation: 1,339 ft

Getting There

<p>From Sierra City travel north (east) on Highway 49 for about a half a mile, turn right onto Wild Plum Rd and continue for another 1.5 mi. You will arrive at Wild Plum Campground after crossing the Haypress Creek bridge.</p>

<p>Fromk Sierravill...

Nearest town

Nevada City, CA - 56 mi

About over 1 hr (85 min) to downtown

Highway access

Wild Plum Campground is accessible via Highway 49, which runs north-south in the area. The campground is located approximately half a mile from Sierra City and 21 miles from Sierraville along Highway 49.

Policies & Rules

General

  • In accordance with standard industry practices, we will be assessing a $5 additional vehicle fee on the 'second vehicle' in each single family campsite, and on the 'third and fourth vehicle' in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.
  • Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
  • Utility hookups and showers are not available
  • Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest
  • Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Yuba River Ranger District (530) 288-3231(voice), (530) 288-3656 (TDD).
  • 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.
  • No Show Policy A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date (or for day-use facilities, by check-in time the day of arrival).&nbsp; * No-show customers are only recorded at staffed facilities. At most remote facilities, all customers are noted as automatically checked-in on the date of arrival. * It is recommended that staffed facilities hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. * It is recommended that staffed facilities hold group day-use facilities until check-in time on the arrival date. There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation if the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit some or all of the recreation fees.&nbsp; There is no change fee if the customer changes campsites that are the same price and on the same reservation dates in the same campground. If the campsite the customer is changing to has a price difference, the customer will be responsible for any additional fees or be provided with a refund, based on the price difference.&nbsp; Where recorded, no-show customers are assessed a $20.00 no-show fee and forfeit the first night's recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use recreation fee for a day-use facility. We recommend customers contact the facility if they are en route to their reservation but cannot make it by the check-in date. In these cases, no refund will be issued, but the facility can ensure that a "no-show" fee is not assessed.

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