Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Penn Valley, California, United States

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Top Campgrounds near Penn Valley

168 campgrounds 2,683 available sites
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Middle Meadows

Georgetown, CA · 39.7 mi from Penn Valley

4.0 (2 reviews)

Middle Meadows Campground is a serene getaway, distanced from urban noise. It features various recreational activities and is surrounded by stunning scenery ideal for sightseeing, birding, and wildlife viewing.

  • RV sites: 2
  • Tent sites: 2
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
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Wild Plum

Nevada City, CA · 40 mi from Penn Valley

4.2 (201 reviews)

Wild Plum Campground is situated on Haypress Creek in the North Yuba River area, offering various recreational activities like hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.

  • RV sites: 20
  • Tent sites: 44
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
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East Meadow Campground

Sierraville, CA · 40.4 mi from Penn Valley

3.9 (141 reviews)

East Meadow Campground is situated by the beautiful Jackson Meadow Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest. It serves as an excellent base for various recreational activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The campground is mana...

  • RV sites: 42
  • Tent sites: 43
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Pass Creek Campground

Sierraville, CA · 40.5 mi from Penn Valley

4.1 (130 reviews)

Pass Creek Campground is situated by Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, serving as an excellent base for various recreational activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The campground is operated and maintained by the T...

  • RV sites: 29
  • Tent sites: 29
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Little Lasier Meadows Campground

Sierraville, CA · 40.9 mi from Penn Valley

4.0 (34 reviews)

Little Lasier Meadows Campground is a horse camp located near Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, about 32 mi north of Truckee. It serves as a base for various recreational activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and horseback rid...

  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Equestrian-Friendly
  • Horse Stable
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Packsaddle

Nevada City, CA · 40.9 mi from Penn Valley

3.5 (99 reviews)

Packsaddle Campground, situated near the Sierra Buttes and north of the Yuba River, offers diverse recreational activities such as hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, canoeing, and gold panning. The campground is managed by the Tahoe Natio...

  • RV sites: 14
  • Tent sites: 14
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
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French Meadows

Foresthill, CA · 41 mi from Penn Valley

4.3 (312 reviews)

French Meadows Campground, situated by French Meadows Reservoir and 40 mi from Foresthill, offers fishing, boating, and hiking trails. It is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. The area attracts visitors for its recreational acti...

  • RV sites: 60
  • Tent sites: 60
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ

Madrone Tree Hill

Camino, CA · 41.1 mi from Penn Valley

4.8 (5 reviews)

  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
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Lewis

Foresthill, CA · 41.2 mi from Penn Valley

4.4 (110 reviews)

Lewis Campground is situated on French Meadows Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 40 mi east of Foresthill. It offers visitors activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking trails. The campground is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.

  • RV sites: 33
  • Tent sites: 33
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
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Berger

Camptonville, CA · 41.2 mi from Penn Valley

4.1 (31 reviews)

Berger Campground is situated in the Packer Lake area near Packer Creek and the Sierra Buttes, north of the Yuba River. It offers diverse recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and canoeing. The campground is managed by Forest Service st...

  • RV sites: 3
  • Tent sites: 8
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Equestrian-Friendly
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Coyote Group

Foresthill, CA · 41.5 mi from Penn Valley

4.3 (11 reviews)

Coyote Group Campground is situated on the northeast side of French Meadows Reservoir, about 40 mi from Foresthill. It offers fishing, boating, and trail opportunities in a remote setting. The campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe Nat...

  • RV sites: 4
  • Tent sites: 4
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
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Gates Group

Foresthill, CA · 41.5 mi from Penn Valley

4.3 (12 reviews)

Gates Group Campground is situated on the North Fork American River, near the French Meadows Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 40 mi from Foresthill. It offers visitors activities such as fishing, boating, and various trails. The location is ide...

  • RV sites: 2
  • Tent sites: 2
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
Closed for Season

Ahart Campground

Foresthill, CA · 41.6 mi from Penn Valley

4.1 (42 reviews)

Ahart Campground is situated on the scenic banks of the North Fork of the American River, near French Meadows Reservoir in the Sierra mountains. It offers visitors activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking amidst stunning mountain landscapes...

  • Tent sites: 6
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
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Diablo

Nevada City, CA · 41.7 mi from Penn Valley

4.1 (81 reviews)

Diablo Campground is situated in the Packer Lake area near the Sierra Buttes in northern California, adjacent to Packer Creek and north of the Yuba River. It offers a range of recreational activities such as hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and c...

  • RV sites: 10
  • Tent sites: 17
  • Restrooms
  • Lake Access
  • Campfire Ring
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Sardine Lake

Nevada City, CA · 41.9 mi from Penn Valley

4.1 (237 reviews)

Sardine Lake Campground is situated in the North Yuba River area near Sardine Lakes, offering diverse recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and canoeing. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest. Visitors can also enjoy hu...

  • RV sites: 24
  • Tent sites: 24
  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Campfire Ring

Explore Penn Valley, CA

Population: 1,678

Nearby city: Lincoln, CA

Approx. 22 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,401 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall

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Explore Penn Valley, CA

Population: 1,678

Nearby city: Lincoln, CA

Approx. 22 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,401 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall

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