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Nevada City, CA · 62.3 mi from Dayton
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...
Camptonville, CA · 62.5 mi from Dayton
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...
Nevada City, CA · 62.6 mi from Dayton
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...
Blairsden, CA · 63.5 mi from Dayton
4.6 (15 reviews)
Crocker Guard Station, established in 1912 as a residence for Forest Service staff and later a fire station until the 1980s, is situated ten miles northeast of Portola, California, at 5.7 ft elevation. Visitors can enjoy the serene beauty of the E...
Foresthill, CA · 64.2 mi from Dayton
4.0 (19 reviews)
Forbes Creek Group Campground is situated near Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest. It offers activities like fishing, canoeing, and hiking. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.
Blairsden, CA · 64.3 mi from Dayton
4.4 (77 reviews)
Lakes Basin Campground, located at 6.4 ft, is set in the remnants of the former Lakes Center Lodge from 1912. Visitors can see some remaining stonework, including steps to Gray Eagle Creek. The campground provides access to various trailheads and ...
Foresthill, CA · 64.4 mi from Dayton
4.3 (143 reviews)
Shirttail Campground is situated on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 15 mi from Foresthill. It offers activities such as fishing, boating, OHV riding, and hiking. The campground is operated and maintained by the Ta...
Nevada City, CA · 64.5 mi from Dayton
4.1 (52 reviews)
Skillman Campground offers spacious individual sites suitable for trucks with trailers, some equipped with horse pens and water troughs. It is situated in the Tahoe National Forest near Nevada City and three historic mining towns.
Foresthill, CA · 64.7 mi from Dayton
4.1 (199 reviews)
Giant Gap Campground is situated on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 15 mi from Foresthill. It offers various outdoor activities, including fishing, canoeing, OHV riding, and hiking. Visitors appreciate the scenic ...
Georgetown, CA · 65 mi from Dayton
Blairsden, CA · 65.1 mi from Dayton
4.4 (160 reviews)
Grizzly Campground, situated at 5.8 ft in the Lake Davis Recreation Area, offers a family-friendly camping experience. The area features classic lake fishing with multiple boat launching facilities and fishing access points. Water skiing and jet s...
Pollock Pines, CA · 65.1 mi from Dayton
4.2 (46 reviews)
The Sly Guard Cabin offers a family-friendly cabin experience in the Eldorado National Forest, blending rustic charm with modern amenities. It is conveniently located near Sly Park Reservoir, Apple Hill, wineries, hiking trails, and historic towns...
Blairsden, CA · 65.4 mi from Dayton
4.4 (267 reviews)
Grasshopper Flat Campground, situated at 5.9 ft in the Lake Davis Recreation Area, offers family-friendly camping with scenic views of the lake. The campground features shaded sites surrounded by pine forests, a nearby boat ramp, and an RV dump st...
Nevada City, CA · 65.8 mi from Dayton
2.9 (55 reviews)
Union Flat Campground is situated by the North Yuba River near Highway 49. It offers diverse recreational activities such as hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing, and gold panning.
Pioneer, CA · 66.8 mi from Dayton
5.0 (6 reviews)
Cook's Station Campground, established in 1863, is located at an elevation of 5 ft along Historic State Highway 88 in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, 60 mi from South Lake Tahoe. It offers 16 spots with hookups and 10 dry camping options, combining r...
Camptonville, CA · 67.5 mi from Dayton
3.9 (163 reviews)
White Cloud Campground is situated near Hwy 20 in a wooded area, six miles from Scotts Flat Reservoir. It features access to the Pioneer Trail for hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. The campground accommodates both RV and tent camping, but ...
Camino, CA · 67.7 mi from Dayton
4.8 (5 reviews)
Blairsden, CA · 68.3 mi from Dayton
4.4 (64 reviews)
Lightning Tree Campground, situated at 5.8 ft in the Lake Davis Recreation Area, is a family-friendly destination with access to a lake formed in 1967 for water supply, fishing, and recreation. The campground offers a hub for family fun, featuring...
Bridgeport, CA · 69 mi from Dayton
4.4 (5 reviews)
Georgetown, CA · 69.8 mi from Dayton
Population: 15,781
Nearby city: Sparks, NV
Approx. 23 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 4,377 ft
Set between the Carson River corridor and the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Dayton, Nevada makes a comfortable base for camping in western Nevada. Campgrounds and RV parks near Dayton put you close to open BLM country, the Virginia Range and Pine Nut Mountains, with easy day trips toward Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley trailheads. You’ll find a mix of tent sites, RV camping, simple cabins, and glamping-style stays to match different trip styles.
Browse 109 outdoor stays near Dayton with nightly rates from $20 to $250 and an average around $57. Most options operate spring through fall, with limited winter availability, so book ahead for summer and holiday weekends. If you’re road-tripping, this is a convenient stop for RV sites and tent camping near the Sierra foothills, while cabin and glamping stays add comfort after exploring nearby public lands and the Carson River corridor.
Dayton has 120 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Cook's Station Campground is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Dayton vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Dayton welcome pets. Crocker Guard Station is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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