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Chapman Creek Campground

Campground · National forest in Sierra County, California. Run by USFS Tahoe National Forest.

25Campsites
5.9 miTo Packer Lake
45 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUSFS Tahoe National Forest
AgencyUSDA Forest Service (Tahoe National Forest)
Campsites25
Site types16 standard, no electric, 4 tent only no electric, 4 rv no electric, 1 walk to
Longest RV/trailer site45 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(530) 478-6253
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Chapman Creek Campground

Chapman Creek Campground is located next to Chapman Creek, near the North Yuba River. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing, This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation A large network of hiking trails is available in the area, including the nearby Pacific Crest Trail. The trailhead for the 2-mile long Chapman Creek Trail is located within the campground. Boating, fishing and swimming opportunites are available at nearby Sardine Lakes, about five miles from the campground.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Location & directions

Chapman Creek Campground is in Sierra County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.