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Indian Springs Campground

Campground · National forest in Nevada County, California. Run by USFS.

34Campsites
1.9 miTo Lake Valley Reservoir
35 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUSFS
AgencyUSDA Forest Service (Tahoe National Forest)
Campsites34
Site types27 standard, no electric, 7 walk to
Longest RV/trailer site35 ft
RVs welcomeYes
ToiletsYes
Drinking waterYes
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(530) 478-6253
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tahoe/recarea/?recid=55506
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Indian Springs Campground

Indian Springs Campground is located in the Tahoe National Forest along Interstate 80 the South Yuba River. It is about three miles west of Big Bend and 23 miles west of Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its swimming, fishing, and trail opportunities, as well as its historic significance along the California Emigrant Trail. Recreation The South Yuba River offers rainbow trout fishing and a popular swimming hole is located alongside the campground in the South Yuba River. The Indian Springs OHV Staging Area is adjacent to the campground and offers access to many OHV trails including the popular Fordyce 4x4 jeep trail.

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

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Indian Springs Campground is in Nevada 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.