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South Yuba River SP

Englebright Lake is nestled in the steep Yuba River canyon, of the Sierra
Nevada foothills. This location offers a unique boat-in camping experience,
several species of sport fish, abundant wildlife, and year round water-based
recreational activities for enthusiasts and families alike. Located between
Grass Valley and Yuba City off State Route 20.

Englebright Lake is nestled in the steep Yuba River canyon, of the Sierra Nevada foothills. This location offers a unique boat-in camping experience, several species of sport fish, abundant wildlife, and year round water-based recreational activities for enthusiasts and families alike. Located between Grass Valley and Yuba City off State Route 20.

## Overview

Englebright Lake is nestled in the steep Yuba River canyon, of the Sierra
Nevada foothills. This location offers a unique boat-in camping experience,
several species of sport fish, abundant wildlife, and year round water-based
recreational activities for enthusiasts and families alike. Located between
Grass Valley and Yuba City off State Route 20.

## Recreation

Englebright Lake is a destination fishery, providing anglers with a variety of
options including small and large mouth bass, trout and Kokanee salmon. The
boat-in campground has 51 sites that include a fire ring, lantern hanger,
picnic table and tent pad.

## Facilities

Campsites are accessed by boat only. Sites are remote with no hookups. Vault
toilets are available within walking distance. Be sure to pack potable water
with you before heading to your campsite. Some of the campsites are located in
open, grassy areas while others are tucked into wooded areas. A marina
convenience store is located on the lake and accessible by land or water.

## Natural Features

Englebright Lake is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, within a steep
canyon with notable waterfalls and abundant wildlife. A mix of agricultural
land and thick forest surround the lake and campgrounds.

## Nearby Attractions

Narrows Day Use Area, Joe Miller Recreation Area, Bridgeport State Park and
New Bullards Bar Reservoir are nearby.

## Charges & Cancellations

As per Recreation.gov policy.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Englebright Lake is nestled in the steep Yuba River canyon, of the Sierra Nevada foothills. This location offers a unique boat-in camping experience, several species of sport fish, abundant wildlife, and year round water-based recreational activities for enthusiasts and families alike. Located between Grass Valley and Yuba City off State Route 20.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Englebright Lake is a destination fishery, providing anglers with a variety of options including small and large mouth bass, trout and Kokanee salmon. The boat-in campground has 51 sites that include a fire ring, lantern hanger, picnic table and tent pad. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Campsites are accessed by boat only. Sites are remote with no hookups. Vault toilets are available within walking distance. Be sure to pack potable water with you before heading to your campsite. Some of the campsites are located in open, grassy areas while others are tucked into wooded areas. A marina convenience store is located on the lake and accessible by land or water.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Englebright Lake is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, within a steep canyon with notable waterfalls and abundant wildlife. A mix of agricultural land and thick forest surround the lake and campgrounds. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Narrows Day Use Area, Joe Miller Recreation Area, Bridgeport State Park and New Bullards Bar Reservoir are nearby.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>As per Recreation.gov policy. </p>

Payment will be made through Recreation.gov

Each campsite features a picnic table, lantern hook and fire ring.

Campsite features

Skippers Cove Marina

Englebright Lake

Ski Boat

Englebright Lake Boat-In Campground

Harry L. Englebright Lake

Empire Mine SHP

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE
RESPONSIBLY.

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### Overview

The South Yuba Recreation Area and National Trail is located approximately 10
miles northeast of Nevada City, California. The Recreation Area is
administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM); U.S. Forest Service
(USFS); and California Department of Parks and Recreation (State Parks/DPR).
This 15 mile trail is open to hiking, horseback riding, trail running and
mountain biking. The trail is closed to motorized vehicles. The South Yuba
Recreation Area and Trail is open year-round.

**The South Yuba Campground will close for the season on October 15th, 2026.**

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### Facilities at South Yuba Campground:

  * Includes sixteen (16) campsites for tents.
  * Six (6) sites will accommodate small trailers/RV's.
  * Fifteen (15) sites are ADA Accessible.
  * RV maximum length is 22 feet. Trailer maximum length is 16 feet.
  * All sites with tables, fire rings, pit toilets and trashcans.
  * Bear proof lockers for food storage ONLY at each campsite.
  * The South Yuba River is approximately one mile from the campground.

### Campground Fees and Limitations:

  * _**Campsites are first come first serve!**_
  * There is no reservation system available.
  * Must pay within 30 minutes of occupying site. Self-pay stations are available. More information below.
  * Campsite Fee: **$15.00 per night, per site**
    *  _Interagency Senior or Access Pass Campsite Fee: $7.50 per night, per site_
  * Accepted Forms of Payment: **U.S. Currency or Check**
  * Check-out: 12 PM
  * Eight people maximum per site. Two cars maximum per site.
  * Fourteen (14) day camp limit within a 90 day period.
  * Season of Use - April thru October 15th (depending on weather & maintenance)

### Additional Camping Information:

  * **Self-pay Iron Ranger fee system.** Please use the BLM provided envelopes with the pay-stub properly completed and attached to your campsite post. A campsite is rented ONLY once it has been paid in full w/pay-stub posted and the site is occupied by campers.
  * **Dispersed Camping** is allowed along the South Yuba Trail outside of "high use" areas. You may park in the Day-Use parking area near the South Yuba Campground for a 72 hour period. Campfires are NOT allowed in dispersed camping areas year-round. Cook stoves are allowed with a valid California Campfire Permit. Bear proof lockers or trashcans are NOT available in dispersed camping areas. Please BE BEAR AWARE.
  * **Dogs are allowed** at the South Yuba Recreation Area. Please keep your **dog on a leash** when in the South Yuba Campground. And for you and the dog's safety, we advise using a leash while hiking the South Yuba Trail. Please pick up after your dog. Thank you.

Return To: BLM, Mother Lode Field Office

<p>Remember your <a href="https://www.blm.gov/learn/outdoorethics" rel="nofollow">OUTDOOR ETHICS</a> when enjoying your public lands. Please<a href="https://www.recreateresponsibly.org" rel="nofollow"> RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.</a></p><hr><h3>Overview</h3><p>The South Yuba Recreation Area and National Trail is located approximately 10 miles northeast of Nevada City, California. The Recreation Area is administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM); U.S. Forest Service (USFS); and California Department of Parks and Recreation (State Parks/DPR). This 15 mile trail is open to hiking, horseback riding, trail running and mountain biking. The trail is closed to motorized vehicles.  The South Yuba Recreation Area and Trail is open year-round. </p><p><strong>The South Yuba Campground will close for the season on October 15th, 2026.</strong></p><hr><h3>Facilities at South Yuba Campground:</h3><ul><li>Includes sixteen (16) campsites for tents.</li><li>Six (6) sites will accommodate small trailers/RV's.</li><li>Fifteen (15) sites are ADA Accessible.</li><li>RV maximum length is 22 feet. Trailer maximum length is 16 feet.</li><li>All sites with tables, fire rings, pit toilets and trashcans.</li><li>Bear proof lockers for food storage ONLY at each campsite.</li><li>The South Yuba River is approximately one mile from the campground.</li></ul><h3>Campground Fees and Limitations:</h3><ul><li><em><strong>Campsites are first come first serve!</strong></em></li><li>There is no reservation system available.</li><li>Must pay within 30 minutes of occupying site. Self-pay stations are available. More information below.</li><li>Campsite Fee: <strong>$15.00 per night, per site</strong><ul><li><em>Interagency Senior or Access Pass Campsite Fee: $7.50 per night, per site</em></li></ul></li><li>Accepted Forms of Payment: <strong>U.S. Currency or Check</strong></li><li>Check-out: 12 PM</li><li>Eight people maximum per site. Two cars maximum per site.</li><li>Fourteen (14) day camp limit within a 90 day period.</li><li>Season of Use - April thru October 15th (depending on weather & maintenance)</li></ul><h3>Additional Camping Information:</h3><ul><li><strong>Self-pay Iron Ranger fee system.</strong> Please use the BLM provided envelopes with the pay-stub properly completed and attached to your campsite post. A campsite is rented ONLY once it has been paid in full w/pay-stub posted and the site is occupied by campers.</li><li><strong>Dispersed Camping</strong> is allowed along the South Yuba Trail outside of "high use" areas. You may park in the Day-Use parking area near the South Yuba Campground for a 72 hour period. Campfires are NOT allowed in dispersed camping areas year-round.  Cook stoves are allowed with a valid <a href="https://permit.preventwildfiresca.org/" rel="nofollow">California Campfire Permit</a>.  Bear proof lockers or trashcans are NOT available in dispersed camping areas. Please <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/bears" rel="nofollow">BE BEAR AWARE.</a></li><li><strong>Dogs are allowed</strong> at the South Yuba Recreation Area. Please keep your <strong>dog on a leash</strong> when in the South Yuba Campground. And for you and the dog's safety, we advise using a leash while hiking the South Yuba Trail.  Please pick up after your dog. Thank you.</li></ul><p>Return To: <a href="https://www.blm.gov/office/mother-lode-field-office" rel="nofollow">BLM, Mother Lode Field Office</a></p>

South Yuba River SP

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