Chapman

Tahoe National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Nevada City, CA, CA

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 2.9 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (530) 265-4531.The campground offers several single-family campsites.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/chapman to be notified when sites open up.

Chapman Creek Campground offers access to diverse recreational activities including hiking, fishing, and mountain biking near the North Yuba River and Pacific Crest Trail. The 2-mile Chapman Creek Trail trailhead is located within the campground.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and Gray Wolf present in the area. Also common: American Mink, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Long-eared Chipmunk, White-headed Woodpecker, Evening Grosbeak, American Dipper, Common Sagebrush Lizard, and Sierra Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Chapman: Book early - this is a federal campground with high demand Chapman Creek Trail trailhead is directly at the campground for easy access Bring your own water system if staying extended - vault toilets only, no hookups

Skip Chapman if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites. You want to camp outside May-October - seasonal operations only. You prefer developed facilities - vault toilets and basic amenities only.

Best time to visit Chapman: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Sierra (Nevada City, CA), Yuba Pass Campground (Nevada City, CA), Salmon Creek (Nevada City, CA), Sardine Lake (Nevada City, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Chapman

Cell signal at Chapman (Nevada City, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Nevada City, CA, CA★ 2.9 (12 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (530) 265-4531.The campground offers several single-family campsites.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites✕ You want to camp outside May-October - seasonal operations only✕ You prefer developed facilities - vault toilets and basic amenities only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early - this is a federal campground with high demand

Chapman Creek Trail trailhead is directly at the campground for easy access

Bring your own water system if staying extended - vault toilets only, no hookups

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear and Gray Wolf present in the area. Also common: American Mink, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Long-eared Chipmunk, White-headed Woodpecker, Evening Grosbeak, American Dipper, Common Sagebrush Lizard, and Sierra Garter Snake.

Location

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Getting there →

From Sierra City, take Highway 49 north 8 miles. The campground is on the left side of the highway. From Sierraville, take Highway 49 south 14.8 miles. The campground is on the right side of the highway.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tahoe National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Tahoe National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Chapman cost per night?+
Chapman costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Chapman open?+
Chapman is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Chapman have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Chapman?+
Chapman can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Chapman?+
Chapman is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Chapman?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Chapman is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Chapman open, and what are check-in times?+
Chapman is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$24 /night★ 2.9 (12)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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