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Cal-Ida Campground in California
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Cal-Ida Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Cal-Ida Campground is a campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with 10 campsites. Cal-Ida Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Cal-Ida Campground is located at 39.5200ยฐ N, 120.9967ยฐ W.
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Cal-Ida Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 4 (10 sites)Oct 5 (10 sites)Oct 6 (10 sites)

10 sites open on Oct 4 at Cal-Ida Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 12:38 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Cal-Ida Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Cal-Ida Campground

  • Standard 5
  • Tent 4
  • RV 1

What an RV fits

  • 18 ft1 site
  • 28 ft1 site
  • 30 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking.

All sites at Cal-Ida Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA CAL-IDA loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
002Tent6-
003RV630 ft
004Tent6-
005Tent6-
006Tent6-
007Standard6-
008Standard6-
009Standard618 ft
010Standard6-
012Standard628 ft

About Cal-Ida Campground

Overview

Cal-Ida Campground is located on Highway 49, across the road from the North Yuba River and 13 miles from Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, fishing, biking and enjoying the cool waters of the North Yuba River. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

The North Yuba River offers swimming, wading and rainbow trout fishing. Seasonal rafting, and kayaking are popular water activities. A network of trails is located within the surrounding area including the nearby North Yuba River Trail.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family campsites, some of which are designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Natural Features

The campground lies across the highway from the North Yuba River. Oak, maple and locust trees are scattered throughout the campground, offering some shade.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (530) 265-4531.

Charges & Cancellations

No Show Policy

A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date (or for day-use facilities, by check-in time the day of arrival).

* No-show customers are only recorded at staffed facilities. At most remote facilities, all customers are noted as automatically checked-in on the date of arrival.

* It is recommended that staffed facilities hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.

* It is recommended that staffed facilities hold group day-use facilities until check-in time on the arrival date.

There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation if the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit some or all of the recreation fees.

There is no change fee if the customer changes campsites that are the same price and on the same reservation dates in the same campground. If the campsite the customer is changing to has a price difference, the customer will be responsible for any additional fees or be provided with a refund, based on the price difference.

Where recorded, no-show customers are assessed a $20.00 no-show fee and forfeit the first night's recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use recreation fee for a day-use facility. We recommend customers contact the facility if they are en route to their reservation but cannot make it by the check-in date. In these cases, no refund will be issued, but the facility can ensure that a "no-show" fee is not assessed.

Rules and notices at Cal-Ida Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cal-Ida Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers

Utility hookups and showers are not available

Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Yuba River Ranger District (530) 288-3231(voice) or, (530) 288-3656 (TDD).

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

One vehicle (or two motorcycles) included with reservation. Additional vehicle fee cost is $5/each per night for all untowed vehicles. Please pay extra vehicle fee at the self-serve fee tube located near campground entrance.

No Show Policy

A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date (or for day-use facilities, by check-in time the day of arrival).

* No-show customers are only recorded at staffed facilities. At most remote facilities, all customers are noted as automatically checked-in on the date of arrival.

* It is recommended that staffed facilities hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.

* It is recommended that staffed facilities hold group day-use facilities until check-in time on the arrival date.

There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation if the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit some or all of the recreation fees.

There is no change fee if the customer changes campsites that are the same price and on the same reservation dates in the same campground. If the campsite the customer is changing to has a price difference, the customer will be responsible for any additional fees or be provided with a refund, based on the price difference.

Where recorded, no-show customers are assessed a $20.00 no-show fee and forfeit the first night's recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use recreation fee for a day-use facility. We recommend customers contact the facility if they are en route to their reservation but cannot make it by the check-in date. In these cases, no refund will be issued, but the facility can ensure that a "no-show" fee is not assessed.

Second vehicle will need to park in OHV overflow parking area.

Cal-Ida Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cal-Ida Campground?

Cal-Ida Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cal-Ida Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cal-Ida Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cal-Ida Campground have?

Cal-Ida Campground has 10 campsites.

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