Garden Point Boat-in Campground campground
Camptonville, California

Garden Point Boat-in Campground

Mostly first-come
16 campsites
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16

Total Campsites

Campground

Reservable Sites

Mostly first-come

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About Garden Point Boat-in Campground

Overview Bullards Bar Reservoir is located on the North Yuba River at an elevation of 2000 feet. It is located approximately 21 miles north of Nevada City, California. It has a maximum surface area of 4,760 acres and a length of over 16 miles and shoreline of more than 60 miles. Recreation This is a boat-in campground. You can not drive to this campground. You must launch a boat a Dark Day boat launch and boat to the campground. Activities include wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, boating, water skiing, and other water sports. Swimming opportunities are limited because of the steep slopes; however boaters will find numerous opportunities for swimming in various locations around the reservoir. The reservoir provides yearlong fishing opportunities for both warm and cold water fish species. Supplies are available at the marina as well as the nearby communities of Camptonville, North San Juan, and Dobbins. Facilities This is a boat-in campground. You can not drive to this campground. You must launch a boat a Dark Day boat launch and boat to the campground. Activities include wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, boating, water skiing, and other water sports. Swimming opportunities are limited because of the steep slopes; however boaters will find numerous opportunities for swimming in various locations around the reservoir. The reservoir provides yearlong fishing opportunities for both warm and cold water fish species. Supplies are available at the marina as well as the nearby communities of Camptonville, North San Juan, and Dobbins. Natural Features This is a boat-in campground. You can not drive to this campground. You must launch a boat a Dark Day boat launch and boat to the campground. The sides of the reservoir are generally steep and public access for boating and recreation is limited. The reservoir is surrounded by both conifer and hardwood forests with numerous brush species. There is plenty of shade at the campsites Nearby Attractions There is a beautiful non- motorized trail system in the area, with 5 different trails to choose from. Bullards Bar Trailhead is 14 miles, 7 Ball Trial is 1 mile, 8 Ball Trail is 3.8 miles, Rebel Ridge Trail is 1.6 miles and Schoolhouse Trail is 0.7 miles. Maps are available at the North Yuba Ranger Station just a couple miles east of the reservoir on Marysville Road. contact_info For facility specific 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.

  • 16 total campsites listed.
  • Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
  • Most common site type: unknown (16).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Our Take

What makes Garden Point Boat-in Campground special

Garden Point is the kind of campground that makes you feel like you have earned something. Accessible only by boat from the Dark Day launch ramp, these 16 lakeside sites on Bullards Bar Reservoir deliver a backcountry experience without requiring a multi-day backpacking trip. You load your gear into your boat, motor or paddle across the reservoir, and set up camp on a quiet shoreline where the only sounds are lapping water and the occasional osprey call overhead. The fishing is excellent right from your campsite, and the swimming is as good as it gets in the Sierra foothills. Mid-June through September offers the best conditions, with warm water temperatures and long daylight hours. Plan carefully — you need to bring everything including water, and there are no services once you leave the launch. A calm morning crossing is easiest for canoes and kayaks. Garden Point is made for adventurous families, fishing groups, and paddlers who want remote lakeside camping without a wilderness permit.

Campsite Inventory

16 sites to choose from

Unknown

16total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

CELL PHONE SERVICE

Cell Phone Service

Campfire Allowed

Yes

Site capacity

Double, Single

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Fire Pit

Fire Pit

Max guests

12, 6

Minimum guests

Yes

PICNIC TABLES

Picnic Tables

Pets allowed

Yes

Shade

Yes

Site Access

Boat In

Site length (ft)

18, 20, 30, 33

Site width (ft)

12, 14, 18, 20

Tent Pad Length

10x10, 8x8, 10x10, 8x8, 6x6, 12x9, 8x8, 15x15, 10x10

Tent Pad Width

15x15, 15x15, 8x8, 8x8

VAULT TOILETS

Vault Toilets

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mostly first-come

Phone

530-478-6253

Email

n/a

Getting There

This is a boat-in campground. You can not drive to this campground. You must launch a boat a Dark Day boat launch and boat to the campground. From Nevada City, California, travel approximatley 20 miles north on Highway 49 to Marysville Road. Turn left onto Marysville Road and travel approximatley 3 miles to the Dark Day Boat Launch ramp and launch from the ramp. Or travel approximatley 7 miles to Emerald Cove Marina and launch from the launch and ramp there.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know before your trip to Garden Point Boat-in Campground.

How do reservations work for Garden Point Boat-in Campground?

Reservation availability for Garden Point Boat-in Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at Garden Point Boat-in Campground?

Garden Point Boat-in Campground currently lists Unknown (16).

Where is Garden Point Boat-in Campground located?

Garden Point Boat-in Campground is in California near Camptonville. Coordinates: 39.4333, -121.1242.

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