White Cloud

Campground · California · 44 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Tahoe National Forest (NF) · Open Access

44
Bookable sites
40 ft
Max rig length
up to 12
People per site
4,377 ft
Elevation
Pioneer Trail
Photo: CReed · Recreation.gov

Overview

White Cloud Campground is located right off of Hwy 20 in a nice wooded area. Scotts Flat Resevoir is 6 miles from White Cloud Campsite. Adjacent to the campground is Pioneer Trail used by hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Campground is available for both RV and tent camping (however, there are NO RV hookups or amenities, size restrictions on RV may apply).

Recreation

The Pioneer Trail stretches 25 miles through the Tahoe National Forest and can be accessed from the campground. The popular path was designated a National Recreation Trail in 2003. Horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and cross-country skiing are favorite activities on this popular trail.

Facilities

The campground offers several single-family sites, a few of which are designated for tent camping only as well as one double site. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Drinking water is provided.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a forest of cedar, pine, and Douglas fir trees, at an elevation of 4,200 feet.

Nearby Attractions

White Cloud Campground is located on the Highway 20 portion of the Yuba Donner Scenic Byway near many gold rush era historical sites and old mining towns such as Washington and Nevada City. Nevada City, about 14 miles west, is a scenic historical mining town with many historical attractions, top notch restaraunts, various lodging options, shopping, and stores for everything you may need. Other attractions include the Pioneer Trail, South Yuba River, Washintong Scenic Overlook, Alpha and Omega Scenic Overlook and Interpretive Trail, Rock Creek Nature Trail, Chalk Bluff OHV trails, and Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized Area.

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.

The facts

  • Season: May 23 – October 15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
  • 44 bookable sites
  • 45 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 40 ft
  • Up to 12 people per site
  • Loops: 1, 2

Site types

  • 36 Standard Nonelectric
  • 8 Tent Only Nonelectric
  • 1 Management

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

45 campsites at White Cloud

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeMax rigPeople
0011Tent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—30 ft6 🐾
0021Tent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
0031Tent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
0041Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlight35 ft6 🐾
0051Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlight30 ft6 🐾
0061Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlight35 ft6 🐾
0071Standard NonelectricBack InPaved—25 ft6 🐾
0081Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlight25 ft6 🐾
0091Standard NonelectricBack InPaved—30 ft6 🐾
0101Standard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
0111Standard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
0121Standard NonelectricBack InPaved—30 ft6 🐾
0131Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight35 ft6 🐾
0141Standard NonelectricBack InPaved—30 ft6 🐾
0161Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—35 ft6 🐾
0181Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—35 ft6 🐾
0191Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—40 ft6 🐾
15A&15B Double Site1Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—25 ft12 🐾
0202Tent Only NonelectricBack InGravelSlight35 ft6 🐾
0212Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
0222Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—30 ft6 🐾
0232Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight34 ft6 🐾
0242Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight32 ft6 🐾
0252ManagementBack InGravelSlight32 ft6 🐾
0262Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight25 ft6 🐾
0272Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight32 ft6 🐾
0282Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—35 ft6 🐾
0292Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight36 ft6 🐾
0302Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight32 ft6 🐾
0312Standard NonelectricBack InGravelModerate35 ft6 🐾
0322Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight34 ft6 🐾
0332Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
0342Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—27 ft6 🐾
0352Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight35 ft6 🐾
0362Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—30 ft6 🐾
0372Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—30 ft6 🐾
0382Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight35 ft6 🐾
0392Standard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
0402Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—30 ft6 🐾
0412Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight35 ft6 🐾
0422Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
0432Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
0442Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—35 ft6 🐾
0452Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
0462Standard NonelectricBack InGravel—38 ft6 🐾

Getting there

From Nevada City, travel east on Highway 20 for 10 miles. Turn right at the White Cloud Campground sign and then the first right into the campground. From Interstate 80 take exit 161, Highway 20 to Nevada City and drive 26 miles west toward Nevada City. Turn left at the White Cloud Campground sign and then the first right into the campground.

39.32004, -120.84665 · 39°19'12.1"N 120°50'47.9"W

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Typical weather

Typically 78°F in Jul, down to 45°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F474548526170787773635145
Low °F343335384654636257483934
Precip in10.610.18.95.14.11.10.00.20.63.67.210.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about White Cloud

Can you reserve a site at White Cloud?
Yes, White Cloud is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does White Cloud have?
45 sites in total, of which 44 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at White Cloud?
40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at White Cloud?
Yes, pets are allowed at White Cloud.
Are campfires allowed at White Cloud?
Campfires are allowed at White Cloud. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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White Cloud also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by White Cloud's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • $24 per site $5 for extra vehicle

Restrictions:

  • Potable water dependent on completion of water system maintenance.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near White Cloud

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

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