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California · Recreation.gov

North Fork (CA) Campground

39.2709° N / 120.6579° W · Data Nov 2 2026, checked hourly
16 monitored sites

Sites at this facility

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North Fork (CA)

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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234587

When North Fork (CA) reopens

North Fork (CA)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
0
Openings · last 30 days
2
Openings · last 90 days
64

Weekday pattern

Detected openings by day of week · 90d
051015202530281138122MONTUEWEDTHUFRISATSUNOPENINGS RECORDED · LAST 90 DAYS · N = 64

Monday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 28 of 64 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Monday (43.8%), with Friday (12) and Tuesday (11) next in line.

Hour-of-day pattern

First detected by hour · local time · last 90 days
010203028000408121620HOUR OF DAY (24H) · PT · LAST 90 DAYS

The largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 15:00 and 18:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 39 of 64 detected openings (60.9%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Pacific Time, not when the change was made upstream.

Lead-time profile

Days before stay date · percentiles
P25 · 9DMEDIAN · 17 DAYS OUTP75 · 22D0306090120150180DAYS BEFORE STAY DATE

Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 17 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 9–22 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.

Highest-churn sites

Most openings · 90d
SiteOpeningsShare of all openings
009  1828.1%
006  914.1%
004  69.4%
012  69.4%
005  69.4%

Site 009 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 18. One free watch covers every site here.

About North Fork (CA)

Overview

North Fork Campground is located along the North Fork of the North Fork American River in the Tahoe National Forest, off of Interstate 80, at the Emigrant Gap Exit. Visitors enjoy fishing and swimming in this scenic area.

Recreation

A great swimming hole is located a short walk from the end of the campground, on the river. Rainbow trout fishing is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the campground. Hiking trails and hunting opportunities are found in the surrounding area.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites, a few 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 is near the beautiful creek-sized river, in a remote location. It is shaded by cedar, pine and fir trees and is a pleasant escape from urban life.

Nearby Attractions

Many hiking, and OHV trails are located nearby as well as foot trail access into the North Fork American Wild and Scenic River canyon. Many more trails can be found a short distance east on Interstate 80 at Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized Area and Donner Summit.

16 monitored sites2 FCFS sitesRVs up to 60 ftNo hookups16 shadedWaterfrontRiverfrontPets OKMax party 6

Getting there

From east bound Interstate 80 take exit 158A or west bound Interstate 80 take exit 158B south to Emigrant Gap. After exiting the interstate take a right on Texas Hill Road towards Emigrant Gap. Continue on Texas Hill Road for about 6.5 miles and turn right into the campground.

Yuba River Ranger District, Camptonville, CA 95922530-265-4531
CampingFishingHikingHuntingSwimmingWater Activities

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at North Fork (CA)?

Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 64 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?

No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.

How current is this availability data?

Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for North Fork (CA), so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.

How often do new openings appear at North Fork (CA)?

Campsite Sniper detected 64 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.

Which day of the week had the most detected openings at North Fork (CA)?

Monday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 28 of 64 (43.8%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.

Which sites at North Fork (CA) fit a 35-foot RV?

11 of the 16 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 60 ft. 14 of those 16 sites have a recorded maximum length and 2 do not; they are not counted as fitting.

How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at North Fork (CA)?

Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 17 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 9-22 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.

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