Schoolhouse Campground sits on a ridge above the south shore of New Bullards Bar Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest. . Visitors to the campground enjoy boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, and hiking. The campground is about ½ mile from Dark Day Boat Ramp and 3 miles from Cottage Creek Boat Ramp. A ⅔-mile trail leads to the water's edge.
Public access for boating and recreation is limited to 2 developed boat launch ramps and a single undeveloped ramp: Cottage Creek Boat Launch Ramp which is at Emerald Cove Marina, the Dark Day Boat Launch Ramp, which is not far from Schoolhouse Campground. An undeveloped site at the end of Moran Road provides an alternative access to the lake.
Campgrounds at Bullards Bar were at one time operated by Emerald Cove Marina, but in 2020 the Forest Service took over the operation
Schoolhouse Campground has 56 campsites for RV camping and tent camping. All the sites have paved driveways and ample shade. Twelve of them are double sites.
| Schoolhouse Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Schoolhouse Campground Location: | south shore of New Bullards Bar Reservoir, off Marysville Rd. |
| Elevation: | 2,250 feet |
| Mileage and driving time from gateway city: | Sacramento - 94 miles, 2:11
Oroville - 53 miles, 1:39 |
| Number of Sites: | 56 |
| Camping Season: | Open mid-April through mid-October |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 (fee for additional vehicles) |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Tahoe National Forest |
| Yuba River Ranger District: | (530) 362-8259 |
| Reservations for Schoolhouse Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Schoolhouse Campground reservations are available for camping dates beginning in mid-April. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | most sizes accepted; check website as you make your reservation |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated, but accessible restrooms |
| Fees: | $24 per night |
| Reservations: | Schoolhouse Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 12:00 PM |
| Schoolhouse Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill, food storage box; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, vault toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Schoolhouse Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Emerald Cove Marina
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Schoolhouse Campground
New Bullards Bar Reservoir is known a quieter and more scenic alternative to the bigger neighboring lakes such as Oroville and Folsom. Campers at Schoolhouse Campground enjoy nicely shaded campsites. Many interesting places to explore are nearby.
Check the Tahoe National Forest website for Bullards Bar - Schoolhouse Campground to find any campground updates.
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2019 - 2024