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Union Flat Campground

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.; Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Reservations
recreation.gov
Nearest dump station
Jackson Meadows Rv Dump Station · 12.1 mi
Nearest water fill
Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 76.5 mi
Coordinates
39.5681, -120.7451
Last verified
September 18, 2026
39.5681° N · 120.7451° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Union Flat Campground is located 6 miles east of Downieville on the North Yuba River along Hwy 49. It is surrounded by oak and maple trees. Hiking trails are nearby. This campground is the only place on the North Yuba River for recreational mining. An area downstream from the campground is available for recreational mining. Please click this link for an additional description of the casual mining area. -->

From the USFS.Official page

Is Union Flat Campground free?

No. Union Flat Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.

How do I get to Union Flat Campground?

From Downieville: Drive 6 miles east on Hwy 49. Campground is on North Yuba River.

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Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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