Grouse Ridge
Its 9 sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Grouse Ridge is a National Forest campground near Nevada, California.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Free
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
Sites and hookups
- Total sites
- 9
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Fire rings
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 7,484 ft
39.3875, -120.6099 in Nevada. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Grouse Ridge?
No. Grouse Ridge is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Grouse Ridge?
Camping at Grouse Ridge is free.
How many campsites does Grouse Ridge have?
Grouse Ridge has 9 campsites.
Is there drinking water at Grouse Ridge?
No. Grouse Ridge has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Grouse Ridge?
Grouse Ridge is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Grouse Ridge
Swimming nearby
Nearest to Grouse Ridge, in straight-line miles: Edwards Crossing (swimming hole, 20 miles), and Purdon Crossing (swimming hole, 24 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.
- Sites
- Not on record
- Season
- Not on record
- Fee
- Single Site: $15 per night
- Sites
- Not on record
- Season
- Not on record
- Fee
- Single Site: $15 per night
- Sites
- Not on record
- Season
- Not on record
- Fee
- Single Site: $15 per night
- Sites
- Not on record
- Season
- Not on record
- Fee
- Free
More campgrounds: camping near Nevada and campgrounds in Nevada.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30
- epqs.nationalmap.gov (elevationFt), accessed 2026-10-01