Ramshorn

Ramshorn Campground is located off Highway 49, in the North Yuba River area west of Downieville, on the steep slopes of the North Yuba River Valley between the Indian Valley Recreation Area and Downieville. It is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. A network of trails crisscrosses the surrounding area. The 5.8-mile Halls Ranch Trail is open to hiking, mountain biking and motorized use, and the Yuba River Trail can be accessed nearby at the Rocky Rest Trailhead. The North Yuba River offers swimming, floating and rainbow trout fishing, and is a popular destination for seasonal rafting, kayaking and tubing. Hunting and gold panning draw visitors as well. The campground offers several single-family sites, all of which are designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. The two loops are situated among abundant blackberry bushes in a forest of cedar and fir trees, with shady oaks scattered around the upper loop. Ramshorn sits along the Yuba Donner Scenic Byway (Highway 49) near many gold rush era historical sites and old mining towns such as Camptonville, Goodyears Bar and Downieville. Many points of interest lie along the 49 miles of Highway 49 driving tour; look for interpretive signs and other historical sites along the route. Other attractions include the North Yuba River, Indian Valley Outpost, New Bullards Bar Reservoir, and miles of multi-use hiking, biking and motorcycle singletrack.