State: Northern California
Address 1: Southwest of Sierra Buttes North.
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 11
Elevation: 3369
County: Sierra
Free: No
Reservations: Yes - Check Recreation.gov for information
About: Union Flat Campground is located on the North Yuba River along Hwy 49. It is surrounded by oak and maple trees. Hiking trails nearby and gold panning at the campground. This campground is the only place on the North Yuba River for recreational mining.
Fees: $17 (2011)
Usage: Heavy
Closest Towns: Downieville (CA)
Water: Yes
Restrictions: Camping outside designated campground is prohibited in this area; gold panning is for “hands and pans” only.
Restrooms: Vault Toilet
Directions: From Downieville: Drive 6 miles east on Hwy 49. Campground is on North Yuba River.