First time here and this is such a great place to go camping. We went for the 4th of July. It was so much fun that we will be coming back real soon. The river is in walking distances. The staff is very friendly and the grounds are well kept with the bathrooms being well taken care of. On the 4th of July they have a fun parade in their little town near by. The town is close by in walking distance with a bar and small store if you need to buy something you forgot. They also have a restaurant but we did not eat there. This place offers tent and RV camping. They have a play ground so kids can swing and play. It's very family friendly. If you are down to go camping go check them out. I really can't say enough about this place. They do book up very quickly. read more

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Love this little piece of paradise. This is one of the most beautiful untouched places In California. You won't regret your trip here. Family and pet friendly. Great bathrooms and showers. read more

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Wonderful camp grounds and very clean I look forward to my next visit. Enjoyed camping for the first time and loved the little market read more

Driving a 36 ft motor home there was a challange, the spaces are tight with each other, your head has to really be on a swivel. At my site #39 i had to crib up the front end up quite a bit to get level. As im hooking up there was absolutly NO water pressure, neighbor said they were working on a busted line, it all came on a hour later, i use a surge protector on my rig which kept shutting off due to low voltage 94volts, i spoke with the office, they wrote a note, then it spiked over 136 volts i spoke with the office, they wrote a note, i removed my surge protector an connected directly to my dog bone, same thing 94 volts, i went to the office an purchased one of there dogbones for sale, same thing very low voltage. As im packing up to leave i take there dog bone back for refund an explaned why, the person behind the desk said "i wonder why they didnt call the electrican" So you know we went there to meet a large group, we dont have kids it was supposed to be a fun get away, i was to use my smoker to make a meal which i ended up using a seperate extension cord to another unit so i could use my smoker, This started on a thursday an we left sunday, plenty of time to get "there guy" but no one! There was no cost adjustment, just a "sorry"... Even the guy next to me said his electric fireplace kept turning off.The place appears nice other than that, guess my complaint revolves around for what was paid for the site $$$ they should be a little more attentive to issues when advised... several times. read more

River Rest Resort - Surge protector spotting voltage issues - Campgrounds Near Me - Washington, California

Amazing! Wonderful staff. Great campsite! Fun with the kids and entire family!!! Full hook ups! Fresh coffee in the morning! Great trails! read more

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Love love love this campground! It offers a play area for the kids, horseshoes,ping pong, bbq area, clean comfort station with coin operated showers. I spent a few nights with family in my aunt's trailer and I haven't had that much fun or laughed that much in such a long time. The owners of the resort were very friendly and know how to make their guests feel special. I like that the firewood will be delivered to your space and that there are permanent spots, spots near the river and private tent spots. We spent time in the water and the kids had fun splashing around. There were mixed groups of people during the time we were there, families, people that live at the campground permanently and groups with adults only. There have been multiple weddings on the premise and each location and love story is unique and precious. I will for sure be back, this time I'll bring my kids and Hubby with me. read more

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8/26/2021 I had a campsite booked since last year. I was really excited to go. Well, in July 2021 a lot of fires had started. I know none really near the city of Washington but that does not mean there is no smoke in the air. Well as the date gets closer I tried to rebook for next year 2022. I was told that there is no smoke in the air! And I cannot rebook! I checked the news and there is a ton of smoke everywhere! Again I was told no refund or rebooking. There is massive fires and smoke everywhere! With asthma I am not going to be outside is this toxic air. Long story short I was charged for the trip I did not go on! I guess you need to still go camping in the woods where there are fires everywhere! UNREAL! Go elsewhere people read more

Really beautiful location right on the Yuba River! We stayed in space number 8 above the pet-friendly beach. We're thinking of going back there next year, it was that fun. The water was gorgeous, and we spent hours floating down the "rapids" to the other beach, over and over again. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The only meh was the tight spots, so if you get a loud tent camper next door, you're screwed--and there are a lot of partyers and motorcyclists driving around camp. A fight broke out at one point and the police were called. But we had a great neighbor on the other side, and hey, it was July 4th week at an RV park. What can you do. It's one of the better parks out there. No internet or cell service, a perfect excuse to unplug and unwind! read more

Stayed here for a wedding weekend and just fell in love with this place. Beautiful spots overlooking the river. Clean, but a little dusty, no cell service, but it was perfect. A great escape, the RV management works really hard to clean up and get people in their spots. read more

Amazing place to stay. We have been going there for years and it gets better and better each year. Very well kept and clean campground with helpful staff. The new store on site has all the essentials you need if you forget something as well as ice. read more

one of the best campgrounds in Georgia. Totally geared for kids. Our 10 year old son made tons of friends and was outside playing every day. Jackie and his family own the facility and do a fantastic job. My family will always come back to 411 River Rest Campground. Hats off to Jackie and his family..... great job guys! Thanks, The Perrymans read more

Visited this place for a day while family stayed for the holiday weekend. My first thought was how close together the campsites were. There were full hookups, and decent 2-stall bathrooms with showers. No cell service at all but just a short drive down the road and it comes back on. I didn't get WiFi back right away tho and couldn't use gps. Back to campground~there was a nice clear water creek and I saw many kids rafting and tubing. There were deeper areas for older kids and adults to swim in. They had a cute little coffee cart that sold Starbucks-like coffees. On the first day, my 41 year old daughter went to the office to ask a simple question about the trash receptacles and the girl got snappy with her. Anyway, she found out they are not bear proof, and was told to expect to just bring the trash inside your camper each night. So you may want to bring a lot of trash bags with you for double bagging so you don't have to smell your trash in your camper. Even tho my daughter and her family are experienced campers and have been to campsites all over California, I'm sure they will return to this place someday. read more

Do not pay for tent camping here!! River Rest does not show you any photos on the website of the parking lot they call a campground. I was unfamiliar with the area and reserved a tent camping site that was very expensive, and the worst I have ever seen. The site was a parking spot in a parking lot with only mud on the ground. There was barely room to put up a tent even if I parked somewhere else, and the lot was filled with RV's. The site where I was supposed to put my tent and sleep was not even 5 feet from the roadway where there were vehicles driving, Rv's and ATV sport vehicles. It seemed really unsafe and we left to find another campground. There is better and cheaper camping in the Tahoe National forest and these people will not give refunds at all. read more

This is a nice campground, in a very small town pretty much in the middle of nowhere. This campground has a few tent spots, but mostly it is set up for RVs. The river is right next to the campground and you can ride your Dirt bikes, ATVs and side by sides in the campground, through town and on the many many trails all around the area. read more

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I have been going for 5 years now and I never had a problem with people there and we go for a week and we ride dirt bikes all the time

We just came back from a River Rest Resort 8/6/19 2019 and had a blast up there great weather the water wasn't even cold and the kids had fun sorry the dogs all the sites are on top of dirt for hook up but they do have clean restrooms and explore small store on the campground we just came back from a River Rest Resort 8/6/19 2019 and had a blast up there great weather the water wasn't even cold and the kids had fun sorry the dogs all the sites are on top of dirt for hook up but they do have clean restrooms and small store on the campground read more

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One of the most magical places on earth! My friend Nick and I planned our 28th birthdays here and brought along 25 of our best friends last May. It was so epic. The couple who managed the resort were so cool, so helpful, and just wonderful people all around. The Washington Hotel, right up the road, was accessible, and we spent mornings and nights there. Everywhere we went, we felt so welcomed. The staff and residents of Washington grew to be like family to us by the end of the trip. The photos really say it all. read more

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Best restrooms I've ever seen in a campground , riverside with Swim areas, great camp hosts (Sandy & Dennis) In Tiny little town of Washington. The sites were level, clean, spacious and level with fire pits (beware of berry bushes). Ours (site j3) had a small rock trail leading straight to the water and was close to the rocky beach areas/swim hole. The bathroom (ours nearest the office at least) was always spotless looked like a brand new remodel. Make sure you check in even if you arrive late (we got in around 8:00) otherwise they've got to come find you. Great friendly staff (who run a tight ship) for the sake of everyone's enjoyment- sandy and Dennis even invited everyone over for movie night in the park hosted by them (a nice escape for the parents really) Bring quarters for the shower (25 cents for 3 min) bring your furry friend (with a leash at all times) it is dusty so drive slow. Be sure to check out the general store and the local restaurant/pub/bar downtown. Keep an eye out for the dogs that tend to nap in the middle of the street. No cell phone service. Anywhere. 15 min drive minimum to the turn out on top of the hill (making all right turns as you leave). Make sure to keep food locked up as there are bears. They do sell ice and firewood. Great spots for Atv & dirt bikes nearby as well read more

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Sorry Bruce and Debbie got the name wrong still love this place can't wait to go back this summer agai.

Love this place it's perfect for the family with kids, OHV and river tubing once the river chills out right now it's ripping! And the water is ice cold can barely stay in for a few minutes. Showers are awesome here and they take the trash from each site constantly. Don't come here to bump beats with your bros or get stupid drunk and yell profanities cuz they do regulate on you, your dogs and loudness in general...it's normal tho the river drowns out most of the sound so just keep it reasonable and you'll be good. This place isn't a track so your kids aren't suppose to ride their pit bikes around in circles they will stop ya pretty quick...it's in and out folks easy enough go ride in circles elsewhere. read more

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This is the third time I've written this. They keep moving them into the "do not recommend" section. Well, I'll just keep deleting and reposting until it sticks: We came here before, the area is beautiful. The campground itself is a little cramped, the spaces are very small. There is a "no noise after 10PM rule" but it's not enforced. We had loud partying campers around us who made noise well into the morning and no one did anything about it. We thought we'd give it another try because we like the area. But we can't make a reservation because there is no way to get ahold of anyone. We called the number on their website and all you get is voicemail. We kept calling and no one ever actually picks up the phone. We emailed and got no response. So that's that. Before when we used this place, they had a reservations website that made it easy. I guess the people who ran the reservations website had no way to get ahold of anyone here to get paid for their services so they dropped them. Pass on this one. read more

I've been going here since my grandpa Rudy took us kids. And now, my friends and I go here, and we love it. Its definitely not your ordinary campgroup, its more laid back, theres absolutely nothing much to do here, but thats how we like it. There are clean coin operated showers and bathrooms. There are electrical outlets on each campground and running water. The owner or manager of the resort live in a little cabin in the middle of the campground and he is always there to help if you need him, There are volleyball nets and horseshoe rings, and the Yuba River for swimming. The resort itself is small and most people here bring they're RVs even though we like to just bring our tents. Bring your BBQ grills if you have it because they don't have BBQ area but they do have campfire pit for each campsite. Nearby is the General store, there they have snacks and travel essentials if you forget anything. This is a place just to relax and get away from the city. read more

River Rest Resort (RRR) has some history that some might find interesting. It used to be home to several run-down trailers and was known for the wild parties, etc. In 1997 it was washed away due to massive flooding from the Yuba River. New owners took over and completely rebuilt the park. It now centers on families and caters to dirt bikes and quads. Of course, there are other activities available such as fishing, hiking, river rafting, etc. The campground is usually full every weekend. They have full hook-up, including wi-fi, hot showers (25 cents for 2 minutes) horseshoe pits, tether ball, ping-pong, fire pits, children's' playground and volleyball. The owners deliver firewood to your site every evening. They occasionally have live music and a large dance pad. RRR caters to families, and it is not uncommon to see $300,000 motor homes parked in their numerous pull-thru sites. There are two major swimming holes, one that allows for dogs and is safe for small children. The adult swimming hole butts up against a mountain side for the brave souls that like to climb up 20-30 feet and jump. I have enjoyed going to RRR for years now, and each visit is a surprise as they are constantly making improvements. Young families build lasting memories and you can't help but become friends with the owners and staff members. I find it amazing that even with a full campground it normally becomes very quiet at night. Well-behaved tenants make for an enjoyable camping experience. I have been RVing for 20+ years and there are few resorts that offer such a great experience for families. I highly recommend a visit but call first, RRR is a destination resort that is full much of the summer. Spring and fall are awesome and also highly recommended. read more

I absolutely adore this secret paradise. This is our 2nd year in a row camping here. Their breathtaking river is crystal clear and is thee most beautiful swimming hole I've been to in California. The staff is very helpful from the first phone call to the day we left. The campsites are immaculate and all have their own water spickets, trash bin & recycling bin. Conveniently, they deliver bundles of wood nightly and there's a tiny market on site where you can buy ice and other camping necessities. The bathrooms are spotless and have hot showers which are coin operated. There's also a big restaurant size sink out side the bathroom to do your dishes! And.... An air compressor to fill up all of your air mattresses and inner tubes and floating toys! These two amenities saved us so much time doing chores. They are dog friendly but do require them to be on leashes at all times. There is a dog beach and a separate human beach. Both are fabulous. There is a picnic area which has tables w/ benches, a volleyball net, a playground, ping pong table, horseshoes and an area with a cluster of grills beneath a grapevine canopy. Everyone there is having a great time and super friendly. It's amazing how social people can be when there's no cell service nor Wi-Fi!!! To top it all off this hidden gem is only an hour and a half from our home in Sacramento near the airport. We won't be able to camp again this year but we will definitely come back up for the day and enjoy the river. read more

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Great place to camp. Very clean campsites and bathrooms. So relaxing next to the river. And the little town of Washington is amazing.

LOVE this place. The only campground you can drive right up to the river and jump in! NOTHING beats the Yuba River. Don and Debbie(the owners) are so helpful and nice, which shows because the place is always packed:) Love the downtown and the small town feeling with a GREAT watering hole and restaurant at the Washington Hotel. You can walk to everything from the camp which is the best. I keep coming back again and again, the secret is out on this sweet little spot! read more

River Rest Resort - The Yuba river from the campground - Campgrounds Near Me - Washington, California

Great view if your on the river front. Spaces are a bit crowded, slightly noisy with the atv',s etc. Semi pet friendly, not really anywhere for them to run around, but they can swim in the river with you between designated spots. I got over charged by $5, not really a big deal. You can buy firewood there, also there's a small bar and store near-by in Washington. Not much to do nearby, unless you have a dirt bike or ATV. Spots on the river are the best choice to book. Seems family friendly, which is important. Might try and go again on a weekend that isn't a holiday, we were their labor day weekend. read more

River Rest Resort - View from Site #5 - Campgrounds Near Me - Washington, California

Friends of ours come here regularly to go camping and asked us to come up with them. After some initial "email tag," we were able to reserve a site next to our friends. When we first came in on our day of arrival, there was a very pleasant person checking everyone in. She was very helpful in getting us situated and discussing the area. The sites are fairly small compared to some of the other state parks we have been to. There are hookups for electrical, water and waste for trailers but we were tent camping. Our spots were just over the river and had a gorgeous view. We were a bit away from the "dog" beach but it was still within walking distance for our pup. There are bathrooms on site along with showers that were $0.25 for 2 minutes. Water was warm and the womens bathroom had the showers working for the trip but the mens stopped working our third day their. Thank gosh there was at least the river to rinse off in. There is a small town to visit down the road with a small hotel and bar. There are many trails to wander off on, hiking, biking or on motorized toys. Plenty of swimming holes along the river. Many activities from fishing, to quads/motorbike trails, hiking, swimming. There is a ping pong table, small park for the kids and horse shoes. Bright stars at night. It is a great place. One issue was there were quite a lot of quads revving their engines off and on during the day a bit excessively but nothing at night. We had a lot of fun and would go back! read more

I hate ATVs, and hoped they wouldn't ruin my weekend....but we all had a fantastically GREAT time at River Rest. Oh, and nobody has mentioned how beautiful the river is, every square inch of these surroundings is so amazingly green. see photos. I was shocked I didn't hear the ATVs tearing out in the early morning while I was sleeping and didn't notice much commotion when they returned either. I guess we were far enough away from the main road. I loved "downtown" Washington, its history, and the colorful locals. I definitely wanted to party with them on Sat night, but my hubby was too lazy. Funny, but the tight site spacing was a good experience too, as we made really good friends with quite a few neighbors. I guess you just have to be open, is all. That said, my next trip will be on a week-day or a non-holiday weekend... 3-day holidays are a bit much too activity for any lazy river. With so many campers, 10 stars for clean bathrooms and wonderfully warm showers. Plus 10 more stars for tough, but highly respectful security at night. Music OFF at 10pm quiet time and all wandering new teen friends broken up and sent home with their families, as it should be. Thanks for that. Last, but not least, 'Zander is a huge customer service asset. The 9-year old is the owners' grandson and is just a hoot. You keep that place going, ok, 'Zander? read more

This place is beautiful and definitely off the grid. No cell service (which is awesome) . The camping sites are very close together. We just went camping and we're in between two RVS. There is a constant sound of generators. Lots of the campers ride ATVs and motorcycles so there are always riders loudly driving through camp revving their engines or idling. The group next to us blasted contry music at all hours and stayed up til 3 am loudly talking and laughing. There is a noise rule but it's not enforced. This place is beautiful and the staff are nice . I just take issue with the excessive noise and lack of enforcement of rules. If you are ok with the noise and tight squeeze camp spaces then you'll love it here. I will come back but next time reserve on the river side,one of the large sites like #5. I don't recommend the creek side since that area is all RVs and very close together. read more

Highly recommended! A little small town to walk to from camp site, its very cute and has lots to sight see. Its a hidden gem, that'll have you returning year after year. Only "teen friendly" down fall was no cell service, no wifi/Internet or no pay phones available. Site has volleyball, tetherball, swings, hot showers/clean bathrooms, on site store, bot a party site but definitely a mental clearing and you can hear self think because its so quiet and dog friendly. Has fishing, rafting, tubing or just swimming but I see why no one post pictures or comments on site because its a hidden secret that must be shared. Its all RV camping resort. read more

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This place is in a great location, right on the South Yuba river. The swimming spots are good and they keep the bathrooms clean :) It can be crowded on holiday weekends (there are a lot of noisy ATVs), and they have eliminated the tent only sites, so now you have to pay the more expensive ($45/night) rate, even if you don't bring an RV, which is too bad. read more

Beautiful River, Great place to swim and completely family friendly. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Great hookups for electricity & water The bathrooms and showers are always clean. Everybody in the camp is kind and friendly and respect the 10;00 pm quiet time. We will be back. read more

We camp at RRR at least twice a year. It can get very crowded but that is because it's so attractive for people who have atv's. Kids seem to have a great time riding their bikes (motorized and pedal powered) around. The river is crystal clear and the trees are gorgeous. A momma bear and her baby came through camp so put your garbage up. This is IMO not a resort facility but more of a place that you can go and have a good time out in the great outdoors. No cell service! read more

Let me say the river was beautiful and that was about it. Honestly I don't usually complain but this needs addressing. I understood going in that there were dirt bikes so I understand that but dealing with the rude loud campers that were on top of us and partying and smoking weed till 4:00am was too much. Campers next to us were actually on us, their tent stakes were under the edge of our trailer. They had music on until 1:30am and I told them to shut it off. Then at 3:00am they started partying again. I told the camp host and she seemed nice and concerned but the owner came and talked to them and they had a good laugh together and nothing happened. I was then visited by another employee and told I owed more money because I had checked in a half hour before check in and would be charged $20. I went the next day to the office to clear it up and the owner was helping an employee with a merchandise problem...for 10 min while we stood there and waited. The owner left without a smile or asking how our stay was going. The employee then went on to tell us about the charge and that I shouldn't be "freaking out" I told her I wasn't but could be real soon. I got 2 camps so I would have space and still had people on me. The cost was horrible, they charge you for everything, we were surprised the air we were breathing was free. The owner was so rude. We have traveled a lot and never seen people so rude. read more

I have been vacationing here since the early 70s. it has changed owners several times. Don and Debbie purchased this place some time in the late 90's and made it even better. The sites are not chalked out, but everybody is super cool. I have a 35' motorhome and a 26' long trailer for dirt bikes, About 8 to 10 sites let me stay hooked up, but I generally break down as to not hang out and bug other people's space or road with my back door on the trailer opened up. I have raised 3 great kids all riding dirt bikes on the fire roads up in the Tahoe National Forest, surrounding Washington. They Johnny Law has been encouraging, and more often insisting that we have our bikes dual sported. although, I've never been ticketed. When ever we do see the sheriff, we stop and say Hi. This helps keep a good relationship, and keeps the respect up. Washington is a old Gold mining town on the south fork of the Yuba river. River Rest is right on the river. Memorial day weekend the water always runs dangerously high, as the up stream dam release needs to happen that 1 time every year. But other than that, it's a lazy inner tube type river to float down, and play in at some of the deep water holes along the way. Wild Berry's grow across the river, and gold panning in the river is there, but beyond my patience. My wife and small dog, think the water is too cold, so they are slow to get in, but the kids and I, June thru early October, are diving in. Especially after a dusty 30 mile trail ride. Summer time, make reservations. they are nearly always sold out for the undecided, last minute camper,. They have some 50 amp, mostly 30 amp TV sites, and some no power tent sites. If you Jeep or Dirt bike, leave camp quietly and as dust free as possible, this is a family friendly camp site. If you want to go fast and loud, go race, as I do at events. This is not the place. I don't want my family ran over by someone being foolish. Don't come here and spill gas, oil and bikes parts around, and make it a crappy environment for the next camper in bare feet. The last family didn't, why should you be the first. read more

Really small sites... They really pack em in there...kinda pricey but.... The river is awesome. really the only reason you go there. The bathrooms were always clean. Everything u need is near. read more

River Rest Resort is absolutely awesome! Not only is the seclusion and scenery second to none, it is ran by two very helpful and polite camp hosts. L.W. from Berkeley is exactly the kind of schmuck we don't want in this camp! Red blooded Americans like to ride off road vehicles and have fun; liberals from Berkeley want to take away that fun. I have camped there three times since November 2009 and i'll be back for more. Recommended for anyone that likes to ride, fish, or swim! read more

After doing all the things you do to prepare for a camping trip - arranging schedules, planning meals and activities, packing, etc. - our reservation was canceled the day before our trip. Without any warning or notice whatsoever. I called them to confirm some details about our location and they mentioned that had given our reservation away to another customer. Literally - less than a day before our trip, forcing our group scramble for another location. While I totally understand these things happen, the most annoying part is how incredibly insincere and unapologetic they were about the situation. Didn't seem to care at all, even on a personal level. Was pretty odd. Though the place looks beautiful and others seem to have had a positive experience (which I'm sure we would have too) this place seems to be poorly managed. I'm sure this was a rare situation, but seems like information worth passing along to fellow campers. read more

This review didn't appear when I posted it last summer (because -- it was indicated to me when I queried -- I hadn't written enough reviews to make it trustworthy). So I'm posting it again along with a number of other reviews I've written. We just spent a noisy, frustrating weekend camping at River Rest Resort camping ground. If you don't want the constant sound and gas pollution and dust of cross-country motorbikes (there's a rental place -- for kids and adults -- at one end of the site), don't go here. They are supposed to keep out of the main "road" of the camp, but the area they roar up and down is so close to the tents and the sound is constant. They even roar home late at night to their campsites and there's absolutely no one around to enforce rules. If you don't like being slotted into one of a large number of identical, rectangular campsites completely exposed to neighbors close by on either side, no privacy, not enough trees, don't go here. I know much more than I want to know about my neighbors' snoring patterns, how many bottles of wine one of them consumed and was mocked for by his wife - even when they were talking at regular volume, crying kids, etc. We had to try barricade ourselves with our cars and a clothesline in order to get any sense that we had our own little space. The only good part of the campground is that it's on a beautiful part of the Yuba River and the swimming is great, but I'll look for a different beautiful part of the Yuba River next time. And note to the owner: if you advertise "quiet time between 10pm and 8 am," then you need to delay your wife's birthday party (live band!) until after the school holidays are well over -- it doesn't make the disturbance okay for you to invite us to participate, because we didn't go camping with our kids in order to spend a night dancing and drinking with people we don't know, and you really messed up one of our two nights in your "family" camp. read more