Scotts Flat Lake
Nevada City, California
About
Scotts Flat Lake is a scenic campground situated among tall pines at 3,100-foot elevation in the Northern Sierra foothills, nine miles east of Nevada City via Highway 20 and Scotts Flat Road. The campground offers 169 campsites spread across two large campgrounds plus a group camp, providing outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy camping, fishing, swimming, boating, water skiing, sailing, and kayaking on the reservoir. The facility is owned and operated by Nevada Irrigation District and features day use parks and beaches. Across the lake, the Cascade Shores Day Use Area is accessible via Red Dog and Quaker Hill Roads from Nevada City, offering additional recreational opportunities in this beautiful foothills setting.
Amenities
No amenities listed yet.
Available Site Types
- Campsites
- Group Camp
Local Attractions
- Cascade Shores Day Use Area
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Boating
- Water skiing
- Sailing
- Kayaking
Location
23333 Scotts Flat Rd
Nevada City, CA 95959
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of sites does Scotts Flat Lake offer?
Scotts Flat Lake offers Campsites, Group Camp.
What is there to do near Scotts Flat Lake?
Nearby attractions include Cascade Shores Day Use Area, Fishing, Swimming, Boating, Water skiing, Sailing, Kayaking.
How is Scotts Flat Lake rated?
Scotts Flat Lake has a 4.3/5 rating based on 549 Google reviews.
How do I contact Scotts Flat Lake?
You can reach Scotts Flat Lake by phone at +1 530-265-5302. You can also contact them via email at website@nidwater.com or their website at http://www.scottsflatlake.net/.
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