RV rental Malakoff Diggins State Park, CA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

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Situated in the scenic pine woods of the Sierra Nevada foothills, 26 miles away from Nevada City and 30 miles away from Colfax, Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park protects over 3,000 acres of land. The park is also home to one of the biggest hydraulic gold mines in the state, which makes it an embodiment of a California Gold Rush history lesson.

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Getting Outdoors

With scenic foothill trails that spread over 20 miles and with different levels of difficulty, hiking at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park is one of the most popular activities for campers. As trails cater to all types of hikers, you should definitely dedicate one day to hiking as it's the best way to soak in the beauty of the park. These trails can be used for biking as well, so bring your bike and cover more ground. Just remember to watch out during your hikes, as there are both poison oak and rattlesnakes throughout the park.

Camping at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park

Camping at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park is primitive, with 30 sites at Chute Hill and three miner’s cabins located in North Bloomfield. Even though there are no hookups, there are still plenty of amenities to ensure you have a pleasant stay, like a fire ring, food locker, and picnic table. Make sure your RV rental is less than 24 feet.

Exploring the Area

If you consider yourself a trainspotter, make time during your motorhome camping trip to visit the railroad museum in Nevada City. The museum showcases railroad and aviation artifacts and offers guided tours. Check out the wooden rail cars, and grab a train-themed souvenir from the gift shop before you leave.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

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  • South Yuba Trail, CANevada City, CA
  • South Yuba Trail to the Missouri Bar Trail, CANevada City, CA
  • South Yuba River Day Hike, CANevada City, CA
  • South Yuba Trail, CASouth Yuba River State Park, CA
  • South Yuba River: Edwards Crossing to Purdon Crossing, CASouth Yuba River State Park, CA
  • Scotts Flat Trail, CANevada City, CA
  • Pioneer Trail, CANevada City, CA

Recent RV rental reviews in Malakoff Diggins State Park

Chris H.

August, 2025

Wonderful rig! Clean and new, everything functioned as advertised! Great communication and helpful tips from the host. Will definitely use them again in the future! A+⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Brian P.

August, 2025

We had another amazing trip. Kaye and Jerry are always great to work with and make you feel so welcomed.
Christi N.

August, 2025

We had the BEST time ever in this Sprinter van! It’s cozy, stylish, and had everything we needed for the perfect trip. The wood-burning stove was absolutely adorable and got so many compliments! Every detail was thought of, making our adventure super comfortable and fun. Highly recommend this van for anyone looking for a memorable getaway!

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