RV Rental Rough and Ready, CA

Nevada County offers the ultimate outdoor playground with year-round activities to choose from. Take your RV rental from Rough and Ready on a spin to discover the beautiful reservoirs, meadows, and mountains of the Northern Sierra. This region offers no shortage of terrain to explore by foot, bike and horseback, or enjoy a more leisurely day boating, fishing, or swimming in a calm freshwater cove.

If you’re a fan of winter sports, you might want to head to the 380 acres of Boreal Mountain in nearby Truckee for skiing and snowboarding. In warmer months, your nature-bound options are endless.

South Yuba River State Park is one of many local places where you can take a dip or wander the land — paddle around the river in a kayak or raft, or meander the flora and fauna on Independence Trail. The abundant opportunities will amaze you.

Hikers can become immersed in nearby Tahoe National Forest, spanning over 850,000, and offering natural splendor. History buffs might want to hit the trails of Empire Mine State Park to discover old mining sites, equipment, and foundations. The surrounding region is a mecca for bicyclists of all levels, with options for crisscrossing the Yuba River, trekking through the Sierra Nevada foothills and peaks, or taking a ride around a pristine lake.

When you rent a camper in Rough and Ready, and parking at the edge of a wooded lake sounds idyllic, the expansive Rollins Lake is located off Highway 174 between Grass Valley and Colfax. Rollins hosts four independently owned campgrounds with RV sites and a complete range of services including stores, restaurants, fuel, and water-sport recreation.

All four sites have fun and useful features to consider depending on where you’d like to be based. Orchard Springs Campground boasts two sandy beaches and boat ramp, slips, and rentals. Or, if you choose to pull up at Peninsula Campground you can relax in over 300 acres of nature only 30 minutes from historic Grass Valley.

Another option is Inn Town Campground, nestled in a pine forest minutes from the cultural events of downtown Nevada City. The highly acclaimed venue is open year-round and offers 15 RV sites with hookups on its 15-acre site. There’s a communal building offering every kind of homey comfort, including a camp store, community kitchen, living room, dining area, patio, and laundry. This family-friendly site also features a seasonal swimming pool and outdoor movies if you're looking for a little more entertainment.

After picking up your Rough and Ready travel trailer, cruise through the small town to get a sense of the community’s past and present-day charm. If you’re someone who enjoys old buildings, this is a great place to travel back in time to the 1800s.

The town of Rough and Ready is classified as a California Historical Landmark, so there are some interesting sites presenting displays of period artifacts to check out. Among the oldest buildings still standing are the Fippin Blacksmith Shop, the Odd Fellows Hall, and the Old Toll House. This would be a perfect place to park your luxury camper rental from Rough and Ready and continue with your exploring adventure.

Activities like gold panning, guided walking tours and living history days are offered throughout the year. Or browse shops selling hats, flags, and mugs emblazoned with "The Great Republic of Rough and Ready", and bring home a memento celebrating the time the mining town seceded from the nation (for only three months).

Grab a picnic in Rough and Ready and take it to enjoy at one of the boutique wineries spread throughout Nevada County.

Just a short drive from Bridgeport, you are able to discover one of the longest single-span wooden bridges in America. From mining memorabilia to mountain biking, this area offers something for every kind of traveler. Book an RV in Rough and Ready and learn why visitors have always been lured to the magnificent California Gold Country.