Campground Review

RIVER REST RESORT

Washington, California

Owner: Debbie Shipley

www.RiverRestResort.com

Telephone: (530) 265-4306

Location: 30 minutes east of the Grass Valley - Nevada City area

River Rest Resort (RRR) is unique in many ways. Geared towards family, quads and dirt bike, there are many other opportunities to hike, fish, dine in or out, and generally just enjoy the surroundings and the main attraction....the Yuba River. There are hundreds of miles of U.S. Forest Service roads and trails to explore.

Situated at the 2,700 foot elevation, RRR is a full-service campground with it's own store selling basic needs, hot showers (coin operated), a large playground for the children, horseshoe pits, volleyball, and two main swimming holes with easy access. One swimming hole is for humans only, the other is a dog beach perfect for smaller children and your pet.

RRR also has full hook-ups but due to the depth of the canyon, cellular phone service is not available. Future plans call for Wi-Fi. Each campsite has a table and fire pit with a grill, and staff will actually deliver firewood to your campsite in the evening hours. Many of the campsites overlook the river. Because each site has electricity, generators are not permitted, so you can hear the river flowing as you fall asleep! Quads and dirt bikes are restricted from riding in the park....only in and out is allowed.

Debbie Shipley has owned this campground for several years. Due to a tragic accident, her husband Donald Shipley passed away. You can read my earlier tribute to Don on my earlier post entitled "Did You Know This Man?". The community of Washington still mourns the loss  of this wonderful man that was loved by hundreds.

This is their temporary sign at the campground entrance, a new one is in the making.

The horseshoe pits are regulation-tournament grade with flood lights for night time enjoyment

Don was an avid horseshoe player (an expert!) and his resting place is properly marked at the pits pictured above

The large playground is situated next to the showers which are kept exceptionally clean

The Yuba River runs just to the rear of the RVs parked at the far side of the playground

It does not get any better than this on a warm summer day!

This is a view of the dog's swimming hole and is perfect for small children

50 amp service is available for any size RV 

Debbie recently added a new office-store at the entrance with a new, paved approach

Debbie's cabin, right on the river with her golf cart ability to mobile around quietly at night

The Washington Hotel (built in the 1860's) features a full restaurant and bar, which is within walking distance from RRR. Pictured is Hank, the owner

The hotel's outside dining offers a great view of the Yuba River

I have written about my high school friend before. This was our annual gathering and for the first time ever, I won the game! Pictured is the winning moment. Made my day!

River Rest Resort is a treat for families or anyone who desires to get away from it all and still enjoy the creature comforts. Check it out, visit their website for more photos and consider them for a family reunion. they have plenty of room for large guests. 

Visit www.RiverRestResort.com for more information.