Amenities

Picnic Table
Potable Water
Trash

Activities

Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming

Terrain

Forest
Lake
River

About this space

Jones Bar Farm is a quiet little seven acre hobby farm at the end of the paved section of Jones Bar Rd in Nevada City, CA. We have 4 alpacas and about a dozen chickens, who free-range all over the farm. The farm is perched near the edge of the South Yuba River canyon at about 2100 ft elevation. We are "above the fog, and below the snow (usually)." Summers are hot and dry here. Daytime temps in...

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Reviews • 33

★★★★★ (33 reviews)
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Laura N.
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Nov 2022

What a great spot! It was conveniently located to both Nevada City and Grass Valley, yet in the beautiful countryside. The sunset was amazing and the farm animals adorable. There was plenty of roo...

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Hadley F.
☆☆☆☆☆
May 2023

We spent a night here in our truck camper for a lovely evening at the farm! The land is beautiful, and there are all kinds of animals around (llamas, chickens, dogs, and cats). Overall, this was a...

AI Review Summary

Jones Bar Farm offers a beautiful and serene camping experience, with spacious sites and friendly hosts who are attentive to guests' needs. Campers appreciate the charming farm animals and the stunning sunset views, making it a perfect spot for relaxation. However, some visitors noted limited bathroom facilities and the potential for prickly terrain during hot summer months. Overall, it's a well-loved campsite that many plan to revisit.

Highlights
  • Beautiful and serene setting
  • Friendly and accommodating hosts
  • Spacious sites with ample shade
  • Close proximity to Nevada City and Grass Valley
  • Farm animals add charm to the experience
  • Great sunset and sunrise views
  • Well-maintained property with clean facilities
Considerations
  • Limited bathroom facilities (only ground options)
  • Some areas can be dry and prickly in summer
  • Occasional noise from farm animals (like roosters)
  • Access to local swimming holes may require 4WD
  • Hot weather during summer visits