🏞️ River Swim
🟢 Easy $10/vehicle CA State Parks day-use fee ⚠️ Safety Note
🌊 About South Yuba River (Highway 49 Crossing / Purdon Crossing)
A beloved Sierra foothill swimming river with numerous granite-bottomed pools, several popular for cliff jumping — part of California's largest state park, with dozens of miles of protected river frontage.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle CA State Parks day-use fee
Water Temperature
💧 Cool, clear, snowmelt-influenced
Water Type
Granite-bottomed river swimming holes
Managed By
South Yuba River State Park (California State Parks)
County
Nevada County, California
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
South Yuba River State Park, Hwy 49, near Nevada City, CA 95959
Access Notes:
Easy access at developed crossings; popular cliff-jumping spots exist at some pools — depth and submerged rock hazards should be checked before jumping
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $10/vehicle CA State Parks day-use fee
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace