Mineral Bar Campground offers 15 tent-only campsites with direct access to the North Fork American River, featuring picnic tables, fire rings, and bear lockers; campers must bring their own water as no potable water is available on-site.

The campground provides easy river access for swimming in rocky pools and serves as a trailhead for hiking along the river's edge, with the area also known for fishing and gold prospecting opportunities.

Located about 15 minutes from Colfax via Iowa Hill Road, sites cost $28-$30 per night and are reservable up to 6 months in advance.