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Plumas, in northern California, offers year-round outdoor opportunities. This unspoiled wilderness runs the gamut. There are lakes for swimming and fishing.
There are plenty of trails are for hiking and off-roading. The fun doesn't stop in winter, as snow brings out cross country skiers and snowmobilers. No matter how you like to spend time outdoors, this park has something for you.
Bucks Lake serves as the focal point for humans with gills, er, water-lovers. BYOB (bring your own boat) for a day on the water. Fish, swim, or waterski until sunset.
In the winter, Bucks Lake has more than 100 miles of snowmobile trails. You'll have so much fun, you may not realize it's getting dark. If Bucks Lake isn't your thing, this forest has 19 more
Plumas, in northern California, offers year-round outdoor opportunities. This unspoiled wilderness runs the gamut. There are lakes for swimming and fishing.
There are plenty of trails are for hiking and off-roading. The fun doesn't stop in winter, as snow brings out cross country skiers and snowmobilers. No matter how you like to spend time outdoors, this park has something for you.
Bucks Lake serves as the focal point for humans with gills, er, water-lovers. BYOB (bring your own boat) for a day on the water. Fish, swim, or waterski until sunset.
In the winter, Bucks Lake has more than 100 miles of snowmobile trails. You'll have so much fun, you may not realize it's getting dark. If Bucks Lake isn't your thing, this forest has 19 more lakes to enjoy.
The Backcountry Discovery Trail lets you explore remote areas of the forest. SUVs, high-clearance vehicles and ATVs can travel 30 to 50 miles per day on these unpaved roads.
Red Feather Campground is one of eight campgrounds in the area with dozens of single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Spend a few days amongst towering stands of fir and pine trees and enjoy easy lake access for swimming, boating and fishing. Light up the grill and smoke some freshly-caught salmon and think to yourself, hallelujah, this might Read more...
Lower Bucks Campground sits on the small Lower Bucks Lake, just a short walk to the large and scenic Bucks Lake. Boating and fishing are quite popular here—you can rent boats and purchase supplies at nearby resorts. There is also great hiking nearby, so explore the surrounding forest or plop yourself down at the beach all day—your pick!
Queen Lily Campground is quiet, serene campground in Plumas National Forest. You’re in bear country, so make sure you store food properly—there’s a bear box on site. If you’re a rock climber, head over to Grizzly Dome for the day. There is also great hiking nearby, including the Pacific Crest Trail and Yellow Creek Trail.
Feather River Falls is one of the most stunning waterfalls to view in Northern California just outside of Oroville. Although the trail is tough, it is surely worth the unrivaled views. Best get an early start and camp out at the Feather Falls Trailhead Campground’s first-come first-served sites.
Silver Lake Campground is in a forested area near the banks of the lake. There is no swimming permitted in Silver Lake, but knock yourself out with fishing! You’ll have easy access to Bucks Lake Wilderness, and great hiking trails including the Gold Lake and Granite Gap Trails.
Black Rock Campground Walk-in Tent Campground ain’t no Black Rock City, but the views will certainly do! Campsites are nestled against the picturesque Grass Valley Reservoir outside of La Porte. It’ll be just like Burning Man, but without all the people. Nature will provide the art installations.
The South Fork Feather River in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains is a camping gem where you are sure to strike gold. The Golden Trout Campground might be a good place to start this search. Swim in the river, hike on some trails, fish for your dinner, and enjoy the serene campsites under golden California sunshine.
Rogers Cow Camp is a small rustic campground that’ll make you feel like you really escaped reality. It’s a popular motorcycle staging area with single track trails and all campsites have handicap-accessible features (one is fully accessible). Scenes from Gone With The Wind were shot in the nearby town of Paradise, right off Stark Lake.
Gansner Bar Campground is a shady and quiet spot that sits on the north fork of Feather River. Enjoy fishing or tubing on the river, and berry picking in late summer. There’s a small store in Caribou where you can pick up some essentials. Make sure you BYOB to this bar!
Black bears do frequent the area but this large, family campground is plenty safe, just take precautions. Grizzly Campground is located in a beautifully forested area less than a mile from Lake Davis. Got adventure? No worries! Hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, biking, and what were we talking about? Oh yeah, there’s lots to do here!
Get right in the thick of it--the thick of pine and fir forest that is--at Running Deer Campground. Take a dip the Little Grass Valley Reservoir (and try to snag one of the sites overlooking it) or keep landlocked and head down the 14. 5 mile Lakeshore Trail both accessible within a mile from the campsite. Flushing toilets, drinking water and pave Read more...
Embrace the refreshing escape at Hallsted Campground. With front row seats along the Feather River, this prime spot will have you dancing away those civilization blues in no time. A few shots around the campfire and you’ll be filled with the all of the warm and fuzzy camp vibes you’ve been craving. Mornings are great for exploring the forested Sie Read more...
One of three family campgrounds, Grasshopper Flat Campground is the turnkey experience for turning on the next gen. Located in the Lake David recreation area, Grasshopper Flat loops around a hilltop staring down at the crystal blue water of Lake Davis. Hike, swim, boat, fish, *hot showers*–it’s got it all. Tighten up little Jack’s hiking boots and Read more...
Plumas National Forest
You have plenty to partake in the potentially ponderous place called Plumas.
Plumas, in northern California, offers year-round outdoor opportunities. This unspoiled wilderness runs the gamut. There are lakes for swimming and fishing.
There are plenty of trails are for hiking and off-roading. The fun doesn't stop in winter, as snow brings out cross country skiers and snowmobilers. No matter how you like to spend time outdoors, this park has something for you.
Bucks Lake serves as the focal point for humans with gills, er, water-lovers. BYOB (bring your own boat) for a day on the water. Fish, swim, or waterski until sunset.
In the winter, Bucks Lake has more than 100 miles of snowmobile trails. You'll have so much fun, you may not realize it's getting dark. If Bucks Lake isn't your thing, this forest has 19 more
Plumas, in northern California, offers year-round outdoor opportunities. This unspoiled wilderness runs the gamut. There are lakes for swimming and fishing.
There are plenty of trails are for hiking and off-roading. The fun doesn't stop in winter, as snow brings out cross country skiers and snowmobilers. No matter how you like to spend time outdoors, this park has something for you.
Bucks Lake serves as the focal point for humans with gills, er, water-lovers. BYOB (bring your own boat) for a day on the water. Fish, swim, or waterski until sunset.
In the winter, Bucks Lake has more than 100 miles of snowmobile trails. You'll have so much fun, you may not realize it's getting dark. If Bucks Lake isn't your thing, this forest has 19 more lakes to enjoy.
The Backcountry Discovery Trail lets you explore remote areas of the forest. SUVs, high-clearance vehicles and ATVs can travel 30 to 50 miles per day on these unpaved roads.
Activities in the park
49 campgrounds in Plumas National Forest
Red Feather Campground is one of eight campgrounds in the area with dozens of single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Spend a few days amongst towering stands of fir and pine trees and enjoy easy lake access for swimming, boating and fishing. Light up the grill and smoke some freshly-caught salmon and think to yourself, hallelujah, this might Read more...
Lower Bucks Campground sits on the small Lower Bucks Lake, just a short walk to the large and scenic Bucks Lake. Boating and fishing are quite popular here—you can rent boats and purchase supplies at nearby resorts. There is also great hiking nearby, so explore the surrounding forest or plop yourself down at the beach all day—your pick!
Queen Lily Campground is quiet, serene campground in Plumas National Forest. You’re in bear country, so make sure you store food properly—there’s a bear box on site. If you’re a rock climber, head over to Grizzly Dome for the day. There is also great hiking nearby, including the Pacific Crest Trail and Yellow Creek Trail.
Feather River Falls is one of the most stunning waterfalls to view in Northern California just outside of Oroville. Although the trail is tough, it is surely worth the unrivaled views. Best get an early start and camp out at the Feather Falls Trailhead Campground’s first-come first-served sites.
Silver Lake Campground is in a forested area near the banks of the lake. There is no swimming permitted in Silver Lake, but knock yourself out with fishing! You’ll have easy access to Bucks Lake Wilderness, and great hiking trails including the Gold Lake and Granite Gap Trails.
Located off the southwest section of Gold Lake, Gold Lake 4X4 Campground has access to trails for OHV vehicles at an impressive 6,400 feet.
Black Rock Campground Walk-in Tent Campground ain’t no Black Rock City, but the views will certainly do! Campsites are nestled against the picturesque Grass Valley Reservoir outside of La Porte. It’ll be just like Burning Man, but without all the people. Nature will provide the art installations.
The South Fork Feather River in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains is a camping gem where you are sure to strike gold. The Golden Trout Campground might be a good place to start this search. Swim in the river, hike on some trails, fish for your dinner, and enjoy the serene campsites under golden California sunshine.
Rogers Cow Camp is a small rustic campground that’ll make you feel like you really escaped reality. It’s a popular motorcycle staging area with single track trails and all campsites have handicap-accessible features (one is fully accessible). Scenes from Gone With The Wind were shot in the nearby town of Paradise, right off Stark Lake.
Gansner Bar Campground is a shady and quiet spot that sits on the north fork of Feather River. Enjoy fishing or tubing on the river, and berry picking in late summer. There’s a small store in Caribou where you can pick up some essentials. Make sure you BYOB to this bar!
Black bears do frequent the area but this large, family campground is plenty safe, just take precautions. Grizzly Campground is located in a beautifully forested area less than a mile from Lake Davis. Got adventure? No worries! Hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, biking, and what were we talking about? Oh yeah, there’s lots to do here!
Get right in the thick of it--the thick of pine and fir forest that is--at Running Deer Campground. Take a dip the Little Grass Valley Reservoir (and try to snag one of the sites overlooking it) or keep landlocked and head down the 14. 5 mile Lakeshore Trail both accessible within a mile from the campsite. Flushing toilets, drinking water and pave Read more...
Embrace the refreshing escape at Hallsted Campground. With front row seats along the Feather River, this prime spot will have you dancing away those civilization blues in no time. A few shots around the campfire and you’ll be filled with the all of the warm and fuzzy camp vibes you’ve been craving. Mornings are great for exploring the forested Sie Read more...
One of three family campgrounds, Grasshopper Flat Campground is the turnkey experience for turning on the next gen. Located in the Lake David recreation area, Grasshopper Flat loops around a hilltop staring down at the crystal blue water of Lake Davis. Hike, swim, boat, fish, *hot showers*–it’s got it all. Tighten up little Jack’s hiking boots and Read more...