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Bowman Lake Dispersed

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Bowman Lake Dispersed is located near the Sierra Nevada mountains, featuring rugged terrain with forests and lakes. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic Bowman Lake and hiking trails in the Tahoe National Forest.

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Location

Bowman Lake Dispersed is located in California

Coordinates

39.45808853400466 N
120.61201268924415 W

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

Drive Time

1 hr 49 min from Reno
2 hrs 13 min from Yuba City
2 hrs 20 min from Carson City

Autumn L.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2025

Highly Recommend !

The road to get here is rocky, but worth every second! We love spending our time here. Found a perfect spot with easy access to water right outside of our tent. Very friendly area for our dog - zero ticks the whole weekend! Would highly recommend the drive but make sure your vehicle is able to go up steep rocky roads.

Month of VisitJuly

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Shawn M.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 6, 2024

Lake side Campsites

If you are looking to be near the water and no service, this is perfect. The rough road in I believe must keep some folks out but the lake is amazing.

Month of VisitAugust

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Chris N.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 21, 2024

Great Late Spring Escape

This place was a slice of heaven, but only accessible by way of 4 x 4 with decent clearance. The trail will take you off road for quite some time , but it's well with the adventure. Traction boards and a winch could help you through unexpected obstacles and are recommended to have on hand, but you most likely won't need them. No running water, but there are restroom buildings, fire rings and bear boxes to use. Mosquitoes are abundant here. Don't forget your repellent. The lake is gorgeous, a great fishery, and there are plenty of inspirational views and solitude to be had.

Month of VisitMay

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Bowman Lake Dispersed?

Bowman Lake Dispersed allows vehicles up to 10 feet.

Are fires allowed at Bowman Lake Dispersed?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bowman Lake Dispersed, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Bowman Lake Dispersed have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bowman Lake Dispersed does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Bowman Lake Dispersed?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

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