Dispersed Camping
Buckeye Hot Springs
Buckeye Hot Springs is located near the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters in California. The area features rugged terrain with natural hot springs nearby. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer, making it suitable for various outdoor activities.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Overview
Buckeye campground provides a quiet camping experience. The campground is on Buckeye Creek and is shaded by Jeffrey and Lodgepole pines. Hiking along Buckeye Creek into the nearby Hoover Wilderness. Hiking on Eagle Creek to the flanks of Eagle Mountain. Buckeye hot springs (140 degrees F) is just east of the campground. The spring comes out above the creek, over a rock overhang, which creates a cave-like area in the pool. Another small spring is upstream. This is a very popular spring year round. Fishing in Buckeye Creek offers different kind of fishing experience to get away from crowds.__
Natural Features
The Buckeye campground is at an elevation of 7000 feet.____ Caution: Black bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers. Opening and closing dates depend heavily upon weather conditions.
Location
Buckeye Hot Springs is located in California
Directions
1. Follow Highway 395 south from Bridgeport, turn left and travel approximately seven miles on Twin Lakes Road. 2. Turn right on Buckeye Road at Doc and Al's Resort and travel about 3 miles. 3. Turn left at fork and travel another mile to campground.
Coordinates
38.2389 N
119.3254 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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