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Conklin Park Campgrounds

Conklin Park Campgrounds, near Plumas, California, is a hidden treasure tucked away in the Plumas National Forest. This spot is perfect for those who crave a bit of solitude and the sounds of nature, with a peaceful creek nearby and the rustling of trees to keep you company.

The campground offers a few essential amenities, including picnic tables and vault toilets, making it a comfortable place to set up camp. Visitors have noted the unique atmosphere created by the surrounding burned trees from a past fire, which adds a touch of spookiness but also a serene beauty to the landscape. One camper described it as “very peaceful,” highlighting the tranquility that comes with being away from the hustle and bustle.

Getting to Conklin Park can be an adventure in itself, with a rocky, bumpy road leading you there. It’s wise to bring a spare tire and check ahead to ensure the site is open. Those who make the trek are rewarded with a well-kept secret that feels like a true escape into the wild. As one happy camper put it, “It is well worth the wear and tear to see such an amazing jewel.”

While the campsites are somewhat close together, many have enjoyed the sense of privacy they found during their stay. If you’re up for a little adventure and respect the local wildlife, this campground could be your next favorite spot to unwind and connect with nature.

Description

National Forest

Plumas National Forest

This campground sustained severe damage from the Dixie Fire in 2021. Visitors should always check Alerts and Notices on the Plumas National Forest website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/plumas/alerts-notices

This nine unit campground is located approximately eight miles northwest of Frenchman Lake. This is a quiet campground situated along a small creek. Vault toilets, tables, fire rings and food lockers are provided. There is no water or garbage service. Pack out all trash.

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Location

Conklin Park Campgrounds is located in California

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Directions

From Portola head east on Highway 70 to Beckwourth.  Turn left on County Road 111 and proceed north for approximately nine miles to Forest Service Road 26N70.  Proceed approximately nine miles to campground.

Coordinates

40.04700021 N
120.368 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Aug. 4, 2023

Secluded

It took a while for us to find this spot in the dark, but once we did, we were the only ones there. That + the fact that the forest clearly had a large fire within the past couple of years made it a little spooky. But it was actually very peaceful! We could hear the little creek and the wind through the burned trees. There was one clean vault toilet at the site and a nice concrete picnic table and a container to keep your things safe from bears at each campsite. Campsites were somewhat close together, but like I said before, we were completely alone.

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Reviewed May. 13, 2021

Bring a spare tire & call ahead of time!

This is by far one of my favorites, as long as you can hang with the long rocky, bumpy dirt road to get there. Be sure to bring a spare tire & call ahead of time to make sure it's open.

It's a beautiful, quite, well kept secret that if you don't mind adventure & can be a very smart camper in Bear & Mountain Lion Country......Respect that WE are the visitors in their home, not the other way around.....it is well worth the ware n' tear & time to see such a amazing Jewel.

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Month of VisitMay
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  • Review photo of Conklin Park Campgrounds by Chelsea D., May 13, 2021
  • Review photo of Conklin Park Campgrounds by Chelsea D., May 13, 2021
Reviewed Apr. 1, 2021

No!?

I went because the one review looked great but after hours of driving the destination led me no where. Had to go down the street and pay.

Reviewed Aug. 7, 2020

MY HAPPY PLACE

I LOVE THIS SPOT, COULDN'T GET ANY BETTER UNLESS THEY PUT IN A SHOWER.....which I just bring my own! This is favorite by far!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Conklin Park Campgrounds?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Conklin Park Campgrounds, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.