Creek-side camping with water hookups draws RVers and tent campers to this Forest Service campground in Plumas National Forest. Sites accommodate smaller rigs with 15-amp electrical connections and potable water access. The forested setting provides natural shade while allowing pets throughout the facility.
Campers use the location as a base for exploring the broader Sierra Nevada region, with Deanes Valley Campground located nearby for additional Forest Service options. The $15 nightly fee covers basic utilities and forest access.
Description
Overview
Located in a mixed connifer forest, this campground offers solitude and easy access to the backcountry trails on the Plumas National Forest. All 8 campsites are first come/ first serve.
Recreation
Camping, OHV and motor routes are accessed from the campground.
Facilities
Each campsite as a fire ring, food storage box, and picnic table One vault toilet is located on site Bring your own water, there is no potable water available Take your trash home with you, there are no trash facilities You must provide your own firewood
Natural Features
Cooler temps from the hot summer sun can be accomplished due to the dense forest surrounding the campground. The South fork of Rock Creek also flows nearby.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 283-0555.
Fee Info
This campground will be managed by staff from May 16th, weather permitting, until September 28th.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundDeanes Valley Family Campground — Plumas National Forest is located in California
Coordinates
39.889637 N
121.025063 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 3 min from Carson City, NV
- 2 hrs 10 min from Yuba City, CA
