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Gansner Bar Campground

Gansner Bar Campground is located near Belden in Plumas National Forest. The area features forested terrain with the Feather River nearby, offering opportunities for fishing and hiking. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and visitors can explore the nearby Pacific Crest Trail and scenic views of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

Description

National Forest

Plumas National Forest

Overview

Gansner Bar Campground is located on Highway 70 just east of the Highway 89 intersection; just east of where Spanish Creek and Indian Creek merge together to create the east branch of the North Fork Feather River. The campground is very popular. Although the campground has been recently upgraded, it still holds the charm that it did in years past.

Recreation

Anglers enjoy a healthy supply of rainbow trout in the nearby Feather River, which is within walking distance from the campground. The river and nearby Gansner Bar are also popular for swimming and wading activities.

Natural Features

This campground is located in the Plumas National Forest, which is attractive to outdoor enthusiasts because of its many streams and lakes, beautiful deep canyons, rich mountain valleys, meadows, and lofty peaks. Gansner Bar is in the Feather River Canyon, at an elevation of 2,000 feet.

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Location

Gansner Bar Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

40.0199 N
121.2231 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed May. 18, 2021

Nice place

A sweet little campground located right on the Feather River. Clean facilities, fun fishing. Sites are spacious and include covered picnic bench and fire pit. NO HOOKUPS. Dumpsite 2 miles up the road.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Gansner Bar Campground by Petar M., May 18, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Gansner Bar Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Gansner Bar Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Gansner Bar Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is available.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Gansner Bar Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Gansner Bar Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Gansner Bar Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Gansner Bar Campground?

    There are 14 campsites at Gansner Bar Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts