Potato Patch Campground, near Chester, California, is a charming spot for those looking to escape into nature. With its spacious sites and a laid-back vibe, it’s perfect for families and friends wanting to enjoy some quality time outdoors.

The campground offers clean vault toilets and ample drinking water, making it a comfortable choice for dry camping. Visitors have highlighted the easy access to Deer Creek, which is great for trout fishing, and many recommend checking out the nearby trails for a bit of adventure. As one camper noted, “Fishing is made easy as the Creek is planted two times a month.”

While there are no electric hookups or showers, the campground’s rustic charm and the surrounding greenery create a welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the clean facilities and the friendly crowd, primarily made up of tent campers. One happy camper mentioned, “Large spaces and great easy-going people.”

If you’re up for exploring, the area is rich with hiking opportunities, and the peaceful setting is ideal for unwinding after a day of activities. Just keep in mind that it can fill up quickly on weekends, so plan accordingly. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Potato Patch Campground offers a refreshing retreat into the great outdoors.

Potato Patch Campground is shaded by towering pines and firs\_\_and conveniently located along [Deer Creek][1].\_\_Potato Patch Campground is a very popular spot for getting away from the valley heat. A developed campground with 32 designated sites, there is a maximum of 8 people per site. Some sites equipped to accommodate RVs and/or are ADA accessible. Grills and tables are provided. Excellent trout fishing can be found all along Deer Creek. 

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Potato Patch Campground

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paved campground with no hookups but nice spacious spots. The creek is pretty, but the road is a lIttle noIsy. You can drive a little ways down the road and there’s a trailhead. 
If you’re travelling and just stopping for a couple nights this place is great, but I wouldn’t make it a week long destination trip. 

Clean campground by creek & road

Deer creek river is easily accessible from all the camp spots. Nice condition with fire pits and tables. No spots are directly on the river so theres no intrusion through other camp spots with people in them. Fills up fast on weekends. The pit toilets near the entrance is really low which is great for smaller children. 

Quick get away

Great campsites, wide open spaces available for families. Will camp here again

Family Camping

I love the potato patch. Large spaces and great easy going people; primarily tent campers.  Clean, clean creek...Deer Creek, Lassen Snow melt.

Fishing is made easy as the Creek is planted two times a month.

This place is awesome 

We went Memorial Day weekend, so it was a bit busy, but there were still spaces available.

The area is covered in greenery and it is next to Deer Creek with easy access for trout fishing.

Bathrooms were okay, there were air fresheners inside, but the knob was broken so it wouldn’t shut properly, so flies would come in. The door has a deadbolt for when you use it. Running water was directly outside the restroom.

Each site had a picnic table and a fire pit, we made good use of both.

Great family campground

Super cute campground close to ChicoCA. 45 min or so! Dry camping, no hookups. Perfect for a weekend away. We brought our 19' trailer and it fit perfectly! Clean restrooms, creek access, family friendly! We had rain night 1 but was hot the next day 🤷‍♀️

Great for Dry Camping! 

This is a nice little campground on highway 32. Has all the basics needed. 

Nice Campground 

Spent 3 nights here in late May, dry camping. Campground has clean vault toilets and ample drinking water. We were in a site close to the road but recommend a site closer to the creek. Note: no easy access to creek from campground, so recommend going to the red bridge to access trails.  FYI… Fairly remote, closet town is Chester, 30 miles away.  No cell signal on any carrier. Great fly fishing on Dry Creek!

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