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Berry Creek, California provides access to several camping areas within the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area, including Bidwell Canyon and Loafer Creek campgrounds. The surrounding region encompasses a mix of established campgrounds and more remote options, with accommodations ranging from basic tent sites to RV hookups and cabin rentals. Collins Lake Recreation Area, located in nearby Oregon House, offers diverse camping options including tent sites, RV spaces with hookups, and cabin rentals, while the Oroville-Feather Falls Casino KOA provides similar amenities with additional facilities like laundry services.
Road conditions and accessibility vary throughout the area, with some campgrounds requiring careful navigation on gravel or forest roads. Most developed sites in the Lake Oroville area remain open year-round, though seasonal considerations affect water levels and swimming opportunities. Summer temperatures can reach high levels, making waterfront camping particularly desirable during peak season. Campgrounds like Bidwell Canyon and Loafer Creek provide amenities such as drinking water, showers, and toilets, while more remote locations may offer only basic facilities. Reservations are recommended for developed campgrounds, especially during summer weekends and holidays. As one camper noted about a nearby location, "The drive into the campground is nerve wracking. We are from northern California so we are usually fine with bumpy roads. But towing a trailer I was surprised to find the drive in was partially on a gravel road."
Waterfront access represents a significant draw for campers in the region, with Lake Oroville and Collins Lake providing opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. Several campgrounds offer direct lake access or views, though sites with these features tend to fill quickly during peak season. Campers report varying levels of privacy between sites, with some locations offering spacious, well-separated camping areas while others place sites in closer proximity. Wildlife sightings are common in the area, with bears occasionally spotted near roadways and campgrounds. Fire restrictions are typically enforced during dry summer months, and campers should be prepared for potentially limited cell service in more remote locations. A visitor commented that Collins Lake Recreation Area offers "beautiful campground and lake. Fishing there was wonderful lakeside and great hikes."
"If you are looking for a small campground with full hookups, on the lake, close to Table Mountain and Feather Falls, this is for you."
"Really enjoyed this campground which is part of the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area. The staff where we checked in were helpful with all of our questions about the area."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"This campground is above Marysville California."
"They were both lake front campsites, which meant the water or shoreline was right at our "front door" from our 27' travel trailer."
"Overall a nice campground that is on the hills and above the lake. Some sites have lake views."
from $25 - $125 / night
Check Availability"Water pumps near the sites. Vault toilets, hot water and showers. The campsites do not overlook the water. We visited in the off season with no reservations and there was plenty of availability."
"The lake is super low, but a pleasant campground on our way home."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"Right behind a casino, but a really nice park. Excellent bathrooms and showers. A pool area and dog park. Good Wi-Fi and amenities."
"Every time we’ve been into the store the customer service was superb and security drives around at all time to check the place out. 🤩 The amenities were great but some surprise bonus’ were the big game"
"Location is great especially if you have a boat to launch or just enjoy being at the river. Campsites were nicely laid out. Being in the summer, busy as you might expect."
"There was basically no one around. This campground is pretty huge. Our site was fairly private, yet right across from the bathroom. Very spacious."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"They said it would be okay as long as I had the gear to sleep outside in a tent as well. The place was quiet and we had no issues."
"Very nice campground, but cell coverage is nonexistent outside of one small area."
TravelerWe had a great stay at this RV park. The staff was incredibly friendly and even escorted us to our site, which was a nice personal touch. The park is well maintained, with plenty of mature trees that provide shade and make it feel peaceful. Overall, it's a clean, welcoming campground, and we'd definitely stay here again. Make your reservations early!!
TravelerWe had a great stay at this RV park. The staff was incredibly friendly and even escorted us to our site, which was a nice personal touch. The park is well maintained, with plenty of mature trees that provide shade and make it feel peaceful. Overall, it's a clean, welcoming campground, and we'd definitely stay here again. Make your reservations early!!
TravelerWe had a great stay at this RV park. The staff was incredibly friendly and even escorted us to our site, which was a nice personal touch. The park is well maintained, with plenty of mature trees that provide shade and make it feel peaceful. Overall, it's a clean, welcoming campground, and we'd definitely stay here again. Make your reservations early!
LegendThe campsites are on both sides of the forest service road. We were never able to locate site 1 so it must have been eliminated.
If you enjoy camping and OHV riding then this should be on your list of campgrounds to visit.
LegendDeanes campground was empty when we visited. There are sites that provide ample space and our 26’ toy hauler would fit in with no trouble.
Vault toilet was clean and most of the camp sites were well maintained.
Of the three campgrounds in this area, Deanes was my favorite.
LegendThis campground is situated between the creek and meadow. At 6100 feet it offers some relief from the valley heat.
When we visited there were three sites, 4-6, which were the nicest of all the sites.
Site 6 is close to the meadow and when we visited this campground there were two deer enjoying the tall grass in the meadow.
Site 5 is closest to the creek and the creek sounds are enjoyable and relaxing.
Site 4 is the largest of all the sites and site 3 is not only small but the road to access the site is in poor condition which makes access difficult.
ScoutWe stayed on a Tuesday night in July and we think there was only one other camper in the campground. We aren’t sure because we arrived at 10:00 pm and didn’t see anyone but then saw them the next morning while touring the entire campground. Paved pads that were somewhat level, concrete picnic tables that were pretty clean, clean bathrooms and showers that required tokens. Pretty nice overall with some campsites arranged for groups of campers while others had good spacing. We stayed in site 28. The fire pit was very tall(36”) and about 75% full of ashes but we did not have a campfire. Mid-July was pretty warm with a low at night of 72. Overall a nice campground that is on the hills and above the lake. Some sites have lake views.
GuideThis appears to be another roadside pullout in the Demonstration Forest area rather than a legal overnight campsite. Based on on-site clarification from CAL FIRE at a nearby listing, overnight camping is not permitted in this Demonstration Forest area. Only the campground run by PG&E is legal.
Guide--- Not a legal campsite: confirmed by CAL FIRE ---
I originally stopped here with an in-progress cargo trailer conversion because this looked like an excellent roadside pullout: large, easy to access, relatively level, and long enough to maneuver a truck and trailer without drama. As a short stop, turnaround, or day-use staging spot, it is genuinely useful. However, this should not be listed or treated as an overnight campsite. While I was on-site, I was contacted by Officer Steve Garcia with CAL FIRE, who advised me that overnight camping is not permitted at this location. I had interpreted the posted seasonal“no parking” signage as suggesting that public use might be allowed outside the snow-removal season, but he clarified that the signage relates to snow removal and does not authorize overnight camping in the Demonstration Forest area. For practical details: the pullout itself is easy to enter and exit, with enough room for a modest trailer rig to get fully out of traffic and turn around. Road noise drops off substantially overnight, though traffic begins again in the morning. The area may be useful for a brief rest stop, equipment check, turnaround, or day-use pause. But as a camping location, the important information is simple: Do not plan to camp here overnight. I’m updating this review so others don’t make the same assumption I did. This is a good pullout, but it is not a legal overnight campsite.
Camping spots near Berry Creek, California offer diverse options within the Sierra Nevada foothills at elevations ranging from 900 to 2,500 feet. The area experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F between June and September, while spring brings milder conditions with average highs in the 70s. Seasonal wildfire restrictions typically take effect from May through October, limiting open flames at many campsites.
Fishing opportunities: Bidwell Canyon Campground at Lake Oroville provides excellent fishing access with varied catch. According to one camper, "Nice lake, great fishing" while another mentioned the convenience of "fishing there was wonderful lakeside."
Hiking trails: Feather Falls Campground serves as an ideal base for exploring the surrounding wilderness. A visitor explained, "This campground is at the base or trailhead to the hike up to Feather Falls. And it is Feather Falls that makes this worth the trip. The hike up splits into a longer but more gentle hike up the hill or a shorter steeper hike."
Water recreation: Collins Lake Recreation Area offers multiple water activities beyond swimming. "We took the boat on our last trip here and had a great time. Great fishing spots!!" one camper noted. The lake also allows for "paddle boarding and kayaking" according to another visitor.
Wildlife viewing: At Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs, visitors consistently mention wildlife encounters. "Each day a family of deer came thru our site and were so tame they ate fruit right out of the kids' hands. So cool!" reported one camper. Another noted "deer had no problem hanging out with us as we had our meals."
Waterfront sites: Limesaddle - Lake Oroville State Rec Area offers stunning views and direct lake access. A repeat visitor shared: "second time at Limesaddle! Love camping here when visiting my daughter who attends Chico State... we could stay closer but the views, quiet and beauty is worth the 30 min into town!"
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the region maintain high cleanliness standards. At Bidwell Canyon, visitors appreciate that "sites/bathrooms were all very clean, didn't smell at all," while another noted "Bathrooms were top notch clean!" The attention to maintenance makes extended stays more comfortable.
Campsite levelness: Many sites throughout the region present leveling challenges. At Loafer Creek Campground, a camper observed "Most of the sites were not very level," while another at Bidwell Canyon mentioned "A lot of the sites are very uneven, ours was almost terraced, and the tent area was barely big enough for our 8 person tent."
Seasonal considerations: Lake levels fluctuate dramatically throughout the year. One visitor to Bidwell Canyon noted "Unfortunately the beach access/swimming area has turned into a meadow which was nice to see deer but there wasn't a place for the little ones to swim."
Noise factors: Some campgrounds experience unexpected noise disturbances. At River Reflections RV Park, a camper mentioned "I can hear a gun range and a freeway. Basically in town, so not feeling like I'm enjoying nature."
Accessible amenities: Oroville-Feather Falls Casino KOA provides family-friendly facilities. A visitor highlighted "The amenities were great but some surprise bonus' were the big game room, TWO doggy pens. A doggy bath and the most clean campgrounds I've ever seen."
Swimming options: Collins Lake Recreation Area offers safe swimming areas for children during summer months. One camper shared their experience: "We spent practically the whole wknd in the lake. It was the perfect temperature to sit in for hours. No motorized water craft kept it quiet."
Shade considerations: Summer heat requires planning for shade. At Collins Lake, a camper advised "The site gets a lot of sun in the morning and afternoon, so bring a popup canopy for shade—it made a big difference for us!"
Hookup availability: River Reflections RV Park provides complete services for extended stays. "Full hookups. The campground is well maintained with beautiful landscape and access/view of river," noted one RVer. However, connectivity can be an issue as "Cell service is spotty at best and unfortunately WIFI was not working properly."
Site spacing: Campgrounds vary significantly in site separation. Collins Lake campers noted some areas are "right next to each other and there are a ton of people," while others like River Reflections feature "Sites are spread out."
Electrical reliability: Check with campgrounds about electrical service before booking. At Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs, an RVer reported "there wasn't a single day when some campsite didn't have electrical issues, in fact they turned a lot of their RV sites into Tent Sites because of electrical issues."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Berry Creek, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Berry Creek, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 273 campgrounds and RV parks near Berry Creek, CA and 13 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Berry Creek, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Berry Creek, CA is Bidwell Canyon Campground — Lake Oroville State Recreation Area with a 4.4-star rating from 11 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Berry Creek, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 free dispersed camping spots near Berry Creek, CA.
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