Little Bear RV Park in Blairsden houses upscale glamping accommodations with full modern amenities in the picturesque Plumas National Forest region. Glampers can stay in furnished canvas tents and luxury cabins equipped with electricity, heating, and comfortable beds. The resort offers picnic tables, showers, and toilets within walking distance of accommodations. All units are situated on well-maintained grass areas with shade trees. Additional amenities include an on-site market, trash removal, and drinking water. The property maintains special areas for pets with a large dog area. "This clean, quiet, and very family friendly campground offers a mixture of full and partial hookup sites, plus cabins. It's right on the Feather river, with a refreshing swimming hole walking distance from the campground," noted one guest.
Sardine Lake Campground provides access to stunning alpine lakes and natural attractions that enhance the glamping experience. Located at the base of the Sierra Buttes, this luxury outdoor destination allows visitors to explore Upper and Lower Sardine Lakes, with boating and fishing opportunities available at each location. Hiking trails connect directly to the campground, including paths to Sand Pond for swimming and the challenging Sierra Buttes trail for panoramic mountain views. The area features drinking water stations, clean restroom facilities, and picnic areas positioned to maximize scenic vistas. According to a camper, "The lake is beautiful and Sand Pond is great for swimming. There is plenty of hiking and fishing around and it is such a peaceful place to relax and read a book." Reservations are recommended for the May to October season, especially for weekend stays.
"The typical Sierra granite spires around the lake make for the scenery. There's a bar/shack on the water at the resort which is so cute and fun too."
"We had great time at sardine lake campground. Great place for active families. Gorgeous view of sardine lake and sand pond in walking distance and lots of other lakes around the area."
Campground full this weekend
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"Surprised how well maintained and friendly staff assisting with set up. Nice dog large area without enclosed fencing. All short term campers are located in the center very cozy."
"Staff has been great. Very clean. Close to Graeagle, Ca. Lakes and fishing nearby."
from $39 - $47 / night
"There was tons of shade, common area bathrooms and no fees for adding a second vehicle to a site. We were able to share a site which helps with cost."
"Had a great time here - terrific proximity to lake & decent sized camping sites. Nearby Portola, & easy drive from the Reno area."
Campground full this weekend
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"So remote and private but everything you need at the campground with water access within walking distance. Sites are great with picnic tables and bathrooms near by."
"Bugs were minimal, a far cry from about 3 weeks ago at a nearby site. We were in Site 16, which has the ‘camp’ side opposite of our camper door - only reason we gave 4 stars & not 5."
Campground full this weekend
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"Small lake perfect for kayak fishing."
"Nice campground at great lake. Nice water for swimming. Fire rings and benches for each site. A dirt road to get to the campsite, but doable for experienced drivers or high clearance cars."
"Very pretty views of the valley from the campground, and having hiking trails start from the campground was really nice. Only complaints are very close neighbors and little shade."
"There was plenty of parking space, picnic tables, and a large fire pit at the group site. The river is beautiful."
"Agree with other reviews regarding road noise though. Noisy during the day, but much quieter at night."
Campground full this weekend
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"Everything is paved, and all of the sites are within walking distance of the reservoir. This campsite is extremely family-friendly, and I will be bringing my family back here in the future!"
"The campsite was close to other campers, but not right on top of them. The location is ideal. Bathrooms were the least favorite part, only one bathroom (with 4 stalls?)"
from $32 / night
"*pros: great little market, very nice staff, clean, great views *cons: rocky watch your step, especially at the beach and a long the shore."
"We’ve been to Collins Lake a few times and we love it! Lots of different camping spots and the lake is stocked with fish. Ice cream at the store is a must."
TravelerThis site does not recognize any state or federal pass the rate starts for 40 a day then they charge per person and per pet grand total for a one night stay with hookups 62$ for one RV one person one dog . 
RangerVery nice 1970 style park most spots only has water and electricity. Section X is full hook ups and close to all amenities. Lots of deers and gray squirrels playing about the park. Nice beach area with rental boats. Restrooms and laundry areas in good shape. This is a nice area to camp.
ScoutExcellent staff and facilities. Quite. Well located and laid out.
TravelerSAFETY HAZARDS: So many trees cut down with branches and debris left over and not picked up by the contractor or the USFS that could cause injury or death. Imagine tripping or falling in a hole and being punctured by pointy branches. I am sure this was not inspected after the contractor left or prior to departure.
HEALTH: Womens bathroom was open on Saturday 12 Sep 26, but then it was locked on Sunday 13 Sep 26. Water spigots were also turned off outside. The RV dump station down the street was also closed too. Not sure what happening here as it is not the end of the season yet.
SITES: Images online are not current/out-of-date, don't trust it. Many sites including mine had a lot of trees and now it has 1 or 2, with many stumps and debris left behind. Many sites have zero trees now. Our 20ft campervan barely fit on the asphalt pad and many were only about 10-15 feet long and then others were over 50. I guess you take a chance on what is real and what is not.
SIDEBAR: Over at the North campground, I saw cleanup crews with chainsaws doing work within 10-15 feet of a family who was camping and eating breakfast at the table. I would think this would be a not only a noise issue but also flying debris issue. I guess the USFS does not care about safety of the paying public.
OVERALL: I understand fire prevention, but when you cut down living trees and leave behind the branches and such to dry out, now that is a new fire hazard along with the safety hazard. So sad to see such nice campgrounds being turned into such eyesores and hazards. If you have small children, senior citizens or pets, I would strongly urge you not to make a reservation here. If you just need to a place to park your camper(not tent) then it would be okay as long as you are away during the day as there is very limited shade now. Oh, I forget to say my parents raised me here and they lived here after I went in the Navy and this is an embarrassment to the Almanor Ranger District in Chester.
GuideSpent two nights in site 13, it was the site directly across from the camp host. Host was kind, very present and always cleaning and ensuring the camp was spotless! DO NOT take a trailer beyond the little gate to the “back” of the camp ground, the northern most part. We took our 32’ trailer through the gate because satellite images show a cul-dê-sac like turn around area. It is still present, however it is also a campsite and with people occupying the site, turning around is impossible. We had to back our trailer back down the road and into the main area again.
Bathrooms are clean! River nearby was refreshing and has a few small human made dams that allow for wading and safe play areas for kiddos. Chilly nights and hot days!
Scout5 stars for the campground itself. I've been camping at Lodgepole in Sequoia National Park since 1984, when I was just 20 years old. I have loved every camping trip since(at least 30 plus times)! The campsites are great, the grounds, and trails are well-maintained, and safe. I love that the general store is easy to get to and has ice and extras that we may have forgotten to bring. However, we have noticed over past few years that the restrooms in the campground have become increasingly filthy. I get that people walk in with dirt all over their shoes, so of course the floors will be dirty, but it's unacceptable to allow the toilets to be so gross! I will leave out the unpleasant details! I asked a young park ranger how often the restrooms are cleaned and he said every day. Apparently they source out the cleaning. It's obvious that all they do is sweep the floors, empty the trash and provide more TP. The sinks, and floors look like they haven't been scrubbed in a long time, and I noticed the toilets looked as bad the day we got there to the day they left. I remember in the 80's and 90's seeing rangers doing a very thorough cleaning each morning. We would walk in and could smell the cleaning chemicals, and the floor would be wet from mopping. Also, the showers are dirty too. They removed the benches in the individual shower stalls so there's no place to put your clean clothes. Do better Lodgepole!
TravelerSimply put, I am embarrassed to say that this one was opened with major safety issues. I was even told by a person at the Almanor Ranger Office in Chester that they were forced to open this campground.
Safety issues:
-Trees were fell and slash was left behind without cleanup by contractor.
-Boulders were moved and above mentioned slash was covering the holes left by the moved boulders creating major safety trip/fall hazards. These hazards could cause twisted and/or broken legs and feet and more.
-Fire Hazard: Above mentioned slash was left behind everywhere for it to dry out an become a major fire hazard. Yes, the camp site around the table and fire ring was cleared, but only by about 10-15 feet.
-Limited walking areas: As the slash was left behind, areas for walking or the kids playing was like walking in a minefield. Even on the paved drive path, there is holes and to move out of the way for trucks/campers requires movement onto the above ,mentioned slash that was not cleaned up.
I grew up in this area and after being gone in the military for over 30 years, I came home. This poor campground is a disgrace and I am deeply saddened by the condition the USFS and it's contractor left it in. If I was in charge, I would not have let it open for public use due to the safety issues.
What a shame.
GuideVery popular in the summer!! Amazing lake front campsites with incredible views. Also kind of pricey. There’s onsite security and a big store with delicious icecream. Totally incredible fishing opportunities.
RangerLovely spots, no hookups, close to the highway but far enough off we couldn’t hear it. Stream is lovely, wish we had more time to spend.
Dispersed camping near Graeagle, California offers multiple options in the Plumas National Forest, where elevations range between 4,500 and 6,500 feet. The area experiences warm summer days with temperatures typically in the 70-80°F range, with cool nights dropping into the 40-50°F range. Camping season generally runs from late May through mid-October when mountain snow has melted.
Fishing at alpine lakes: Jackson Meadows Reservoir at East Meadow Campground provides excellent fishing opportunities with easy shore access. "So remote and private but everything you need at the campground with water access within walking distance. Sites are great with picnic tables and bathrooms near by," notes Aliona C. Some campers even moor their boats just offshore for convenience.
Hiking to Sierra Buttes: The challenging Sierra Buttes trail near Grasshopper Flat Campground rewards hikers with panoramic views. "Surprised how well maintained and friendly staff assisting with set up. Nice dog large area without enclosed fencing. All short term campers are located in the center very cozy," explains Angela G. Most hikers allocate 3-4 hours for the round-trip journey.
Kayaking and paddleboarding: Lake of the Woods offers calm waters ideal for paddling. "Nice campground at great lake. Nice water for swimming. Fire rings and benches for each site," reports Robert. The lake features shallow areas with white sand bottoms, making it perfect for beginners.
Natural swimming areas: The Feather River provides swimming opportunities near Little Bear RV Park. "Very clean and well maintained! A quiet and relaxing place to stay. The staff was friendly," shares Lisa T. Sand Pond near several campgrounds offers another popular swimming spot with warmer water than the surrounding alpine lakes.
Wildlife viewing: Birdwatching opportunities abound at Grasshopper Flat, where visitors report seeing bald eagles, pelicans, woodpeckers, and ravens. "Great, large sites that are well maintained. Sites are roughly 100 yards from the lake...Saw a Bald Eagle dive and grab a fish," recalls Dan S. Early mornings provide the best wildlife viewing opportunities.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds throughout the area maintain high cleanliness standards. "Campground was situated nicely with perfect trees for our hammocks and bathrooms were tidy. Beautiful hiking within minutes of the campground with gorgeous views of the lake and boulders - and even waterfalls," describes Danielle B. Most established campgrounds offer pit or flush toilets.
Road conditions: Access roads to more remote camping areas can be challenging. "A dirt road to get to the campsite, but doable for experienced drivers or high clearance cars," advises Robert about Lake of the Woods. Some higher elevation sites remain snow-covered until late June in heavy snow years.
Cell service limitations: Most campgrounds in the area have no cellular coverage. "No cell service and no services at the campsite so pick up firewood from the one motel/cafe/gas/market on the way in," warns Danielle B. The town of Graeagle offers limited service for most carriers.
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