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GuideThe Village at Highlands Ranch
This place is glamping at its best! Ample sites, close to the NP, laundry, two restaurants on site, gift shop, etc
Glamping near Meadow Valley, CA
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Plumas Pines Resort and Little Bear RV Park house upscale glamping accommodations near Meadow Valley, providing a comfortable wilderness experience without sacrificing modern amenities. Both locations feature canvas glamping tents and cabin-style glamping units with comfortable beds, electricity, and private decks overlooking scenic landscapes. One guest shared, "The glamping tent had a heated mattress pad to keep warm," highlighting the attention to comfort even in outdoor settings. Little Bear RV Park's glamping options include picnic tables, access to clean showers, and proximity to local hiking trails. Sardine Lake's glamping accommodations offer spectacular views of Sierra granite spires, with some units positioned for optimal lake vistas. These accommodations blend rustic charm with essential comforts, making them ideal for travelers seeking nature immersion without roughing it.
Visitors to these glamping destinations can explore numerous outdoor activities directly from their canvas accommodations. The paved bike path at Eagle Lake extends six miles through pine forests, perfect for morning rides before returning to comfortable glamping quarters. Fishing opportunities abound at nearby lakes, with Collins Lake and Lake Almanor offering boat rentals and shoreline fishing just steps from glamping sites. A recent visitor mentioned, "We spent our time at the pool which is near the flushable toilets and the ice cream parlor, restaurant, and camp store," noting the convenient amenities that complement the glamping experience. During summer months, glamping sites fill quickly, especially those with premium views, so advance reservations are recommended. Winter glamping options are limited, with most locations operating from May through October when temperatures are most favorable for canvas tent accommodations.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Meadow Valley (32)
1. Gansner Bar Campground
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Get a text when availablefrom $31 / night
2. Black Rock Campground
"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."
3. Almanor
"Boat ramp is at the North campground, but if you just have a paddleboard or kayak, you can just walk to the water by just waking down the road and launch at the edge of the lake. "
"Nice distance between most sites."
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Get a text when availablefrom $15 - $100 / night
4. Plumas Pines Resort
"Great staff, easy to get to and find your spot, and convenient spots with decks and hookups. The neighbors were also awesome, and helped us with questions and guidance."
"The sites are close to each other, but every site has a small balcony you can back up next too. Majors Outpost boat rentals are also here and they are Super Friendly."
Check Availabilityfrom $54 - $150 / night
5. Little Bear RV Park
"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."
"The staff was friendly. The bathroom/shower was closed and I wish there had been easier access to the river but other than that it was a great place to stay."
Check Availabilityfrom $39 - $47 / night
6. Collins Lake Recreation Area
"*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."
7. Golden Trout Campground
"This campground had riding trails that could bring you to Sly Creek and secret camping sites that a quad or 4 wheel drive could find. It's closed until 2023 due to the fires."
8. Sardine Lake
"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."
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Get a text when availablefrom $24 - $48 / night
9. Grasshopper Flat
"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."
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Get a text when availablefrom $38 - $100 / night
10. Merrill Campground
"Grew up camping here as a child and have so many great memories of Eagle Lake. Unfortunately things have changed quite a bit due to the shift in climate in the area."
"Right on Eagle Lake in Lassen National Forest, this campground has a mix of electric and non electric sites with views of the lake. Clean bathrooms with mirrors, flush toilets but no showers."
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Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $80 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 35 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 11 min from Yuba City, CA
- 2 hrs 37 min from Redding, CA
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Glamping Reviews near Meadow Valley, CA
166 Reviews of 32 Meadow Valley Campgrounds
- JJacqueline S.
TravelerThe Village at Highlands Ranch
Friendly and clean
I used this RV park while roadtripping in a van. The people were friendly and the bathroom was super clean. I would stay here for tent camping too.
Josiah D.GuideManzanita Lake Camping Cabins — Lassen Volcanic National Park
Cozy but no electric
Generally if I'm getting a cabin and paying extra for it I would like it to have electric. They did have propane heat though which is nice. That aside, the location is great. $5 for shower access for the duration. Close walk to the lake. Lots of wildlife.
Ray D.
RangerThousand Trails Lake of the Springs
Lake of the Springs
Very 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.
Kurt T.TravelerAlmanor
Not a positive review
SAFETY 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.
Heather E.GuideMerrill Campground
Quiet Campground with Stellar Sunsets
Right on Eagle Lake in Lassen National Forest, this campground has a mix of electric and non electric sites with views of the lake. Clean bathrooms with mirrors, flush toilets but no showers. If you want a shower, bike, walk or drive down to the marina where they have private rooms for showers. Boating, kayak and paddleboard in addition to fishing (water is high alkaline which makes for big trout). Quiet campground with big sites.
- Kurt T.Traveler
Almanor
For the North Campground, what a shame and serious safety issues for all.
Simply 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.
Michelle H.GuideSummit Lake North — Lassen Volcanic National Park
Excellent place to visit Lassen NP!
We’ve camped here every year for the past five years. This was the our first trip with our new to us travel trailer. We book six months in advance and always get sites B2 and B3. These sites have a beautiful view of the lake. We get up early and set up our blanket and chairs in our lake spot. The lake is big enough to paddle board and kayak but small enough where you can keep an eye on your kids the entire time.
Zero hook ups whatsoever, but you can use the dump station for free at Manzanita lake on your way up to fill your freshwater and then dump on your way out. Summit Lake North has flush toilets and sinks, I believe Summit Lake South Campground only has vault toilets.
Park Rangers patrol through every once in a while and the bathrooms are cleaned and stocked daily.
There is no cell service but if you drive about five minutes up the hill, you can get some service. It is a short drive to Kings Creek Falls and about a 15 minute drive to bumpass hell.
Highly recommended.
- AAlivia F.Guide
Collins Lake Recreation Area
Collins Lake Camping
Very 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.
Guide to Meadow Valley
Nestled within Plumas County at around 3,500 feet elevation, Meadow Valley provides access to numerous campgrounds throughout the surrounding Plumas National Forest. Summer temperatures typically range from 45-85°F with cool evenings even during July and August. Winter camping options remain limited as most facilities close from late October through April due to snowfall and freezing conditions.
What to do
Hiking nearby trails: From Sardine Lake, access hiking paths leading to Sierra Buttes where panoramic vistas await. "We were able to hike up to volcano lake from our campsite as well as sardine lake and upper sardine lake," shares Erika B. about her Sardine Lake experience.
Fishing in stocked lakes: Collins Lake offers reliable trout fishing throughout the camping season. "Great Lake and RV Park. We stayed in spot 110 with a lakefront view," notes Daniel S. from Collins Lake Recreation Area, where fishing access is available directly from waterfront campsites.
Mountain biking on forest roads: The paved Eagle Lake Recreation Trail extends approximately 6 miles through pine forests. According to Lori T., "We enjoyed walking the paved Eagle Lake Recreation Trail to both Christie Campground and the marina. Each direction is about a 4 mile out and back."
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Meadow Valley area campgrounds vary in site spacing. James W. appreciates Merrill Campground noting, "The sites are spread out and offer a lot of privacy. Full hookups $35, water and electric $30. Dry camp $20."
Lake swimming access: Several campgrounds feature swimming areas. At Little Bear RV Park, Lisa T. found it "very clean and well maintained! A quiet and relaxing place to stay," though she wished for "easier access to the river."
Night sky viewing: With minimal light pollution, stargazing opportunities abound. Gilad S. at Plumas Pines Resort recommends "stargazing when you roam a bit outside the lights of the camp."
What you should know
Seasonal closures affect planning: Most campgrounds operate May through October. At Grasshopper Flat, Ron G. visited in different seasons noting, "Had a great time - large area to spread gear out in, easy walk to semi-private cove on lake."
Mosquitoes can be intense: Insects peak during early summer months. Will M. warns about Merrill Campground: "The bad 🦟 Tons of mosquitoes! The Good- Great campsite in a nice remote area to take in nature."
Reservations essential for weekends: Popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially during summer months. Jennifer Q. shares, "We were lucky to get a FF spot and spent three nights" at Grasshopper Flat.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options for children: Sand Pond near Sardine Lake offers family-friendly swimming. Hannah O. recalls, "My family has been camping here since before I was born and we love it! It's definitely a gem of the Sierras. The lake is beautiful and Sand Pond is great for swimming."
Kid-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds feature additional facilities for children. At Golden Trout Campground, Elaina S. notes the appeal for families: "This campground had riding trails that could bring you to Sly Creek and secret camping sites that a quad or 4 wheel drive could find."
Family-friendly glamping close to Meadow Valley, California: For families seeking glamping options near Meadow Valley, Nathaniel S. recommends Little Bear RV Park: "This clean, quiet, and very family friendly campground offers a mixture of full and partial hookup sites, plus cabins."
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: When choosing RV sites, consider terrain and shade availability. Susan R. shares about her experience at Plumas Pines Resort: "This place is amazing for trailer camping. The sites are close to each other, but every site has a small balcony you can back up next too."
Hookup availability varies: Check specific campground amenities before booking. At Almanor, Kurt T. provides updated information: "North is open, South is closed for Summer 2024... The North campground is OPEN, but you cannot reserve it. First Come First Served (FCFS)."
Seasonal water levels affect access: Lake levels change throughout the season. Ed E. observed at Collins Lake Recreation Area: "In the Spring, the water level is much higher so the water line is closer to the campsites. In the fall, pre-winter, the water level is much lower. It was about a 50 yard walk down to the water from #116 camp site."
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