1 campground with availability next weekend
Snake Lake Campground in Plumas National Forest provides equestrian sites for horse owners camping near Quincy. Located about 9 miles from town and 2-3 miles off the highway, this free Forest Service campground features fire rings, bear boxes, and outhouses. Large, well-spaced sites accommodate both horses and camping equipment with ample room between campsites. The forested setting offers dirt roads suitable for horse trailers, though visitors should note that no water is available apart from the lake, which is generally overgrown. Hikers, 4-wheelers, and anglers share the area, creating a multi-use recreation destination within the national forest.
Horse Campground near Oroville offers additional equestrian camping opportunities within reasonable driving distance of Quincy. This established campground accommodates both tent and RV campers traveling with horses. The site includes picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets maintained for visitor use. Reservations are available for those planning horse camping trips in advance. Trails near Quincy connect to scenic riding routes through Plumas National Forest, with access to diverse terrain including meadows, forests, and mountain views. The area provides excellent opportunities for day rides from base camps, with several campgrounds positioned to maximize trail access while meeting basic needs for equestrians and their animals.
"Walking trails connect to the campground! What a delight and right near Bucks Lake!
It is bear country, and the campsite was visited by a bear at night.""Clean campground, great fishing, and nice trail around lake. Kids love camping here. Bathrooms are kept clean and stocked 2-3x a day."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $31 / night
from $15 / night
"There is also a water access to go easing and a few deep spots for swimming. There are also 3 Poké stops and a gym for Pokémon Go players."
"It's close to the lake and market. We love to get ice cream before dinner :) Only negative - not all of the spaces have bear boxes and we had a nice visitor one morning."
"It's along a cove in the lake. Super nice hosts and nice campers. The bathrooms are kind of gross but that's expected. Always camp here when we go to the lake."
"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."
"Mind you this lake isn’t far from Reno, NV and surrounding valleys so it can get quite rowdy at night during peak season. Would not recommend for families looking for a quiet, serene getaway."
"The lake is perfect for fishing, kayaking, and splashing around."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $23 / night
"Great walking trails group sites are great love it"
"With pristine wilderness surrounding your tent, you can camp alongside the beautiful reservoir."
from $20 / night
"Just a short drive down a forest service dirt road and you'll find yourself at Soldier Meadows---a gem of a campground!"
GuideGreat CG, bigger than expected but spots are spread out. Cool pine forest, pretty lake, Cinder Cone Hike worth the sweat for the views. Stayed in site 8, not super level for a van, but made it work.
GuideThis is quintessential California no frills forest camping under trees that are so tall they muffle all sound, where the dirt is so infused with pine needles that it smells like incense. Although this is a horse camp, anyone can camp here. It is primitive, but if you have your own toilet you'll be ok. Otherwise, you can use the old pit toilets provided. Because this is a horse camp, the sites are spacious. Kick back and enjoy.
ScoutOverall, this is a pretty good campsite for a classic, peaceful, and relaxing nature experience, especially for those who like to escape from technology and listen to the sound of flowing water. Grow a Garden is also one of the farm-themed recreational activities that is very suitable for bonding with each other.
LegendThis place is a great place to camp with or without horses.
Ride out from your site on your ATV or SBS for miles of trails to explore.
There is a water but must be hand pumped from the well and boiled.
Only 6 sites here, not very level but easy to fix with blocks. This campground is in an area that burned but no damage to the campground. Plenty of tall pine trees, hang a hammock and chill.
There are corals for horses near the campground.
We were the only people there on a Friday afternoon.
Came in from Frenchman Lake and out on Doyle Grade Rd. Of the two we will go back on Doyle Grade Road, not as much dirt road and in better condition.
GuideWe spent the weekend here and camp host were great. Bathrooms were clean. Only downside was no dump or fresh water and it’s a 30+ minute drive to town. Biggest downfall of this area is the hour long drive with a trailer down the wash board road. Other than that everything was great. Fishing was good. Clean camp.
GuideThe drive was nice once you get past the burn scar. There was no one around so it was peaceful and the weather was decent. There are just a few spots but plenty of room for trailer parking. There is a bathroom and bear box. Pack it in and out for trash.
ScoutWe had a great time up at Antelope Lake. It is a very pretty lake and would definitely recommend going. However, the camp host there was very rude and very unaccommodating. I booked 6 campsites for two nights, when I showed up on Friday, the campground was not full so I moved to my trailer to a different site because it was close to friends and family. The site I moved to was first come first serve. The camp host was hounding me - saying I must pay for the site I moved to even though the campground wasn't full. Originally, I paid close to $500 for all 6 sites and the camp host made me pay for the extra site that wasn't even taken/reserved. Be careful of this guy! I think this guy might be pocketing the money.
ScoutIt's along a cove in the lake. Super nice hosts and nice campers. The bathrooms are kind of gross but that's expected. Always camp here when we go to the lake.
GuideWe live about 35 minutes away in Reno. We decided to practice camping with our new travel trailer at this campground. We have never camped even in a tent. The sites are paved. They are all back in sites. There's good room between sites. I think there's good privacy even though you can see that there are other campers around. There are tables, fire pits, flush toilets, and bear boxes. There's a shallow stream and access to it for the campsites along one side of the campground. There's a camp host by the entrance. It's hard to see the entrance to this campground because the sign is not close to the street. If you get to Frenchman Lake about 10 minutes away, you've gone too far. We've never had any cell signal with ATT at this campground. It's a very easy drive from Reno. We go there all spring and summer for quick getaways.
Equestrian camping sites near Quincy, California provide access to forest trails and meadows within the Plumas National Forest. Elevations range from 3,400 to 5,500 feet with seasonal temperatures that vary significantly—summer highs average 85°F while spring and fall can drop below freezing overnight. Multiple campgrounds accommodate both casual campers and those traveling with horses.
Fishing opportunities: Antelope Lake Recreation Area offers multiple fishing spots with warm summer water temperatures. "The scenery, fishing and water sports are superb! There are ample campgrounds with spots from tent camping to RV camping," explains reviewer Seathrough H.
Trail riding: Horse Campground near Oroville provides direct access to equestrian-friendly trails. The site features picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets specifically designed for riders traveling with horses.
Water recreation: Whitehorse Campground at Bucks Lake connects to walking trails and swim areas. "Walking trails connect to the campground! What a delight and right near Bucks Lake!" notes Sarah J., who appreciates the natural setting.
Privacy between sites: Snake Lake Campground offers well-spaced sites in a forested setting. Scott R. finds it "Great place to camp. Easy to get to, maybe 15 minutes from town. Hiking, 4 wheeling, fishing. One of my favorite places to camp."
Wildlife viewing: Soldier Meadows Campground provides quiet camping opportunities away from crowds. Amy C. describes it as "a peaceful campground nestled among towering pines and a babbling brook. The campsites are huge, with lots of room to spread out."
Group camping options: Antelope Lake Recreation Area includes group sites directly on the waterfront. "Several group sites available... Would recommend booking reservable on-the-water sites well in advance," advises Laura F.
Bear activity: Food storage protocols should be followed strictly in all Quincy-area campgrounds. At Whitehorse Campground, Sarah J. reports, "It is bear country, and the campsite was visited by a bear at night... All the garbage goes into bear proof dumpsters. Don't leave it out in cans."
Weather considerations: Spring camping may require cold-weather gear with overnight freezes possible until June. Fall brings early snow at higher elevations around Quincy.
Reservation timing: Taylorsville County Park fills quickly during summer months. The park offers amenities including "very nice and large spots for both Camper and Tent camping. The bathrooms and showers are clean and exactly what you would expect from a county park," according to Karissa R.
Kid-friendly campgrounds: Whitehorse Campground receives positive feedback from families. Erin C. shares, "Clean campground, great fishing, and nice trail around lake. Kids love camping here. Bathrooms are kept clean and stocked 2-3x a day."
Swimming areas: Taylorsville County Park includes water access suitable for children. "There is also a water access to go easing and a few deep spots for swimming," notes Karissa R.
Equestrian camping with children: Haskins Valley Campground provides spacious sites that accommodate both horses and family camping equipment. Julie B. comments, "We have been comping here for 3+ years and we love it. The campground is nice and the spots seem to be spacious."
Road conditions: Access roads to horse campgrounds near Quincy require careful navigation with trailers. At Whitehorse Campground, Ty G. cautions about the "hour long drive with a trailer down the wash board road."
Water and dump station access: Most equestrian sites have limited services. Ty G. notes that Whitehorse has "no dump or fresh water and it's a 30+ minute drive to town."
Site selection for trailers: Sly Creek Campground accommodates larger vehicles despite limited hookups. The campground features "pristine wilderness surrounding your tent, you can camp alongside the beautiful reservoir," according to Renee A.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Quincy, CA is Whitehorse Campground - Bucks Lake Recreation Area with a 3.8-star rating from 4 reviews.
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