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Crocker Guard Station

Crocker Campground is located near Blairsden, California, in the Plumas National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a mix of pine and fir trees. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the Lakes Basin Recreation Area and the Feather River, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer.

Description

Overview

Crocker Guard Station was built in 1912 as a home for Forest Service personnel, and was later staffed as a fire station until the 1980s. The historic Crocker Guard Station is located ten miles northeast of Portola, California, at an elevation of 5,700 feet. Visitors will experience the beautiful solitude of the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nearby recreational opportunities include fishing, boating, swimming and hiking.

Recreation

Crocker Campground is located adjacent to the Crocker Guard Station. This ten unit campground is free of charge and has tables, fire rings and vault toilets. The campground is the perfect place to expand your guest list or have a campfire. Lake Davis Recreation Area is within three miles, offering a variety of recreational opportunities where visitors can fish, boat, swim, bike and hike. Hunting is a popular activity in the fall.

Facilities

The house has four bedrooms with ten twin beds and mattresses including two sets of bunk beds, a kitchen, dining room, living room and an outside vault toilet building. Children will enjoy the large fenced in front yard. The rental has propane operated lights, cook stove and heater. There is no refrigerator. Cooking and eating utensils are provided. The house is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers. Visitors must bring drinking water. There is an outside hand pump with water for fire protection. Guests should bring bedding, towels, flashlights, trash bags and first aid kits. Visitors are responsible for cleaning the house, packing out trash and locking up before departure.

Natural Features

The Guard Station is situated in a small meadow near an aspen grove surrounded by a forest of pine trees.

Nearby Attractions

Stores, services and restaurants are available just ten miles away, in Portola, CA. The largest railroad museum in the west is located in Portola. It has a gift shop, train rides and plenty of railroading information Water activities like boating and fishing are as close as Lake Davis just five miles away on a dirt road. The night time sky offers star gazing, golden moon rises and meteor showers away from bright lights. There is some light pollution from Reno.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 836-2575.

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Location

Crocker Guard Station is located in California

Directions

From Portola, CA, travel east on Highway 70 for five miles to Beckwourth, CA. Travel north on County Road 111 (Beckwourth-Genesee Road) for six miles. Crocker Guard Station is on the left.

Address

PLUMAS NATIONAL FOREST - BECKWOURTH RANGER DISTRICT PO BOX 7
Blairsden, CA 96103

Coordinates

39.8935333 N
120.4236833 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Site Types

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Features

For Campers

Picnic Table
Phone Service
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Drive Time

55 min from Reno, NV
1 hr 19 min from Carson City, NV
2 hrs 36 min from Yuba City, CA

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Clarification

The Crocker Guard House is available by reservation only through Recreation.gov.

The Crocker Campground is not part of the Crocker Guard House, the campground offers pit toilets, tables and fire rings, no trash service or water, pack in pack out. It is first come first serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What facilities and amenities are available at Crocker Campground?

Crocker Campground is a rustic, dry campground with basic amenities. It features scattered campsites nestled among trees, pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. There is no potable water available, so campers need to bring their own supply. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system. There is also no trash service, so you'll need to pack out all your waste. The primitive nature of this campground makes it ideal for those seeking a quiet, back-to-basics camping experience.

Where is Crocker Guard Station located and how do I get there?

Crocker Guard Station is located in a forested area that provides a quiet, secluded camping experience. The Guard Station itself is separate from the campground and requires a reservation through Recreation.gov. The campground is accessed via forest roads, and while not heavily used, it offers peaceful camping among the trees. For specific directions, it's recommended to check with the managing Forest Service office before your trip as GPS directions can be unreliable in remote areas.

Are there photos available of Crocker Guard Station before visiting?

Yes, photos of Crocker Guard Station are likely available through Recreation.gov, which is the official reservation platform for the facility. Since the Guard Station requires a reservation, the listing typically includes representative photos to help potential guests understand what to expect. Additionally, the Forest Service district office that manages the property may have photos available upon request. For the most current visual information, contacting the managing agency directly is recommended.

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