Established Camping
Plumas National Forest Gold Lake Campground
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Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Reservations are not being accepted for this campground for the 2024 season. Campsites will be available on a first come, first-served basis during the entire 2024 season. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Stage 2 fire restrictions are in affect. Fires are only allowed in designated campgrounds with hosts.
Stage 2 fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all fires. Generators and fires or stoves that use liquid petroleum (LPG) fuels are permitted, but must follow specific rules.
About
USDA Forest Service
Plumas National Forest
Overview
Gold Lake Campground (6,445 feet) is on the east shore of Gold Lake, a glacially carved alpine lake. This campground is within easy reach of many trailheads Gold Lake Boating Facility and many other activities.__
Recreation
Gold Lakes Basin offers a variety of recreational activities including boating, fishing and hiking. A network of over 30 miles of maintained trails branch out across the area, and the Pacific Crest trail can be easily reached from the trail system. Many of the trails are open to hiking, biking and horseback riding, including the 1-mile Grassy Lakes Trail, accessible from the campground.__ Gold Lake, where a boat ramp is provided, visitors enjoy convenient access to boating and fishing. Once on the water, anglers won't have any trouble trolling for brown and rainbow trout and Mackinaws in the cool, clear waters.
Facilities
Gold Lakes Basin offers a variety of recreational activities including boating, fishing and hiking. A network of over 30 miles of maintained trails branch out across the area, and the Pacific Crest trail can be easily reached from the trail system. Many of the trails are open to hiking, biking and horseback riding, including the 1-mile Grassy Lakes Trail, accessible from the campground.__ Gold Lake, where a boat ramp is provided, visitors enjoy convenient access to boating and fishing. Once on the water, anglers won't have any trouble trolling for brown and rainbow trout and Mackinaws in the cool, clear waters.
Natural Features
The area was formed by glaciers and is characterized by breathtaking mountain scenery--most notably the craggy peaks of the Sierra Buttes and over 20 natural glacial lakes, most of which are accessible by well-maintained hiking trails. The campground sits among fir and aspen trees along Gray Eagle Creek. Mt. Elwell towers to the west.
contact_info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 836-2575.
Location
Plumas National Forest Gold Lake Campground is located in California
Coordinates
39.6774 N
120.6461 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets