Fishing and paddling enthusiasts will find Gold Lake Campground positioned directly on the shoreline within Plumas National Forest. The US Forest Service operates this $25-per-night facility from June through October, with sites featuring a mix of shade from tall pines and open areas. A dirt road runs through the campground with some rocks requiring navigation, though clearance presents no issues for standard vehicles.
Recent campers note maintenance challenges, including unserviced toilets and debris-filled bear boxes, suggesting self-contained camping works best here. The campground provides bear boxes, picnic tables, and basic amenities, though no camp host presence was observed during peak season visits. Mosquitoes concentrate toward the nearby dispersed camping area. Reserve ahead for summer stays.
Description
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
There are 38 total campsites suitable for RV and tent camping, standard non-electric sites Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. There are vault toilets and Porta- potties
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPlumas National Forest Gold Lake Campground is located in California near Graeagle
Coordinates
39.6774 N
120.6461 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
