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Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground

Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground is located near Blairsden, California, surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Lakes Basin Recreation Area and the Feather River, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Plumas National Forest

Overview

Grizzly Campground (5,777 feet) is one of three family-friendly campgrounds located in the Lake Davis Recreation Area. The recreation area and its namesake lake, Lake Davis provides the classic lake fishing experience. For example, there are four boat launching facilities and many fishing access points around the lake. Water skiing and jet skiing are not allowed on this lake. That makes it a quieter location for that peaceful leisurely camping experience you're looking for.

Recreation

In addition to camping, the area offers a wide variety of popular water-related activities, including fishing, boating and swimming. Numerous fishing access points are located around the perimeter of the lake and anglers will find rainbow and brown trout, bass and catfish. A boat ramp is available a half-mile north of the campground. Mountain biking, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are also available in the area.__

Facilities

In addition to camping, the area offers a wide variety of popular water-related activities, including fishing, boating and swimming. Numerous fishing access points are located around the perimeter of the lake and anglers will find rainbow and brown trout, bass and catfish. A boat ramp is available a half-mile north of the campground. Mountain biking, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are also available in the area.__

Natural Features

Lake Davis covers 4,000 acres and was created in 1967 for recreational opportunities, as well as to rejuvenate fish populations in nearby rivers and supply water to the town of Portola. The lake offers 32 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by tall pine trees. The campground is on the eastern shore and just a few campsites have lake views. The trees provide ample shade for the campground, however privacy is limited by a lack of understory. Smith Peak State Game Refuge borders the lake to the east and south, creating prime habitat for a variety of wildlife and birds. Rich meadow rangeland combines with pine forest in every direction around the lake. Many lovely stands of aspen show, adding their richness to area fall color.

contact_info

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

Nearby Attractions

The closest town is Portola, California, which is about 9 miles from the campground.__ Portola is home to one of the largest railroad museums in the western United States.__ Visit Smith Peak Fire Lookout when lightning is not expected. Explore the many forest roads in this area. Take along a map, full tank and a dependable vehicle.

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Location

Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Reno, travel north on Highway 395 to Highway 70 and turn west to Portola. From Portola, take County Road 126 north for 7 miles, then County Road 112 to the east side of Lake Davis. Continue approximately 1 mile to the campground, which is on the left.

Address

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

Coordinates

39.8872222 N
120.4725 W

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Reviewed Jul. 21, 2020

Great for fishing and boating but not much else

Camped there for 4 nights in spot 13. A lot of the sites are on a slope which can make it difficult for setting up tents, chairs and for using the picnic benches.

The lake is great for fishing and boating but not for swimming. We attempted but quickly got out as we discovered we were covered in a slimy, snot like substance.

There were A LOT of bugs! I go camping quite a bit but at night we got swarmed. We ended up hanging a lantern in a tree to deter them from getting us. It ranged from mosquitoes, gnats, moths and beetles.

I will say that the bathrooms were clean! No hand soap, we brought our own, but they did have hand sanitizer.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground?

    Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground is located at 5830 feet.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground?

    Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Plumas National Forest Grizzly Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.

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