Boat-in access sets Plumas National Forest Sly Creek Campground apart from most sites in the region. The campground sits along Sly Creek Reservoir in the Sierra Nevada foothills near Strawberry Campground and includes a boat ramp on site. Amenities include drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, and trash service, with ADA accessibility and pets allowed. Note that the campground closed in 2024 for tree removal and is expected to reopen in 2025. Forest road ATV riding is available in the surrounding area. Campers with different access needs may want to compare campgrounds near Strawberry Valley before finalizing plans.
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Map & DirectionsPlumas National Forest Sly Creek Campground is located in California near Strawberry Valley
Directions
From La Porte, CA, take Main St. (LaPorte Rd) south 13.6 miles to Sly Creek Recreation sign. Turn right onto Barton Hill Rd. and go 4 miles to campground.
Coordinates
39.57600096 N
121.12000028 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites







