Quiet enough that some visitors have the whole campground to themselves, Rocky Point East sits on the eastern shore of Eagle Lake, managed by the Bureau of Land Management out of the Eagle Lake Field Office. The layout is open rather than designated, with no assigned sites, giving campers flexibility in where they set up. Multiple reviews note how spread out the spots are, which keeps things low-key even when a handful of other campers are present.
Water access is a consistent draw here. Anglers bring small boats out on the lake, and the shoreline is swimmable in summer. Reviewers also flag evening bugs as a reliable nuisance, so insect repellent is worth packing. Cell coverage runs to 4G or better at the site, which is enough for remote work, though one reviewer noted it can be a struggle during heavier use. Stargazing gets mentioned as a standout feature of clear nights. There are no water hookups and no trash service, so campers need to pack everything out.
The vault toilets are consistently described as well-maintained and checked regularly, which is notable for a site of this type. Abby M. calls it "the cleanest vault toilet I've ever used." Camping is run on a donation basis rather than a set fee, with a box at the entrance. Pets are welcome, and the site is ADA accessible and big-rig friendly. Campers who want a more developed experience nearby can look at Eagle Lake Resort to the north, or Rocky Point West for a similar BLM setup along the same shoreline. Those planning a broader trip can browse camping near Susanville to compare other options in the region.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRocky Point East is located in California near Susanville
Public CampgroundDirections
From Susanville travel north on Highway 139 for 30 miles. Turn west (left) on County Road A-1 and travel about 10 miles. Turn south (left) on Lakeside drive in the Bucks Bay subdivision. Travel south approximately to the end of the paved road. Look for signs to Rocky Point. Follow the unimproved dirt road south along the shoreline until you reach the campground area.
Coordinates
40.67293043 N
120.7459 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/17/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 users- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageLast on 4/15/25
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/17/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageLast on 4/15/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
