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National Forest
Plumas National Forest Spring Creek Campground
Chilcoot, CA
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- Operator:530-836-2575
- Email:james.bradeen@usda.gov
- Address:PLUMAS NATIONAL FOREST - BECKWOURTH RANGER DISTRICT · Chilcoot, CA · 96103
About
Overview
Spring Creek Campground (5,800 feet) is just minutes away from the clear waters of the Frenchman Lake. The landscape provides a magnificent backdrop for a variety of recreational activities. The campground offers 35 camp sites with 12 sites available for reservation.
Recreation
During summer, the campground offers a variety of outdoor experiences including hiking, biking, picnicking and hunting. The nearby lake provides ample opportunities for swimming, boating, water skiing and jet skiing. The expansive road system in Plumas National Forest is a great location for exploration and sightseeing.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites for tent and RV camping, including one accessible site (#23). The campground has paved roads and paved parking pads. Host, water and garbage service are provided during peak camping season. Two group campsites are available. All campsites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Bear resistant lockers are not provided. Campground host, paved roads Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Natural Features
This campground is at the interface between mountains and high desert and between the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges. Ancient lava that flowed across the land has been eroded by creeks forming interesting landscapes.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 836-2575.
Nearby Attractions
Little Last Chance Canyon Scenic Area
Sierra Valley - Largest valley in the Sierra Nevada
Stores and services in the towns of Chilcoot and Loyalton
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Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Campground Rules
- No campfires allowed
Individual Sites (56)
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Plumas National Forest Spring Creek Campground

Red Rock Trail
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TrailEasy

Lake Davis
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4.1 mi525 ftgain
TrailModerate

Crocker Mountain
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5.2 mi1,348 ftgain
TrailModerate

Shallow Grave Trail
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3.5 mi673 ftgain
TrailModerate

Badenaugh Trail
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5.1 mi2,113 ftgain
TrailDifficult

Crystal Mine Trail
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1.2 mi358 ftgain
TrailModerate
Hunt context
Hunting units around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page
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