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Campground

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.

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.

Recreation Sites

  • Standard Nonelectric
  • Management
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Hunting
  • Paddling
  • Paddle Boating
  • Sailboarding
  • Sailing
  • Swimming
  • Water Sports

Amenities

  • Campfire Rings
  • Picnic Tables
  • Vault Toilets

Getting Here

Latitude
39° 40' 38.6400" N
Longitude
120° 38' 45.9600" W

Need to Know

  • Generally, campsites will accommodate 2 vehicles. The first vehicle is included in the site fee, the second vehicle fee will be collected onsite at the daily rate posted on the fee sign. 

    Caution! Bears frequent the area; food must be kept in appropriate containers 

    Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov. 

    Firewood bundles may be purchased from a Campground Host. 

    Additional boat launch fees apply  

    America the Beautiful, Senior Passes, and Access Passes are accepted for single campsites only. They are not accepted for double or group campsites. 

    Cell phone service is unreliable. 

    Roads to campsites are rutted and rocky 

  • Check- In is 2:00pm and Check-Out is Noon

    • Contact Information

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

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