Spring Creek

Plumas National Forest

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. 

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.

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.

• Electric hookups are not available.

• Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers.

• Click here to learn more about the Plumas National Forest
• A variety of wildlife live in this area, including black bears. Before making a reservation, become aware of bear safety.
• Please go to the following link for more information:http://www.centerforwildlifeinformation.org/BeBearAware/Hiking_and_Camping/hiking_and_camping.html

• 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 are available for purchased from the campground host. Firewood collection is allowed.

• Off road vehicles are not allowed on campground road

• Bear resistant lockers have been installed for the 2024 season

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

• Campground Map  

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. 

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

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. 

Contact Information

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

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 530-836-2575

Rental Options

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip

Driving Directions

From Reno, travel north on Highway 395. Turn west on Highway 70 and travel 5 miles to Chilcoot. Turn north on Highway 284, travel 8 miles to the Frenchman Lake Reservoir, turn right, cross the dam, and travel 2 miles to the Spring Creek Campground.

Available Campsites

• Site 023, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 024, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 002, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 027, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 019, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 020, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 034, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 022, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 026, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 035, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 030, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 025, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 029, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 032, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 033, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 031, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 028, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 021, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop AREA SPRING CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric

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