Gold Lake 4 X 4 Campground

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Plumas National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Plumas National Forest Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Season: July 14 Reservations: Reservations are required no less than 3 days in advance. Please visit Recreation.gov to make a reservation or call 1-877-444-6777. There is an $8 service charge for online reservations, a $9 service… Overview Gold Lake 4x4 campground in northeast Plumas County, CA lies at 6,400 feet in elevation within the Plumas National Forest. The mountains, forest and lake setting provide a picturesque landscape for relaxation, adventure and exploration. A popular location with access to the backcountry, visitors should carefully review what this facility provides. This campground is not a luxury destination and may not meet your comfort level. This is a rustic campground with no utilities, water, hookups, trash service, or restroom facilities. Campers must pack out all their sanitation and trash. Families may decide one of the other campgrounds nearby is better suited to meet their needs and expectations. Visitors staying at the 4x4 campground will be within the Lakes Basin Recreation Area that requires camping within developed campsites. For those seeking a more dispersed experience,… Getting there: From Reno, NV, take US 395 north. At Halleluiah Junction go west 32 miles on Highway 70 to Blairsden. Take the Highway 89 turnoff south 3.5 miles to Gold Lake Highway. Proceed southwest on Gold Lake Highway, 9.1 miles to Gold Lake Campground Road. Follow the signs to the 4X4 staging area, the campground is approximately 2 miles further down the OHV road. From Hwy 80 (Truckee) take Highway 89 north 54 miles to Gold Lake Highway. Follow the Gold Lake Highway southwest 9.1 miles to the Gold Lake… Rules: - 14-day camping limit - 8 people per campsite - 2 vehicles per campsite - Store all food, trash and scented items appropriately to avoid bears Phone: 530-836-2575 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10309566 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: J. Bradeen, USFS, Forest Service