Plumas National Forest - Bucks Lake Recreation Area

Area Status: Closed

Bucks Lake is located on Oroville-Bucks Lake Road, 17 miles southwest of Quincy or 32 miles northeast of Oroville. Bucks Lake is a high mountain lake surrounded by the Bucks Lake Wilderness on one side and recreation residences/resorts on the other side. The area offers year-round recreation opportunities, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Showers are available nearby at Sandy Point Day Use / Boat Launch.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Snow delayed access and some sites remain closed. No estimated opening date at this time. Please check status of individual recreation sites. Visitors should always check for additional information at Alerts and Notices on the Plumas National Forest website.
Area Amenities:	Interpretive Site, Accessible, Boat ramp, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking
Usage:	Medium-Heavy
Closest Towns:	Bucks Lake Recreation Area is located on Oroville-Bucks Lake Road, 17 miles southwest of Quincy or 32 miles northeast of Oroville
Restroom:	Located at summit parking
Passes:	Access and Senior passes accepted.
Information Center:	Mt. Hough Ranger District 39696 Hwy 70 Quincy, Ca 95971 (530) 283-0555

General Information

Directions:

Getting there
From downtown Quincy, take the Bucks Lake Rd. for 17 miles. From Oroville, you have the choice of two alternate routes. You can either take Hwy 70 east through the Feather River Canyon to Quincy and then follow the Bucks Lake Rd. to the lake. Or, from Oroville, take Oroville Dam Blvd., turn right on Olive/ Hwy 162 and follow it to the lake. This route is only open during the summer months after the road is plowed. Call ahead for road status.

General Notes:

Summer - During the warmer months visitors can enjoy an array of water sports and other activities. There is something for everyone including skiing, fishing, swimming, camping and
picnicing.

Typical Operating Dates for Camping Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.

Winter - Cold weather brings snow and lots of opportunities for winter recreation. With over 100 miles of groomed snowmobile trails Bucks Lake is one of the most popular destinations in the west. Snow play, cross- country skiing and sledding are also enjoyed by visitors.

Supplies
Many private business are located at Bucks Lake. There are lodges, cabin rentals, grocery stores, a marina, resturants, boat rentals and gasoline. Because Bucks Lake offers year- round recreation, many amenities are available all year.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

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RV Camping

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Group Camping

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Hutchins Group Campground

Lake and Pond Fishing

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River and Stream Fishing

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Mill Creek Campground

Day Hiking

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Backpacking

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Horse Camping

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Mill Creek Trail is recommended for horses at this time.

Three Lakes Trail, and Three Lakes PCT tie-in are not recommended for horses at this time.

Motor Vehicles are prohibited on all three.

Horse Riding

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Viewing Wildlife

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Viewing Plants

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Viewing Scenery

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OHV Road Riding

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OHV Trail Riding

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Lower Bucks Campground

Picnicking

Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:

Sandy Point Day Use Area and Boat Launch

Group Picnicking

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Scenic Driving

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Boating - Motorized

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Boating - Non-Motorized

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Swimming

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Tubing

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Waterskiing

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Windsurfing

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Ice Skating

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Sledding/Tubing

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Skiing/Snowboarding

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XC Skiing/Snowshoeing

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Bucks Creek Loop Trail

Snowmobiling

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Amenities

Interpretive Site:
Camping trailer:
Picnic tables:
Tent camping:
Toilets:
Parking:
Fee charged for some activities:
Accessible:
Boat ramp:
Drinking water: