Plumas National Forest
 

Recreation

Welcome to one of your most beautiful National Forests. The Plumas National Forest is uniquely located on the boundary between the rugged Sierra Nevada and the fringes of the Cascade Range. The Forest's diverse 1.2 million acres provide a magnificent backdrop for a variety of recreational activities.

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Recreation Conditions Report

 Area Name Status Area Conditions
Antelope Lake Recreation Area Open to Visitor All campsites are subject to closure at any time.  For the latest update on campground closures, please call Mt. Hough Ranger District at (530) 283-0555. Boat ramp will remain open and staffed for the season until September 30, 2011.  After that date, it will remain open with no fees until the road closes for the winter.
Big Cove Campground Open to Visitor Open
Black Mountain Lookout Open to Visitor Open
Butterfly Valley Botanical Area    As of June 18, 2011 Butterfly Valley is in full glorious bloom.  See local Quincy teacher/naturalist Joe Willis's photos http://www.blackoaknaturalist.blogspot.com/
Chilcoot Open to Visitor
Cottonwood Springs Open to Visitor will open Memorial weekend
Cottonwood Springs Group Sites Open to Visitor Open
Feather Falls Trailhead Campground Open to Visitor The Feather Falls Lower Loop trail is temporarily closed due to significant structural damage to the bridge. For your own safety, please stay off of the Lower Loop Trail until further notice.
Grizzly Campground Open to Visitor Open
Lightning Tree Open to Visitor Open
Mt. Hough Ranger District   
Other Mt. Hough Campgrounds Open to Visitor Meadow Valley Area

Indian Valley Area

Spotlights

Indian Valley Area

Just north of Quincy in Plumas County, the Indian Valley includes fishing, hiking, swimming, picnicking and camping in the Plumas National Forest. This portion of Highway 89, just north of Quincy connects two major scenic highway routes. Plumas County's "Scenic Byway Link" travels through the quiet, historic communities of Canyon Dam, Greenville, Crescent Mills, and Taylorsville and is a connection between "Feather River National Scenic Byway" on Hwy 70, just north of Quincy and the “Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway", which begins at the northern boundary of the Plumas National Forest. This route makes for great scenic driving throughout the year, but is widely known for its spectacular full fall splendor. Also located in the Indian Valley is the Round Valley Reservoir located three miles above Greenville, which is a warm water fishery containing bass and bluegill and is the site of Plumas National Forest’s annual fishing derby. It’s a popular place for fishing and picnicking, and is nearby to the Greenville campground. The area is also great for bicycling.

Greenville Campground

Greenville Campground

 Located in the Indian Valley, and 1 mile north of the town of Greenville, the Greenville Campground is approximately 25 miles north of Quincy on Hwy 89.   Recently outfitted with new campfire rings as well as a new toilet facility, the site boasts 20 campsites, its own water system, picnic and barbeque areas.  The campground adjoins the Greenville horseshoe pits that are well known for its tournaments throughout the summer months. 

Operating under a special use permit from the Plumas National Forest, the Indian Valley Community Services District (IVCSD) partners with the US Forest Service to operate and maintain the Greenville Campground.  The IVCSD attends to the daily needs of the facility for visitors to the Plumas National Forest.  Located near the outskirts of the historical town of Greenville, visitors have access to groceries, gas, fishing supplies, as well as local shops and eateries.  For more information, IVCSD can be contacted at (530) 284-7224.

 Make plans to enjoy the Greenville Campground – at $15.00 a night, it’s a real bargain!

Bucks Lake Wilderness Gold Lake Trailhead

Trailhead is located at the Silver Lake Campground.

Trail Length - 1.5 miles

Difficulty - Easy

Approximately hiking time - 30 minutes

Swimming and fishing at the lake.  Campsites are limited.  This trail accesses the Bucks Lake Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail.