Lake Pillsbury
The largest lake on the Forest has 2,280 acres of surface area and 31 miles of shoreline.
General Information
Remember that camping in Lake Pillsbury basin is allowed only in designated campgrounds. Camping is on a first-come, first-served basis, with no reservations required except for the Fuller Grove Group Campground. Fuller Grove Group Campground can be reserved online at https://recreation.pge.com/reservation/camping/index.asp.
The campgrounds at Lake Pillsbury are operated and maintained by Pacific Gas and Electric. More information on Pacific Gas & Electric campgrounds is available by calling 916-386-5164 or visiting https://recreation.pge.com/reservation/camping.
Most campgrounds at Lake Pillsbury are closed seasonally, and open from May to September. Oak Flat Campground is open year-round.
Lake Pillsbury campsites are designated for up to 2 vehicles each (there is a fee for additional vehicles) and a maximum of 6 people. The vault toilets are a modern no-odor type.
Recreation Sites
Fuller Grove Campground
Fuller Grove Group Campground
Navy Camp Campground
Oak Flat Campground
Pine Point Picnic
Pogie Point Campground
Sunset Campground