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Recreation Region: Mount Hough Ranger District

Antelope Lake Recreation Area

Current Conditions
Please check status of individual recreation sites in the area for seasonal closures.

At 5,000 feet in elevation, Antelope Lake is located in the northeastern part of the Mt. Hough Ranger District. It is a small remote lake with 15 miles of shoreline. Surrounding the lake are mountains blanketed with pine and fir trees. Protected coves around the lake attract several species of migratory birds. 

This site is being managed by concessionaire Royal Elk Park Management.  Please visit https://royalelkparkmanagement.com/plumas-nf for more information.

Travelers can also stop in nearby communities such as Taylorsville, Greenville, Janesville, Milford and Susanville for ice and other supplies before you travel up the hill.   Wood is for sale within campgrounds.

General Information

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Address: 39696 State Highway 70 Quincy, CA 95971
Phone: 530-283-0555
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Closed Midday for Lunch (Closed on federal holidays)

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Accessible sites are available.

Restrooms

Restroom information is not available for this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 29, 2025