Big Cove Campground
Big Cove Campground is a wonderful location for a family outing away from life in the big city. The campground has water, showers, flush toilets and trash service. It’s in a mixed conifer forest along the east shore of Frenchman Lake. Reservations are available for 21 of the 38 campsites. There is one group site. Campsite amenities include paved RV / parking pad, picnic table, fire ring and grill.
Reservations
Make Reservations HereGeneral Information
Open 24 hours/day
- 14 day camping limit
- 6 people per campsite, 12 people for double sites
- 2 vehicles per campsite
- OHV riding is not allowed:
- Store food, trash and scented items appropriately - Be Bear Aware
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $38 per night
Double Site: $71 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per night
Address: 23 Mohawk Highway Blairsden, CA 96103
Phone: 530-836-2575
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Closed Midday for Lunch (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.89912
Longitude: -120.48218
Elevation
5,800 ft
Directions
Take Highway 395 North from Reno NV. to Highway 70 West. Proceed west to Chilcoot CA. Head North at Chilcoot 7 miles to Frenchman Lake. Cross the Dam and proceed to the campground entrance on the left.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault toilet(s)Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.