Lakes Basin Campground
Lakes Basin Campground is located in the Lakes Basin Recreation Area. Located nine miles southwest of Graeagle, California, this recreation area has special geological features. There is breathtaking scenery and over 20 small lakes nearby, most of which are accessible by hiking trails.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Visitors should always checkĀ Alerts and Notices on the Plumas National Forest website. |
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Reservations: | Click Here for important information you should know before making your reservation.
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Area Amenities: | Interpretive Site, Accessible, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
Fees: | Call the Beckwourth Ranger District for information.
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Best Season: | summer |
Busiest Season: | summer |
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Closest Towns: | Graeagle, California |
Water: | Seasonal water |
Restroom: | Accessible vault toilets |
Passes: | Senior and Access passes honored for single campsites. These passes are available at the Beckwourth Ranger Station in Blairsden, CA. from 08:00 to 16:00. Call (530) 836-2575 for information. |
Information Center: | For information contact the Beckwourth Ranger District Office at 530-836-2575 at 23 Mohawk Road (PO Box 7) Blairsden, CA 96103 |
General Information
Accessibility:Four accessible sites with nearby accessible toilet facilities.
Directions:
Take County Road 519 off of State Route 89 just out of Graeagle, California. Proceed north approximately nine miles to campground turnoff.
Activities
Campground Camping
This is a lovely campground set along Gray Eagle Creek. It is close to several hiking trails. The swimming hole is a great place to cool off on hot summer afternoons.
RV Camping
Some of the 22 campsites here are suited for RV camping. Most of these have a maximum vehicle length of 25 feet. Campsite 2 has a maximum vehicle length of 30 feet.
Amenities
Interpretive Site: | Interpretive signs in campground and at a nearby viewing platform |
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Camping trailer: | Trailers up to 26' |
Picnic tables: | Tables at each site - some are accessible |
Tent camping: | Tent sites available |
Toilets: | All toilets are accessible |
Parking: | Second vehicles at the campsite will be charged a fee |
Accessible: | 4 accessible campsites |
Drinking water: | Potable water |