Whitehorse Campground
Closed — Closed for the season due to winter conditions. The campground typically operates from late spring through fall, weather permitting.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Plumas National Forest Camping Stay and Occupancy Limits
A Forest Closure Order with the limits for amount of time and number of people allowed when camping on the Plumas National Forest. The maximum time is 14 days in a developed campground, 14 days dispersed camping per Ranger District per year, not exceeding 30 days camping per year on the Plumas…
Winter Storm Watch issued April 8 at 12:19PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet possible above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Light snowfall accumulations up to 2 to 4 inches as low as 4000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park above 4500 feet. * WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday evening. Heaviest snow expected late Saturday morning through midday Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels remain above pass levels through Friday afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft late Friday-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-4500 ft late Saturday into Sunday.
About
Whitehorse Campground is situated at 5,500 feet elevation in the northern Sierra Mountains, nestled in a shady fir and pine forest along Bucks Creek. The campground offers 19 sites, including 3 designated equestrian campsites, making it popular with horseback riders. The Bucks Creek Loop Trail passes directly through the campground, providing immediate hiking and riding opportunities, with connections to the Bucks Lake Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail. Located within 3 miles of Bucks Lake, campers have easy access to fishing, boating, canoeing, and swimming. Marinas and boat docks are a short drive away. Walking trails connect the campground to the lake. The campground received upgrades in 2024 including new concrete picnic tables and bear-proof food storage lockers at most sites. The area is known for year-round recreation, though the campground operates seasonally. Sites 1-7 are available first-come, first-served, while the remaining sites can be reserved through Recreation.gov. Bears are active in the area, and campers should utilize the food storage lockers provided. Limited supplies are available at the nearby Haskins Valley Store, with additional services at Bucks Lake Lodge and Lakeside Resort.
Directions
From Quincy: Take Oroville-Quincy Highway west 15 miles to the campground on your left. Large RVs should take Oroville-Quincy Highway, left onto Big Creek Road, right on Bucks Lake Road, and the campground will be on your right. From Oroville: Take Oroville-Quincy Highway 162 East, left on Bucks Lake Road, and campground will be on your right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $31 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| adam@royalelkparkmanagement.com | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 283-0555 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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