Crocker Guard Station
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates seasonally, typically opening in late spring. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Contact Beckwourth Ranger District at (530) 836-2575 for gate combination and current opening dates.
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 Weather Advisory issued February 18 at 9:59AM PST until February 19 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches west of Highway 395 with up to 12 inches for above 7000 feet and west of Highway 89, and up to 2 inches along and east of Highway 395. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, have become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow may produce limited visibility and near whiteout conditions at times.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 7:03AM PST until February 18 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations between 4 and 10 inches for the Lake Tahoe basin below 7000 feet and Mono County west of Highway 395, with 12-18 inches along the Sierra crest. East of Highway 395 in Mono County, up to 4 inches. For northeast California, 2 to 6 inches west of Highway 395 with up to 12 inches for higher terrain west of Highway 89, and up to 2 inches east of Highway 395. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties, and Mono County. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
About
Built in 1912 as a home for Forest Service personnel and later staffed as a fire station until the 1980s, Crocker Guard Station offers visitors a historic cabin rental experience in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Located ten miles northeast of Portola at an elevation of 5,700 feet, the cabin sits in a small meadow surrounded by an aspen grove and pine forest. The cabin features four bedrooms with ten twin beds and mattresses, including two sets of bunk beds. The interior includes a kitchen, dining room, and living room, all equipped with propane-operated lights, a cook stove, and heater. Cooking and eating utensils are provided, but there is no refrigerator or drinking water. An outside vault toilet building serves the cabin, and a hand pump provides water for fire protection only. The large fenced-in front yard is perfect for children. Crocker Campground is located adjacent to the guard station, offering ten free campsites with tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. This campground provides the perfect overflow space for larger groups or for guests who prefer tent camping, as tents are not permitted at the guard station itself. Lake Davis Recreation Area is within three miles, offering fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and biking opportunities. Hunting is popular in the fall. The night sky offers excellent stargazing with minimal light pollution, though some glow from Reno is visible.
Directions
From Portola, travel east on Highway 70 for 5 miles to Beckwourth. Travel north on County Road 111 (Beckwourth-Genesee Road) for 6 miles. Crocker Guard Station is on the left. Enter through the closed gate; combination provided upon reservation.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $135 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 836-2575 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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