Deanes Valley Family Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground closed October 31, 2025 and typically reopens in spring when winter conditions subside and access roads are clear.
Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 10:34AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Minor snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches down to 4000 feet. Wind gusts as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the this evenings commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels generally remain above pass levels through this afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft tonight-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-5000 ft Sunday. Heavy snowfall rates of 1-2 inch per hour, with the heaviest snowfall Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
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…
About
Deanes Valley Family Campground is a quiet, secluded 7-site campground located in the Meadow Valley area of Plumas National Forest, approximately 7 miles southwest of Quincy along Forest Road 24N28. Set within a dense mixed conifer forest, the campground offers cooler temperatures during summer months and easy access to backcountry trails on the Mount Hough Ranger District. The campground is one of the few in the district that provides direct OHV trail access from the sites, making it a popular destination for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts. Several campsites are positioned along the South Fork of Rock Creek, offering a scenic forest setting with the sound of flowing water nearby. The campground operates entirely on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Facilities are basic, with vault toilets provided but no potable water available. Campers must bring their own water supply. The campground accommodates both tent camping and small trailers, though access roads and site sizes limit larger RVs. Each site includes a table and fire ring. Campfire permits are required year-round.
Directions
From Quincy, go west on County Road 414. Just before Meadow Valley, turn left (south) on Forest Road 24N28. The campground is located approximately 7 miles southwest of Quincy along this road.
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Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 283-0555 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
Availability
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