Gold Lake 4 X 4 Campground
Closed for the season. Typically operates early June through late October. Reservable via Recreation.gov with dates released 30 days in advance. No sanitation facilities are available; all campers must pack out human waste using WAG bags.
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…
From Recreation.gov
Please be aware that there are currently no sanitation facilities at this campground. **All campers must arrive at the campground with a plan that addresses the safe removal of all solid human waste. **This is best accomplished by using Waste Alleviating Gel Bags (WAG bags), which are readily available online or at sporting goods outlets. We deeply appreciate the public’s cooperation in maintaining health and safety conditions at this campground so all can enjoy their stay. Please also note that **a campsite must be occupied the first night.** If you do not arrive within 24 hours and do not notify the Forest Service, your reservation will be cancelled. This is to ensure campsites don’t sit unoccupied while others could make camping reservations.
About
Gold Lake 4x4 Campground sits at 6,400 feet elevation in northeast Plumas County within the Lakes Basin Recreation Area. The 13 rustic campsites are accessible only via a challenging boulder-strewn OHV road approximately 2 miles beyond the Gold Lake 4x4 staging area. Passenger vehicles and standard SUVs are not recommended; experienced drivers with self-recovery capability are advised. This is a truly primitive camping experience with no utilities, potable water, hookups, trash service, or restroom facilities. All campers must pack out solid human waste using WAG bags. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and bear-resistant food locker. Several sites offer lakeside locations. The campground serves as a base for exploring OHV trails connecting to Tahoe National Forest, with routes leading toward A-Tree, LaPorte, Plumas Eureka State Park, Downieville, Sierra City, and the Sardine Lakes. Nearby attractions include Mills Peak Fire Lookout and the premier Mills Peak mountain bike trail.
Directions
From Highway 89 southeast of Graeagle, proceed south on Gold Lake Highway for approximately 10 miles to Gold Lake Campground Road. Follow signs to the Gold Lake 4x4 staging area; the campground is about 2 miles further down the OHV road. High-clearance 4WD vehicle required.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
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 | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| Plumas NF Gold Lake 4x4 Campground |
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