Goose Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically opens late May and closes late September, depending on snow conditions. Gold Lake Highway is closed in winter.
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.
About
Goose Lake Campground is located in the stunning Lakes Basin Recreation Area of Plumas National Forest at 6,700 feet elevation. The campground features 13 campsites situated along the shores of Goose Lake, offering breathtaking mountain scenery and direct access to pristine alpine waters perfect for paddling and fishing. Each campsite includes a picnic table, fire ring with grill, food locker for bear-safe storage, and parking for up to two vehicles. The campground provides vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own. Access to some campsites is via rough unpaved roads, adding to the rustic character of the location. The Lakes Basin Recreation Area is renowned for its concentration of over 20 scenic alpine lakes, most accessible via an extensive network of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails. The area offers exceptional opportunities for day hikes, wildlife viewing, photography, and backcountry exploration. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis during the season, with a 14-day stay limit and maximum of 6 people per site.
Directions
From Graeagle, take Highway 89 southeast for 2 miles. Turn south on Gold Lake Highway and continue for 12 miles to Goose Lake Campground. The first of three campground entrances and pay station is just past Gold Lake.
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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 | $25 |
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 |
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