Lake Oroville Sra Group Boat-in Area

Open — Open first-come, first-served. Accessible only by boat.

About

Lake Oroville SRA Group Boat-in Area, also known as Bloomer Group Camp, offers a unique primitive camping experience for large groups at California's second-largest reservoir. Located along the shoreline near the Lime Saddle area, this boat-access-only campground accommodates groups of 9 to 75 people with up to 25 watercraft. The site features basic amenities including pit toilets, garbage collection, camp tables, and cooking stoves, but no drinking water is available on-site. The campground requires boat access across Lake Oroville, formed by the tallest dam in the United States at 770 feet. Visitors should be aware that during periods of low water levels, campsites may be a significant distance from the water's edge, requiring a moderate hike from the shoreline to the camping area. The primitive setting provides an escape from more developed campgrounds while still offering organized group camping facilities. Lake Oroville State Recreation Area encompasses approximately 28,450 acres and offers excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, water skiing, and swimming. Groups can launch from multiple boat ramps including Spillway, Bidwell Canyon, Lake Oroville Marina, and Loafer Creek. The remote location and boat-in access make this an ideal choice for organized groups seeking a more adventurous camping experience on the lake.

Directions

Accessible only by boat from Lake Oroville. Launch sites available at Spillway, Bidwell Canyon, Lake Oroville Marina, or Loafer Creek. The group campground is located along the shore north of Lime Saddle Campground on the lake.

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