Lower Virginia Creek Primitive Campground
Currently closed for the season. Typically opens late May through mid-October, weather and conditions permitting. First-come, first-served; no reservations, no fee.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 3:40PM PDT until July 21 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible due to thunderstorms. * WHERE...Portions of east central California, including the following areas, Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Mono County and western Nevada, including the following areas, Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area and Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, urban areas, burn scars, and areas near steep terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deeper monsoonal moisture combined with daytime heating will produce scattered thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Slower moving storms could redevelop over similar areas, increasing the risk for heavy rainfall capable of producing flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Lower Virginia Creek Primitive Campground sits at 9,100 feet in a Jeffrey pine forest along Virginia Creek, within the Bridgeport Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. The setting is classic Eastern Sierra high country, with easy access to Virginia Lakes and the Hoover Wilderness. This is a minimally developed, no-fee campground suited for self-sufficient campers. Sites have fire rings and bear boxes, and vault toilets are provided. There is no potable water, no trash service, and no hookups. Campers must pack out all garbage and bring their own drinking water. A free California campfire permit from CalFire is required for campfires, barbecues, and portable stoves. The campground can accommodate large trailers and motorhomes, though specific length limits are not published. Dogs are allowed but must remain on leash. The site operates first-come, first-served with no reservations.
Directions
From Bridgeport, head south on US-395 for 13 miles. Turn right onto Virginia Lakes Road and continue 2.4 miles. Turn left onto NFSR 139 to reach the campground.
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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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 932-7070 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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