Plum Valley Campground
Typically opens in June and closes in October depending on snow levels. The rough access road may remain impassable into early summer during heavy snow years. First-come, first-served only with a 14-day stay limit.
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.…
Forest Fire Restrictions 2026 have been lifted as of 09/27/2026
Alturas, Calif., Sept. 25, 2026— Fall is here, and cooler weather conditions have allowed the Modoc National Forest fire restrictions to be lifted as of 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, September 27, 2026.This means forest visitors on the Modoc National Forest may once again have campfires outside of…
Camping Restrictions
Camping 14-day stay limits, group size limit of 8 people per campsite
About
Plum Valley Campground sits at 5,626 feet in the Warner Mountain Ranger District of Modoc National Forest, providing a truly primitive camping experience for those willing to navigate the challenging access road. The 7 campsites are arranged in a cozy loop bordered by South Fork Davis Creek, offering peace and quiet far from civilization. The campground serves as a base for exploring the Historic Highgrade Mining District, with the Middle Fork Davis Creek Mine a short drive away. Rockhounds will appreciate the nearby obsidian collecting areas. This is bear country with no cell service, so campers should come fully prepared with their own water, food storage, and supplies. The 3.5-mile journey from the main road follows a gravel surface that eventually becomes dirt tracks, making this campground nearly inaccessible without a high-clearance vehicle. The remote location and basic facilities reward visitors with exceptional solitude and access to the rugged Warner Mountain backcountry.
Directions
From Davis Creek, California, take County Road 11 (Forest Service Road 48) east for approximately 2.2 miles. Stay right on Road 45N35 and continue for about 1 mile to the campground. The road is rough and becomes dirt tracks near the end.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | — |
| 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 | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| sm.fs.modoc_info@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 279-6116 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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