POKER FLAT OHV CAMP

Closed — Closed for the season due to winter conditions. The campground typically operates from June through November, with exact dates dependent on snowfall and road access.

About

Poker Flat OHV Camp is a developed off-highway vehicle campground located in the Plumas National Forest in Sierra County. This small facility serves primarily as an OHV staging area with approximately 5 campsites, making it a popular base camp for off-road enthusiasts exploring the challenging terrain of the northern Sierra Nevada. The campground provides access to some of the more technical 4x4 trails in the Plumas National Forest, including the Poker Flat section of the Plumas Backcountry Discovery Trail. The area features rocky, steep, and off-camber sections that are not suitable for casual vehicles. Beyond OHV recreation, the area is known for placer mining activity and attracts backcountry visitors seeking remote camping experiences. Poker Flat OHV Camp is one of several developed OHV camps managed by the Plumas National Forest, which maintains approximately 4,482 miles of roads available for summer OHV touring. The campground operates seasonally, typically accessible from late spring through fall depending on snow conditions and road access.

Directions

From Downieville, California, head west for 0.3 miles and then turn right onto a graded dirt road marked for Poker Flat. The road follows a 4x4 trail through scenic, historic gold mining country. The area is remote and the road can be rocky and steep in places, requiring a high-clearance vehicle for access.

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