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.
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.
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.…
Plumas National Forest Camping Stay and Occupancy Limits
A Forest Closure Order with the limits for amount of time and number of people allowed when camping on the Plumas National Forest. The maximum time is 14 days in a developed campground, 14 days dispersed camping per Ranger District per year, not exceeding 30 days camping per year on the Plumas…
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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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 283-2050 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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