Snake Lake Campground And Equestrian Camp
Currently closed for the season. Fees and services resume May 22, 2026 for the summer season, which runs through late September. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.
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
Snake Lake Campground and Equestrian Camp sits at approximately 3,900 feet elevation in a mixed pine and fir forest about 8 miles northwest of Quincy, California. The campground surrounds shallow Snake Lake, known for its lily pads and fishing for bluegill, bass, and catfish. Swimming is not recommended due to the overgrown, shallow conditions. This multi-use campground features 17 sites total, with 10 standard nonelectric sites and 7 equestrian sites equipped with small corrals and an ADA mounting ramp. The campground is one of the few on the Mt. Hough Ranger District that allows OHV trail access directly from camp, making it popular with off-road enthusiasts, mountain bikers, and horseback riders alike. Facilities are rustic: vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and bear boxes are provided, but there is no potable water, trash service, or hookups. Campers must pack out all trash and bring their own water. Horse campers must use certified weed-seed-free feed and remove or scatter manure from corrals.
Directions
From Quincy, take Bucks Lake Road northwest approximately 8 miles to the Meadow Valley area. The campground is located off Bucks Lake Road.
Location
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 | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 283-0555 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!