Snake Lake
The summer season begins May 22, 2026 with fees and services resuming. The campground operates mid-May through late September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. No potable water on site; campers must bring their own. Pack out all trash.
Heat Advisory issued August 9 at 12:24AM PDT until August 9 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 101 to 107 and low temperatures of 65 to 80 expected, with Moderate to Major HeatRisk. * WHERE...The Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys, Foothills, Coast Range, and Sierra north of Highway 50. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...ot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially anyone without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hot temperatures continue today, with areas of Major HeatRisk. Hottest temperatures and warmest overnight lows expected in the northern Sacramento Valley and Sierra foothills thermal belts.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
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.…
About
Snake Lake Campground and Equestrian Camp is nestled in the Meadow Valley area of Plumas National Forest at 3,900 feet elevation. The campground sits beside a shallow lake in a mixed pine and fir forest, offering 17 campsites that accommodate tents, RVs, OHVs, and horses. Eight equestrian sites feature small corrals and an ADA mounting ramp, while the remaining nine standard sites are available for general camping. The campground operates as a primitive facility with vault toilets, picnic tables, fire pits, and bear boxes at each site. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Trash service is not provided and all refuse must be packed out. The site functions as a hub for recreation with direct access to multi-use trails for mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV activities. Fishing and non-motorized boating are available on the lake. Equestrian users must use certified weed-seed-free feed or pellets, and horse manure must be removed, scattered, or buried. Water for horses is available via bucketing from the spillway, as lake-edge watering is prohibited. Pets are allowed but must be kept leashed and attended at all times. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, with a maximum stay of 14 days.
Directions
From Quincy, CA, travel northwest on Bucks Lake Road approximately 8 miles to Snake Lake Campground.
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 | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 283-0555 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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