Spanish Creek
Closed — Closed for the season as of September 28, 2025. Typically operates from late spring through late September.
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
Spanish Creek Campground is located in the Plumas National Forest along Highway 70, just 8 miles west of Quincy and two miles past the Highway 89 intersection. Set at 2,000 feet elevation in the scenic Feather River Canyon, the campground sits along Spanish Creek where Banish Creek and Indian Creek merge to form the east branch of the North Fork Feather River. The campground offers 21 sites arranged in two distinct loops: one positioned on a hillside and another directly next to the water. A popular swimming hole on Spanish Creek provides summer recreation, while the nearby Feather River offers quality rainbow trout fishing within walking distance. The campground has received recent upgrades to facilities while preserving its traditional appeal. Nearby attractions include Indian Falls, Butterfly Valley Botanical Area, and the historic mountain town of Quincy. The campground features bear boxes and lantern posts at each site, with interpretive panels at the entrance. Sites are offered as both reservable and first-come, first-served through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From Quincy, travel west on Highway 70 for 8 miles. The campground is on the left across the Spanish Creek bridge. From Oroville, travel east on Highway 70 for 75 miles; the turnoff is two miles past Highway 89.
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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 | $35 - $80 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 283-0555 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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