Whitehorse Campground
Closed — Closed for the season due to winter conditions. The campground typically operates from late spring through fall, weather permitting.
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…
Winter Storm Warning issued February 15 at 11:29AM PST until February 18 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Accumulation amounts range from up to 1 foot 1500 to 2500 feet, 1 to 2 feet at 2500 to 3500 feet and 4 to 8 feet at higher elevations. Wind gusts of 45 to 55mph expected. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park including Interstate 80 and Highway 50, northern Shasta County including portions of Interstate 5, the Coastal Range, and foothill regions of the Sierra Nevada. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous to near impossible travel conditions with chain controls and road closures. Low visibility due to a combination of wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will be around 4500-5500 feet tonight through Monday. 2500 to 3500 feet snow levels by Monday night and 1500 to 2500 feet Tuesday into Wednesday. Potential to see snow levels as low as 750 feet for areas along the Coastal Range, across Shasta County including Shasta Lake, and in the southern Cascades.
About
Whitehorse Campground is situated at 5,500 feet elevation in the northern Sierra Mountains, nestled in a shady fir and pine forest along Bucks Creek. The campground offers 19 sites, including 3 designated equestrian campsites, making it popular with horseback riders. The Bucks Creek Loop Trail passes directly through the campground, providing immediate hiking and riding opportunities, with connections to the Bucks Lake Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail. Located within 3 miles of Bucks Lake, campers have easy access to fishing, boating, canoeing, and swimming. Marinas and boat docks are a short drive away. Walking trails connect the campground to the lake. The campground received upgrades in 2024 including new concrete picnic tables and bear-proof food storage lockers at most sites. The area is known for year-round recreation, though the campground operates seasonally. Sites 1-7 are available first-come, first-served, while the remaining sites can be reserved through Recreation.gov. Bears are active in the area, and campers should utilize the food storage lockers provided. Limited supplies are available at the nearby Haskins Valley Store, with additional services at Bucks Lake Lodge and Lakeside Resort.
Directions
From Quincy: Take Oroville-Quincy Highway west 15 miles to the campground on your left. Large RVs should take Oroville-Quincy Highway, left onto Big Creek Road, right on Bucks Lake Road, and the campground will be on your right. From Oroville: Take Oroville-Quincy Highway 162 East, left on Bucks Lake Road, and campground will be on your right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $31 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| adam@royalelkparkmanagement.com | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 283-0555 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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