Buckeye

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Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Fees: Per Day: $24 Single/$6 Extra Vehicle. Season: Late May to Late September Status: none Reservations: No reservations needed, first come, first serve. Overview Buckeye Campground provides a quiet camping experience. The campground is on Buckeye Creek and is shaded by Jeffrey and Lodgepole pines. Hiking along Buckeye Creek into the nearby Hoover Wilderness. Hiking on Eagle Creek to the flanks of Eagle Mountain. Buckeye hot spring (140 degrees F) is just east of the campground. The spring comes out above the creek, over a rock overhang, which creates a cave-like area in the pool. Another small spring is upstream. This is a very popular spring year round. Fishing in Buckeye Creek offers different kind of fishing experience to get away from crowds. Campground is open mid May to mid September, with an elevation of 7009. Amenities include vault toilets and garbage collection. At this time there is no potable water. This tent and small vehicle friendly campground offers single family campsites that include picnic tables and campfire rings.… Getting there: 1. Follow Highway 395 south from Bridgeport, turn left and travel approximately seven miles on Twin Lakes Road. 2. Turn right on Buckeye Road at Doc and Al's Resort and travel about 3 miles. 3. Turn left at fork and travel another mile to campground. Rules: - California camp fire permit required ( https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/htnf/passes-permits/?cid=fseprd673196 ). - Dog must be on a leash at campground. Phone: 760-932-7070 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10291355 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Joy Seevers