Chilcoot

Paid or permit campsite

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Plumas National Forest Fees: Call the Beckwourth Ranger District for information. - Senior and Access passes are honored for single campsites only Status: closed Reservations: Click Here for important information you should know before making your reservation. - Sites can be reserved by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.Recreation.gov - Campsites may be reserved up… Overview Chilcoot Campground (5,100 feet) is located just downstream from Frenchman Lake alongside Last Chance Creek. The sound of flowing water along with shade from the surrounding pine and cottonwood forest are key features making this a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Chilcoot Campground is one of five campgrounds in the popular Frenchman Lake Recreation Area of Northeastern California's Plumas National Forest. The campground is far enough away from the lake that visitors can experience the serene sense of solitude that the remote mountain setting provides. Recreation Frenchman Recreation Area offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Water sports including fishing, skiing, jet skiing, swimming are readily available supported by two boat launch facilities, several fishing access points and day use areas. Camping, picnicking hiking and exploring forest… Getting there: From Reno, Nevada, travel north on Highway 395. Merge onto Highway 70 west and continue 5 miles to Chilcoot. Turn north on Highway 284 and continue 5 miles to the campground. Rules: - 14 day camping limit - 6 people per campsite, 12 people for double sites - 2 vehicles per campsite - OHV riding is not allowed: - Store food, trash and scented items appropriately - Be Bear Aware Phone: 530-836-2575 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232826 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: United States Forest Service, OIP

Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.

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