Grasshopper Flat
Campground · California · 67 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Plumas National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 67
- Bookable sites
- 54 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 25
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 5,831 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Grasshopper Flat Campground (5,886 feet) is one of three family campgrounds located in the Lake Davis Recreation Area. Campground loops around in the hills overlooking the lake providing most campsites with sweeping views of the lake's crystal blue water. Pine forest gives most campsites plenty of afternoon shade. A boat ramp and RV dump station are nearby. A trailhead for 7 mile long Lake Davis Trail is less than half a mile away.
Recreation
In addition to camping, the area offers a wide variety of popular water-related activities, including fishing, boating and swimming. Numerous fishing access points are located around the perimeter of the lake. Free trout fishing days are hosted by state agencies in June and September.Mountain biking, hunting and wildlife viewing are also available in the area. During winter months visitors enjoy ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
Facilities
There are multiple single-family tent and RV campsites, as well as one large group site. All campsites are equipped with picnic table, campfire rings and grill. Each site can accommodate up to two vehicles on a paved pad. The campground has paved roads. In peak season there is a campground host, drinking water, coin operated showers, flush toilets and trash service.
Natural Features
The 4,000-acre Lake Davis was created in 1967 for recreational opportunities, as well as to rejuvenate fish populations in nearby rivers and supply water to the town of Portola. The lake offers 32 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by tall pine trees. A variety of wildlife make its home near the campground. Tall mountain peaks offer backdrop to lake views.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 836-2575.Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Portola, California, which is home to one of the largest railroad museums in the western United States. A state game refuge borders the lake to the east and the south.The facts
- 67 bookable sites
- 71 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 54 ft
- Up to 25 people per site
- Loops: AREA GRASSHOPPER FLAT, LOO1, LOO2, LOO3
Site types
- 66 Standard Nonelectric
- 4 Management
- 1 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
71 campsites at Grasshopper Flat
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXX | AREA GRASSHOPPER FLAT | Management | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 001 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 37 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 020 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 021 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 022 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 024 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 025 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 026 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 028 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 44 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 030 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 031 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 032 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 033 | LOO1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 034 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 035 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 036 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 037 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 038 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 54 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 039 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 040 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 041 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 042 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 043 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 044 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 045 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 046 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 047 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 048 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 049 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 050 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 051 | LOO2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 052 | LOO2 | Management | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 053 | LOO3 | Management | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 054 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 055 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 056 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 057 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 058 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 059 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 060 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 061 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 062 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 063 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 064 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 065 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 066 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 067 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 068 | LOO3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 070 | LOO3 | Management | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 69/70 | LOO3 | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 25 | 🐾 |
Getting there
39.89056, -120.47694 · 39°53'26.0"N 120°28'37.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 42°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 43 | 46 | 52 | 58 | 67 | 77 | 86 | 85 | 79 | 66 | 53 | 42 |
| Low °F | 19 | 21 | 25 | 29 | 35 | 40 | 45 | 43 | 37 | 30 | 24 | 19 |
| Precip in | 4.2 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 1.6 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 1.1 | 2.0 | 4.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Grasshopper Flat
- Can you reserve a site at Grasshopper Flat?
- Yes, Grasshopper Flat is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Grasshopper Flat have?
- 71 sites in total, of which 67 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Grasshopper Flat?
- 54 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Grasshopper Flat?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Grasshopper Flat.
Also listed by
Grasshopper Flat also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Grasshopper Flat's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Senior and Access passes are honored for single campsites only
Restrictions:
- 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
Accessibility:
- This campground has 2 sites that are fully accessible with table grills, fire rings, water spigot, paved pads and walkway to accessible toilet building.
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Contact
- Phone 530-836-2575
- Email jandmtharp@earthlink.net
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-08.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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