Spring Creek
Campground · California · 34 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Plumas National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 34
- Bookable sites
- 1 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 5,631 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Spring Creek Campground (5,800 feet) is just minutes away from the clear waters of the Frenchman Lake. The landscape provides a magnificent backdrop for a variety of recreational activities. The campground offers 35 camp sites with 12 sites available for reservation.
Recreation
During summer, the campground offers a variety of outdoor experiences including hiking, biking, picnicking and hunting. The nearby lake provides ample opportunities for swimming, boating, water skiing and jet skiing. The expansive road system in Plumas National Forest is a great location for exploration and sightseeing.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites for tent and RV camping, including one accessible site (#23). The campground has paved roads and paved parking pads. Host, water and garbage service are provided during peak camping season. Two group campsites are available. All campsites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Bear resistant lockers are not provided. Campground host, paved roads Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Natural Features
This campground is at the interface between mountains and high desert and between the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges. Ancient lava that flowed across the land has been eroded by creeks forming interesting landscapes.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 836-2575.Nearby Attractions
Little Last Chance Canyon Scenic Area
Sierra Valley - Largest valley in the Sierra Nevada
Stores and services in the towns of Chilcoot and Loyalton
The facts
- 34 bookable sites
- 56 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 1 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: AREA SPRING CREEK
Site types
- 34 Standard Nonelectric
- 22 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
56 campsites at Spring Creek
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Management | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 020 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 021 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 022 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 024 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 025 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 026 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 028 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 030 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 031 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 032 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 033 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 034 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 035 | AREA SPRING CREEK | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
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| XXX | AREA SPRING CREEK | Management | Back In | Paved | 1 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
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Getting there
39.89583, -120.17639 · 39°53'45.0"N 120°10'35.0"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 2.4 | 2.1 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 1.3 | 2.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.3 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 Spring Creek
- Can you reserve a site at Spring Creek?
- Yes, Spring Creek is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Spring Creek have?
- 56 sites in total, of which 34 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Spring Creek?
- 1 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Spring Creek?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Spring Creek.
- Are campfires allowed at Spring Creek?
- Campfires are allowed at Spring Creek. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Spring Creek also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Spring Creek'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:
- There are two accessible campsites with paved access, grills, tables and paved pad.
Camping near Spring Creek
- Big Cove (Plumas National Forest, CA) 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Frenchman 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Chilcoot 2.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cottonwood (Ca) 3.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Meadow View Family Campground 9.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crocker Campground 13 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crocker Guard Station 13.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Big Cove Overflow 0.7 mi · Campground
- Cottonwood Springs Campground 2 mi · Campground
- Frenchman Dump Station 2 mi · Campground
- Conklin Park Campground 14.5 mi · Campground
- Lake Davis Dump Station 15.7 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 530-836-2575
- Email james.bradeen@usda.gov
- 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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