Can you reserve a site at North Fork Campground (Plumas)?

Yes, North Fork Campground (Plumas) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does North Fork Campground (Plumas) have?

22 sites in total, of which 21 can be booked.

Are pets allowed at North Fork Campground (Plumas)?

Yes, pets are allowed at North Fork Campground (Plumas).

North Fork Campground (Plumas) — 21 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

North Fork Campground is located on Highway 70 just east of the Highway 89 intersection; just east of where Spanish Creek and Indian Creek merge together to create the east branch of the North Fork Feather River. Although the campground has been recently upgraded, it still holds the charm that it did in years past.

Recreation

Anglers enjoy a healthy supply of rainbow trout in the nearby Feather River, which is within walking distance from the campground. The river and nearby North Fork are also popular for swimming and wading activities.

Facilities

North Fork Campground offers several single-family campsites that accommodate both tent and RV camping, however hookups are available.

Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are also provided. A full-service store, gas and phone service is available less than 10 miles away.

Natural Features

This campground is located in the Plumas National Forest, which is attractive to outdoor enthusiasts because of its many streams and lakes, beautiful deep canyons, rich mountain valleys, meadows, and lofty peaks. North Fork is in the Feather River Canyon, at an elevation of 2,000 feet.

The facts

21 bookable sites
22 sites in total, including non-bookable
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: North Fork

Site types

17 Standard Nonelectric
4 Standard Electric
1 Management

Amenities

Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

22 campsites at North Fork Campground (Plumas)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	North Fork	Standard Electric	—	—	—	8	🐾
002	North Fork	Standard Electric	—	—	—	8	🐾
003	North Fork	Standard Electric	—	—	—	8	🐾
004	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
005	North Fork	Standard Electric	—	—	—	8	🐾
006	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
007	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
008	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
009	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
010	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
011	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
012	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
013	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
014	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
015	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
016	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
017	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
018	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
019	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
020	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
021	North Fork	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾
022	North Fork	Management	—	—	—	8	🐾

Getting there

40.04010, -121.22010 · 40°2'24.4"N 121°13'12.4"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	11.5	10.8	10.3	5.7	3.4	1.2	0.1	0.1	0.4	2.9	6.3	12.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.7 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 North Fork Campground (Plumas)

Can you reserve a site at North Fork Campground (Plumas)?: Yes, North Fork Campground (Plumas) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does North Fork Campground (Plumas) have?: 22 sites in total, of which 21 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at North Fork Campground (Plumas)?: Yes, pets are allowed at North Fork Campground (Plumas).

Also listed by

North Fork Campground (Plumas) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by North Fork Campground (Plumas)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Accessibility:

Accessible sites available.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-08.

North Fork Campground (Plumas)