Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area campground
Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area
What's on-site at Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bidwell Canyon - Lake Oroville State Rec Area | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Limesaddle - Lake Oroville State Rec Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Feather Falls | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Collins Lake Rv Park & Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Milsap Bar Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Butte C Nr Chico Ca | 307 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Smartville Ca | 28 cfs | → |
| Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca | 1,300 cfs | → |
| N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca | 507 cfs | → |
| Bear R Nr Wheatland Ca | 112 cfs | → |
| Sacramento R A Colusa Ca | 7,690 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grass Valley No. 2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blue Canyon | 21.0 in | 3.0 in | → |
| Blue Canyon Alert | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
- Hewitt Park
- Gary Nolan Sports Complex
- Oroville Wildlife Area
- Lassen National Forest
- National Wild And Scenic River Feather, California
Boat launches
- Loafer Creek Road, Oroville
- Butte County
- Bidwell Canyon Trail, Oroville
- Potters Ravine, Oroville
- River Bluff Drive 39, Oroville
Fishing spots
- Oroville Lake
- Thermalito Afterbay
- Merle Collins Reservoir
- Bullards Bar Reservoir
- Englebright Lake
- Bucks Lake
Paddle runs
- Highway 70 Crossing To Lake Oroville
- Nelsons Crossing To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
- Bear Gulch To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
- Forest Road 94 To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
- One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek To Bullards Bar Reservoir Spillway (Elevation 1902 Feet)
- Headwaters To Bear Gulch
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area
Can I make reservations at Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Loafer Creek - Lake Oroville State Rec Area.