Summary
The campground offers picturesque views of the surrounding mountains and forests, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. Nearby points of interest include the Black Butte Lake, Stony Gorge Reservoir, and the Sacramento River. The campground has 15 campsites, each equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. It is a first-come, first-serve campground with no reservations available. Amenities include vault toilets, drinking water, and trash collection. The best time to visit is during the summer months, from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from 75°F to 85°F during the day and 50°F to 60°F at night. Visitors should come prepared for hot, dry weather and be mindful of fire restrictions.
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Nearby Campgrounds
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Lower Bucks
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Lower Bucks Campground
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Sundew
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Hutchins Group Campground
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Sundew Campground
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Bucks Lake Recreation Area
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5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spanish C A Quincy Ca
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108cfs |
Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca
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202cfs |
Butte C Nr Chico Ca
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612cfs |
N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca
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480cfs |
Deer C Nr Vina Ca
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490cfs |
Mill C Nr Los Molinos Ca
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460cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC HARKNESS FLAT NEAR CHESTER 8NNW
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216" |
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SUSANVILLE 3.2 SSW
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0" |
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GRASS VALLEY NO. 2
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NOHRSC MEADOW LK SNOW COURSE
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21" |
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BLUE CANYON
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21" |
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BLUE CANYON ALERT
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Headwaters To Bucks Lake
Silver Lake To Meadow Valley
Caribou Reservoir To Beldon
Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Feather River
Confluence Of Spanish Creek And Indian Creek To Confluence With North Fork Feather River
Rock Creek Dam To Cresta Reservoir