Sundew Campground campground
Sundew Campground
Reservations are accepted at Sundew Campground, allowing visitors to secure their desired campsite ahead of time. This feature ensures a stress-free camping experience, especially during busy seasons. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance to guarantee availability.
The best time to visit Sundew Campground is during the spring or fall seasons when the weather is mild and enjoyable. Summers can be quite hot, so it is advised to bring appropriate sun protection and plenty of water. The campground is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, making it an excellent destination for hiking, bird watching, and nature photography.
Visitors should be cautious of wildlife in the area, as encounters with bears and other animals are possible. It is essential to properly store food and dispose of trash to prevent attracting wildlife to the campsites. By following camping regulations and being mindful of the surroundings, campers can have a memorable and safe experience at Sundew Campground.
What's on-site at Sundew Campground
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 Sundew Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hutchins Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Sundew | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lower Bucks Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Bucks | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Bucks Lake Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sundew Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish C A Quincy Ca | 58 cfs | → |
| Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca | 118 cfs | → |
| N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca | 631 cfs | → |
| Butte C Nr Chico Ca | 320 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Vina Ca | 249 cfs | → |
| Mill C Nr Los Molinos Ca | 298 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sundew Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Harkness Flat Near Chester 8nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Susanville 3.2 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grass Valley No. 2 | 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
- Wilderness Bucks Lake
- National Wild And Scenic River Feather, California
- Lassen National Forest
- Moore Road Park
- Aquatic Park
- Paradise Community Park
Boat launches
- Plumas County
- Oroville-Quincy Road 17000-17046, Meadow Valley
- Peninsula Road, Strawberry Valley
- Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway, California
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Bucks Lake
- Silver Lake To Meadow Valley
- Confluence Of Spanish Creek And Indian Creek To Confluence With North Fork Feather River
- Caribou Reservoir To Beldon
- Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Feather River
- Rock Creek Dam To Cresta Reservoir
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 Sundew Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sundew Campground
Can I make reservations at Sundew Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Sundew Campground?
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 Sundew Campground.