Taylorsville County Park campground
Taylorsville County Park
Several attractions are located near the campground, including the historic town of Quincy, the Indian Valley Museum, and the Plumas-Eureka State Park, which features a gold rush-era ghost town.
The camping area offers 27 campsites, each with a picnic table and fire ring, as well as access to potable water and restrooms. The campground is first-come, first-served, so visitors should plan to arrive early to secure a spot.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the Maidu people, who used the nearby Taylor Creek as a source of food and water. The Maidu were skilled basket weavers and their baskets were highly sought after by early settlers.
The best time to visit Taylorville County Park Camping Area is in the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to mid-80s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures at night, as the campground is located at an elevation of 4,500 feet.
What's on-site at Taylorsville County Park
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 Taylorsville County Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylorsville Community Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Brady's Camp Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Long Point Group Campground (25 People Per Site) | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Spanish Creek (Family ) | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Spanish Creek Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Taylorsville County Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca | 114 cfs | → |
| Spanish C A Quincy Ca | 56 cfs | → |
| N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca | 599 cfs | → |
| Little Truckee R Bl Div Dam Nr Sierraville Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Independence C Nr Truckee Ca | 23 cfs | → |
| Butte C Nr Chico Ca | 311 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Taylorsville County Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susanville 3.2 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Harkness Flat Near Chester 8nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Doyle Raws | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bull Flat Raws | 3.1 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Meadow Lk Snow Course | 21.2 in | 0.2 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
- Cedar Drive
- Wilderness Bucks Lake
- Plumas-Eureka State Park
- Chester Park
- Portola City Park
- Honey Lake Wildlife Area
Boat launches
- Lost Cove Boat Ramp
- Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway, California
- Plumas County
- Oroville-Quincy Road 17000-17046, Meadow Valley
Fishing spots
- Antelope Lake
- Deerheart Creek
- Mountain Meadows Reservoir
- Antelope Creek
- Goodrich Creek
- Butt Valley Reservoir
Paddle runs
- Pond In Sec 35, T26n, R9e To Confluence With Spanish Creek
- Confluence With Squaw Queen Creek To Confluence With Red Clover Creek
- Sec 17, T25n, R14e To Confluence With Last Chance Creek
- Confluence With East And West Branches Of Nelson Creek To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
- Silver Lake To Meadow Valley
- Headwaters To Confluence With Nelson Creek
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 Taylorsville County Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Taylorsville County Park
Can I make reservations at Taylorsville County Park?
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 Taylorsville County Park?
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 Taylorsville County Park.