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Attention: Spanish Creek Campground will be closed through December 31, 2013, due to nearby bridge construction.

SPANISH CREEK CAMPGROUND, CA

part ofPlumas National Forest, US Forest Service
Status: Open through Tue Sep 03 2013   Season Dates
21 site(s) found

Overview

Spanish Creek Campground is located in a forested area at the southwestern tip of Bucks Lake. It is tucked among plentiful fir, pine and cedar trees that are common in the northern Sierra Nevada mountain range.

The Bucks Lake wilderness area boasts various creeks and meadows, with multiple loop trails for hiking and biking.

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. Spanish Creek is in the Feather River Canyon, at an elevation of 2,000 feet.

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 Spanish Creek are also popular for swimming and wading activities.

Facilities:

Spanish Creek campground offers several single-family campsites that accommodate both tent and RV camping, however hookups are not 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.

Nearby Attractions:

The Mt. Hough Ranger District is less than 10 miles away.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
  • Accessible Vault Toilets
  • Drinking Water
  • Fishing
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Host
  • Parking
  • Parking Area
  • Paved Roads
  • Picnic Area
  • River Access
  • Swimming
  • Tables
  • Tubing
  • Waterfront Sites
Know Before You Go
  • Cell phone service is unreliable
  • Bears frequent the area; visitors must follow all food storage and garbage regulations
  • For more information, call Royal Elk Park Management at 1-530-283-3732

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
39.88167, -121.15056
39°52'54"N, 121°9'2"W

From Oroville, travel east on Highway 70 for 75 miles. The turnoff to the campground is two miles past Highway 89. From Quincy, travel west on Highway 70 for 8 miles. Campground is across the Spanish Creek bridge.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

SPANISH CREEK CAMPGROUND
HIGHWAY 70 AT SPANISH CREEK
QUINCY CA 95971

Phone Number:

Information: (530)283-0555
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