Grizzly
Grizzly Campground (5,777 feet) is one of three family-friendly campgrounds located in the Lake Davis Recreation Area. The recreation area and its namesake lake, Lake Davis provides the classic lake fishing experience. For example, there are four boat launching facilities and many fishing access points around the lake. Water skiing and jet skiing are not allowed on this lake. That makes it a quieter location for that peaceful leisurely camping experience you're looking for.
The campground offers dozens of single-family sites, two of which are accessible, for tent and RV camping. A large portion of the campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Utility hookups are not provided.
Each site is equipped with picnic table, campfire ring with grill, and can accommodate up to two vehicles. Campground host, accessible flush toilets, and drinking water are provided. Campers are welcome to take advantage of the coin-operated showers half a mile away at Grasshopper Flat Campground.
Need to Know
Generally, campsites will accommodate 2 vehicles. The first vehicle is included in the site fee, the second vehicle fee will be collected onsite at the daily rate posted on the fee sign.
Some sites are available on a first-come, first serve basis.
Before arriving for your reservation, become aware of bear safety. Many black bears live in the nearby forest. They do come into the campground during the day as well as night. Bear safe food lockers are not available in the campground. Please go to the following link for mor information http://www.centerforwildlifeinformation.org/
Frequent strong winds can cause the lake to become very hazardous for small craft.
Water skiing and jet skiing are not permitted on the lake.
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Off road vehicles are not allowed on any facility roads. violators may be cited.
Check- In is 2:00pm and Check-Out is Noon
Natural Features
Lake Davis covers 4,000 acres and was created in 1967 for recreational opportunities, as well as to rejuvenate fish populations in nearby rivers and supply water to the town of Portola. The lake offers 32 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by tall pine trees. The campground is on the eastern shore and just a few campsites have lake views. The trees provide ample shade for the campground, however privacy is limited by a lack of understory.
Smith Peak State Game Refuge borders the lake to the east and south, creating prime habitat for a variety of wildlife and birds. Rich meadow rangeland combines with pine forest in every direction around the lake. Many lovely stands of aspen show, adding their richness to area fall color.
Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Portola, California, which is about 9 miles from the campground.
Portola is home to one of the largest railroad museums in the western United States.
Visit Smith Peak Fire Lookout when lightning is not expected.
Explore the many forest roads in this area. Take along a map, full tank and a dependable vehicle.
Recreation
In addition to camping, the area offers a wide variety of popular water-related activities, including fishing, boating and swimming. Numerous fishing access points are located around the perimeter of the lake and anglers will find rainbow and brown trout, bass and catfish. A boat ramp is available a half-mile north of the campground. Mountain biking, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are also available in the area.
Contact Information
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PLUMAS NATIONAL FOREST - BECKWOURTH RANGER DISTRICT PO BOX 7 BLAIRSDEN CA 96103
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 530-836-2575
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Reno, travel north on Highway 395 to Highway 70 and turn west to Portola. From Portola, take County Road 126 north for 7 miles, then County Road 112 to the east side of Lake Davis. Continue approximately 1 mile to the campground, which is on the left.
Available Campsites
- Site 014, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 036, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 052, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 044, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 038, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 051, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 053, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 039, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 040, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 049, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 035, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop AREA GRIZZLY, Type Standard Nonelectric
