Grasshopper Flat
GRASSHOPPER FLAT
Part of Plumas National Forest
Overview
Grasshopper Flat Campground (5,886 feet) is one of three family campgrounds located in the Lake Davis Recreation Area. Campground loops around in the hills overlooking the lake providing most campsites with sweeping views of the lake's crystal blue water. Pine forest gives most campsites plenty of afternoon shade. A boat ramp and RV dump station are nearby. A trailhead for 7 mile long Lake Davis Trail is less than half a mile away.
Facilities
There are multiple single-family tent and RV campsites, as well as one large group site. All campsites are equipped with picnic table, campfire rings and grill. Each site can accommodate up to two vehicles on a paved pad. The campground has paved roads. In peak season there is a campground host, drinking water, coin operated showers, flush toilets and trash service.
Natural Features
The 4,000-acre Lake Davis 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. A variety of wildlife make its home near the campground. Tall mountain peaks offer backdrop to lake views.
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. Free trout fishing days are hosted by state agencies in June and September.Mountain biking, hunting and wildlife viewing are also available in the area. During winter months visitors enjoy ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Portola, California, which is home to one of the largest railroad museums in the western United States. A state game refuge borders the lake to the east and the south.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 836-2575.Important Notices
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 campsites are available on a first come basis.
Frequent strong winds can cause the lake to become very hazardous for small craft.
Waterskiing and jet skis are not permitted.
Fires only allowed in designated fire rings. Firewood Bundles are available for purchase from the campground host.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
Bears may visit the campground during the day as well at at night. Bear resistant lockers are not available. Follow campground regulations and store food and other attractants safely. For more information Click Here
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The Showers are open for the camping season.
Check- In is 2:00pm and Check-Out is Noon
Available Activities
- Swimming Site - Swimming Site
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Boating - Boating
- Birding - Birding
- Biking - Biking
- Hiking - Hiking
- Photography - Photography
- Sailboarding - Sailboarding
- Sailing - Sailing
Directions
From Reno, travel north on Highway 395 to Highway 70 and turn west to Portola. From Portola, take County road 126 north for seven miles, then County road 112 to the east side of Lake Davis. It is approximately one mile to the campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 530-836-2575
PLUMAS NATIONAL FORESTPO BOX 7
BLAIRSDEN, CA 96103
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 013, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 051, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 040, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 036, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 056, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 038, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 029, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 044, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 054, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 032, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 049, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 055, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 030, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 027, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 035, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 043, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 050, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 69/70, Loop LOO3, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 033, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 034, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 039, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 063, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 047, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 045, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 031, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 059, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 065, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 037, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 046, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 057, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 041, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 048, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 067, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 061, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 066, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 060, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 068, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 058, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 064, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 062, Loop LOO3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 042, Loop LOO2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop LOO1, Type Standard Nonelectric
