Gold Lake Campground Plumas National Forest California

Gold Lake Overview

Gold Lake Campground has 37 primitive campsites (11 reservable) and is in a secluded and forested area next to the lake.  Many campsites have views of the water and the beautiful craggy peaks and and mountains in the area. The ruins of an old mining community are also nearby.

Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs, but most sites are best for tent camping.  The gravel parking spurs tend to be fairly rocky and uneven. The road to the campground is also dirt (with more than a few dips & bumps) and high clearance vehicles are recommended.  Each site also has a table, food storage locker (bear box), fire ring and grill. You can camp up to 14 consecutive days. Up to 2 vehicles and 8 people per site. Check in is 2pm and check out is 12pm.

Amenities include vault toilets an d trash collection. Potable (drinking) water is not available. There’s also a boat and small boat trailer lot next to the campground. Firewood is available for purchase from the camp host. Cell service is not available. There is also a small day use / picnic area next to the campground.

Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation in the area includes boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.

Other campgrounds in the area include Snag Lake, Goose Lake and Lakes Basin.

Make a Reservation for Gold Lake

Amenities

• Boat Launch/Ramp
• Boat Ramp
• Boat Trailer Lot
• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service - None
• Dumpsters
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Firewood Available
• Food Storage Locker
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Overflow Parking
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Recycling Center
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
• Trash Collection

Activities

• Bird Watching
• Boating
• Canoeing
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Historic Sites
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• Paddle boarding (SUP)
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Stargazing
• Wildlife Viewing