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Lake Oroville regulars who already own a boat and are chasing a site that cars can't reach. Sites 24 and 26 get the best view marks from campers, and summer evenings on the water justify the $45 and the self-supply effort.
Price
$45/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
5 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$45/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
5 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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39.5836, -121.4632
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Learn more about alerts →Lake Oroville regulars who already own a boat and are chasing a site that cars can't reach. Sites 24 and 26 get the best view marks from campers, and summer evenings on the water justify the $45 and the self-supply effort.
No potable water on-site means hauling every drop yourself, and no fire rings limits evening camp cooking to a BBQ grill. Campers expecting even basic comforts will find this too stripped-down for the price.
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Summer delivers the best conditions for boat-in camping. Daytime highs run mid-70s to mid-90s°F, cooling to the 50s and 60s at night. The lake is fully accessible, boat ramps are staffed, and water sports are practical. Weekends and holidays draw crowds. Winter access becomes unpredictable as water levels drop and services close.
Summer noted as best season; lake fully accessible and boat ramps staffed.
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Foreman Creek Boat-in Campground is part of the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area and offers unique boat-in camping experiences. The campground includes picnic tables at each site and partial shade, while pit toilets provide basic restroom facilities. However, there are no fire pits or grills with fire rings—though BBQ grills are available. Sites are situated lakefront, offering direct access to water. Showers, potable water, electricity hookups, sewer hookups, and internet access are not available on-site, and firewood cannot be purchased. Pets are allowed, and the area is described as domestic-pet-friendly.
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