Big Reservoir Campground

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Big Reservoir Campground
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Big Reservoir Campground
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Use of the lake and associated facilities at the privately operated Morning Star Campground is subject to a $25.00 fee that is not associated with...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Big Reservoir Campground

Big Reservoir Campground

31.1437, -120.7556

Driving directionsFollow Foresthill Rd to Sugar Pine Rd. 37 min (28.6 mi). Turn left onto Sugar Pine Rd. Take Forest Rte 24 to Rd Big Reservoir Campground.
Access via Foresthill Road to Sugar Pine Road and Forest Route 24 to Big Reservoir Campground.
Nearby places
Sugar Pine Reservoir — 9 miles (nearby recreational feature)
Morning Star Campground — adjacent (not a city).
Nearby supplies
Morning Star Campground Office (adjacent) — camp supplies like firewood are available there.

Best Time to Camp at Big Reservoir Campground

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer offers swimming, boating, and fishing access at nearby reservoirs and adjacent lake.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.0 / 5

No fall specifics; likely pleasant weather and fewer crowds but not detailed.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring likely offers fishing and mild weather, but no explicit spring details given.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter activities or operational details provided; winter appeal uncertain.

Planning Tips

    About Big Reservoir Campground

    Nestled beside a sparkling private lake, Big Reservoir Campground offers a peaceful retreat with all the essentials for a comfortable outdoor stay. Your campsite comes equipped with a table and fire ring complete with cooking grille, while vault toilets and drinking water keep things convenient. Access to the neighboring lake and Morning Star facilities is available for an additional $25 fee through the adjacent campground office.
    Big Reservoir Campground contains individual campsites; the facility is adjacent to Morning Star Campground which provides an additional 100 campsites. Specific campsite classifications (tent, RV, primitive, group, cabin, glamping) are not stated.
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    Amenities available

    Potable water
    Fire rings
    Picnic tables
    Firewood available
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    The campground is adjacent to a privately operated lake and the Morning Star Campground (100 additional campsites), and is near Sugar Pine OHV staging area and Sugar Pine Reservoir. Use of the privately operated lake and associated Morning Star facilities requires a $25.00 fee (contact the campground office at (530) 346-3028).
    FishingFishing opportunities are available at the adjacent privately operated lake associated with Morning Star Campground (use subject to a $25.00 fee) and at Sugar Pine Reservoir, which is located 9 miles away.
    SwimmingSwimming is available at Sugar Pine Reservoir (9 miles away); access to the adjacent private lake and its facilities at Morning Star is subject to a $25.00 fee.
    BoatingBoating is available at Sugar Pine Reservoir (9 miles away) and at the adjacent privately operated lake associated with Morning Star Campground (use subject to a $25.00 fee).
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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