North Fork Campground (Plumas)
Quick Facts
2,000 ftPrice
$30 - $45/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
21 campsites
Season
"Open from May 23 to...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
2,000 ftPrice
$30 - $45/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
21 campsites
Season
"Open from May 23 to...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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What Campers Say
Satisfactory
Based on 70 reviews
52 Google reviews
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"User reviews for North Fork Campground are mixed, with an average sentiment of 3.92 for campground-specific experiences. Common themes include clean facilities, proximity to the river, and friendly hosts, but issues with site proximity, overflowing trash, and inconsistent host behavior were also noted. Experiences seem to vary significantly between visits, often dependent on host and seasonal conditions."
Campground Map
North Fork Campground (Plumas)
40.0401, -121.2201
Best Time to Camp at North Fork Campground (Plumas)
The campground truly comes alive from May through August, when gentle mountain breezes replace winter's chill and wildflowers paint the meadows in vibrant hues. During these peak months, expect pleasantly warm days perfect for river activities and cool, star-filled nights that invite campfire gatherings. Early season visitors might encounter lingering snow on higher peaks, while late summer brings golden afternoons and the first hints of autumn's approach.
Campground 'comes alive' May–Aug; early summer praised and river full and clean then.
Late summer/fall visits suffer from overcrowding, reduced privacy and some fire damage reports.
Opens late May; wildflowers and high river levels make late spring/early summer especially nice.
Campground closed outside the late spring–summer operating window; winter not applicable.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: "May 23 - August 31.". Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: "Open from May 23 to August 31 for reservations; first-come, first-served from September 1 to September 28."
- Current Alerts: "No specific alerts present, but heavy burn damage is noted."
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