Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf

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Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf

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Price

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Booking

First-Come

Sites

8 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf
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Campsite Fees
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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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(530) 283-0555

What Campers Say

4.33

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"Campers describe Deanes Valley Family Campground as a quiet, secluded, and largely unknown forest campground that feels very wild and off‑the‑grid. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the natural setting, spacing between sites, basic but well-kept facilities, and solitude, with only minor caveats about its remoteness and nighttime wildlife. "

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Best Time to Camp at Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf

The campground's thick canopy of mixed conifers acts as nature's air conditioning, creating a refreshing microclimate that offers welcome relief from the heat of exposed valley floors during summer months. While the forest provides natural temperature regulation year-round, visitors should check current conditions and road accessibility with the forest service before planning their trip, as seasonal information varies.

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

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Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm days. Most facilities open. Reserve ahead.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

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    About Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf

    Tucked away in the heart of Plumas National Forest, Deanes Valley Family Campground offers an intimate escape where towering conifers create a natural sanctuary for adventurers seeking quiet and connection with the wilderness. This hidden gem features just eight first-come, first-served sites, making it perfect for those who crave solitude and direct access to backcountry trails and OHV routes without the crowds of larger campgrounds.
    Eight first-come, first-served campsites located in mixed conifer forest offering solitude and access to backcountry trails and motor/OHV routes. Sites include basic amenities (fire ring, picnic table, food storage box) but lack potable water and trash facilities.
    Weather and SeasonsThe campground's thick canopy of mixed conifers acts as nature's air conditioning, creating a refreshing microclimate that offers welcome relief from the heat of exposed valley floors during summer months. While the forest provides natural temperature regulation year-round, visitors should check current conditions and road accessibility with the forest service before planning their trip, as seasonal information varies.
    Natural Features and SceneryStep into a world where sunlight filters through layers of pine, fir, and cedar, dappling the forest floor in ever-shifting patterns of light and shadow. The dense mixed conifer forest envelops each campsite in a private grove of shade and tranquility, while the gentle murmur of the South Fork of Rock Creek provides a constant, soothing soundtrack to your stay. This is the kind of place where you can watch squirrels dart between ancient tree trunks, listen to woodpeckers echo through the canopy, and breathe in the unmistakable scent of pine resin warming in the afternoon sun.
    Geological RegionPlumas National Forest
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    Campsite details

    Total Campsites8 campsites
    Recommended CampsitesBring all drinking water and your own firewood; pack out all trash. Expect shaded sites due to dense conifer forest and proximity to nearby trails and OHV routes.

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    Tents
    Tents are not allowed
    RV vehicles
    RV vehicles are not allowed
    Primitive
    Primitive are not allowed
    Reservable
    Reservations are not allowed

    Site layoutEight individual campsites; each site includes a fire ring, food storage box, and picnic table. One vault toilet is located on site. No potable water or trash facilities.
    Walk-in AvailabilityAll 8 campsites are first come/first serve.

    Amenities available

    Fire rings
    Food storage lockers
    Picnic tables
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    The campground provides access to backcountry trails and to nearby OHV and motor routes; the South Fork of Rock Creek flows nearby. General camping is available on site.
    Hiking
    Easy access to backcountry trails from the campground through mixed conifer forest.
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    Campground rules

    • Pets are not allowed
    • Each campsite has a fire ring. Campers must provide their own firewood. No additional fire restriction information provided.

    Hazards

    General hazardsNo potable water available on site (bring your own).

    Weather at Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf

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    Humidity: 46%
    Wind: 6.8 mph
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    Good to know

    Trash and recyclingNo trash facilities; visitors are asked to pack out all trash.
    Proximity to water featuresSouth Fork of Rock Creek flows nearby; no potable water available at the campground.
    HostFor facility-specific information, call (530) 283-0555.

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    Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf

    Reviews from booking and map sources

    4.3
    6 reviews
    Recommended
    Recommended
    Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers describe Deanes Valley Family Campground as a quiet, secluded, and largely unknown forest campground that feels very wild and off‑the‑grid. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the natural setting, spacing between sites, basic but well-kept facilities, and solitude, with only minor caveats about its remoteness and nighttime wildlife.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 6 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Reviewers love the peaceful, isolated atmosphere and the sense of having the forest to themselves, often noting that there are few or no other campers around. Highlights include well-spaced sites,...
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    Common Concerns

    There are no strong, repeated complaints, but some implied drawbacks appear. A few reviewers emphasize that the campground is remote, off a dirt road, and "off the grid" with no running water, which...
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    Based on 6 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Campers suggest this is a good basecamp for hiking and snowshoeing, and for those seeking solitude and wildlife viewing. Because it is off the grid with no running water, visitors should bring their...
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    Camper Quotes

    "Sites are not too close together, which is important to us, the pit toilets weren't so bad. Close to Quincy for supplies if needed, but far enough out to be quiet." "Quiet, secluded forested NFS...
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    Accessibility Features

    One reviewer notes that the campground is reached via a dirt road well off the main paved route (Bucks Lake Road), indicating access may involve rougher driving conditions. Another mentions there is...
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