Chilcoot sits among the stunning landscapes of Plumas National Forest in California . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Jun-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Chilcoot located in Chilcoot, California, offering 50 camping sites.
Chilcoot
A Rural campground in California
Overview
chilcoot Campground (5,100 Feet) Is Located Just Downstream From Frenchman Lake Alongside Last Chance Creek. a Variety of Wildlife Make This Area Home. Tables, Campfire Rings and Recently Added Bear Resistant Containers Are Provided at Each Campsite
This Campground Is Situated at the Southern End of Last Chance Scenic Area. the Scenic Area Is the Result of Little Last Chance Creek Cutting Through Ancient Lava Flows.
Little Last Chance Scenic Area
Frenchman Lake Is Less Than Three Miles From the Campground. the Sound of Flowing Water Along with Shade From the Surrounding Pine and Cottonwood Forest Are Key Features Making This a Great Place to Relax and Enjoy the Outdoors. Chilcoot Campground Is One of Five Campgrounds in the Popular Frenchman Lake Recreation Area of Northeastern California’S Plumas National Forest. the Campground Is Far Enough Away From the Lake That Visitors Can Experience the Serene Sense of Solitude That the Remote Mountain Setting Provides.
Frenchman Recreation Area Offers a Wide Variety of Recreational Opportunities. Water Sports Including Fishing, Skiing, Jet Skiing, Swimming Are Readily Available Supported by Two Boat Launch Facilities, Several Fishing Access Points and Day Use Areas. Camping, Picnicking Hiking and Exploring Forest Roads Can Each Provide the Type of Adventure You Are Looking for. Dispersed Camping (Camping Outside Developed Campgrounds) Is Not Allowed in the Recreation Area. Winter Activities Range From Snowmobiling to Ice Fishing and Cross-Country Skiing.
the Campground Has 40 Single-Family Tent and RV Camp Sites. Some Sites Are Available for Tent Camping Only. Fifteen Campsites Are Available for Reservations During Peak Camping Season. All Other Campsites Are Available As ‘First Come’ Sites As Long As the Campground Is Open. Paved Roads, Paved Campsite Parking, Water, Flush Toilets, Host, Firewood and Trash Service Are Available During Peak Camping Season. This Is the Interface of Desert and Mountain Climates Characterized by Less Precipitation Than Areas to the West and More Than Areas to the East. Desert Scrub Grows Alongside Pine Forest.
Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (530) 836-2575.Nearby Attractions
Chilcoot Campground Is One of Five Campgrounds in the Frenchman Recreation Area.
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Stores and Services in the Towns of Chilcoot and Loyalton.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: Chilcoot, California
Coordinates: 39.8655556, -120.1661111
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (530) 836-2575
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Swimming|fishing|hiking|picnic|water|fire-ring|lake|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $32-45
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 20 stations
Nearest Market: LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco
Notes: Signals FROM LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 50 stations (15 AM, 35 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: POP, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK, Country
Local News: KNX 1070 Am
Market: La/Sf/SAN DIEGO
Notes: 15 AM, 35 FM Stations from La/Sf/San Diego
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ The Top Story
Distance: 13.7 miles away
Address: 413 Beckwith St, Loyalton, CA
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232826
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Plumas National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/plumas-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: plumas-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Plumas National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: plumas-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 39.0
- States Covered: California
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1070
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1070, 1070.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: california
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: plumas-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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