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Whitehorse Campground
19 sites are available in a shady campground next to Bucks Creek and close to Bucks Lake. The Bucks Creek Loop Trail runs through the campground and provides a nice place to hike. There are three equestrian campsites available (no corrals).
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Visitors should always check Alerts and Notices on the Plumas National Forest website. |
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| Reservations: | Click Here for important information you should know before making your reservation.
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| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Usage: | Light |
| Busiest Season: | July- August |
| Closest Towns: | Located 32 miles northeast of Oroville on Oroville-Bucks Lake Road, or 17 miles west of Quincy on Oroville-Bucks Lake Road. |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Passes: | Access and Senior passes accepted. |
| Information Center: | Mt. Hough Ranger District 39696 Hwy 70 Quincy, Ca 95971 (530)283-0555 |
General Information
Directions:From downtown Quincy, take the Bucks lake Rd. for 17 miles. From Oroville, there are two routes. Take hwy 70 east through the Feather River Canyon to Quincy, then follow the Bucks Lake Rd. to the lake. or, from Orville, take Oroville Dam Blvd., turn right on Olive/Hwy 162 and follow it to the lake. This route is only open during the summer months after the road is plowed. Call ahead for road status.
General Notes:
Bear Box on site.
Activities
Campground Camping
RV Camping
Viewing Wildlife
Viewing Plants
Viewing Scenery
Scenic Driving
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