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Recreation Region: Beckwourth Ranger District

Lakes Basin Campground

Lakes Basin Campground is located in the Lakes Basin Recreation Area. Located nine miles southwest of Graeagle, California, this recreation area has special geological features.  There is breathtaking scenery and over 20 small lakes nearby, most of which are accessible by hiking trails.

Current Conditions
Closed for season September 28, 2025.

General Information

Open 24 hours/day

Overnight Use:
Peak Season (June 13 - Aug 31)
Single Site: $36 per night
Double Site: $67 per night
Group Site: $80 per night (up to 25 people)
Non-peak Season (Sept 01 - Sept 28)
Single Site: $30 per night
Double Site: $55 per night
Group Site: $80 per night (up to 25 people)
Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per night

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Address: 23 Mohawk Highway Blairsden, CA 96103
Phone: 530-836-2575
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Closed Midday for Lunch (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 39.6997

Longitude: -120.6608

Elevation

6,400 ft

Directions

Take County Road 519 off of State Route 89 just out of Graeagle, California.  Proceed north approximately nine miles to campground turnoff.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Tables at each site - some are accessible

Last updated September 29, 2025