Meadow Camp
This campground features 6 improved dispersed campsites. Sites 1-3 are intended for equestrian use providing plenty of space for horse trailers.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
6 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
This campground has been improved and provides these convienences: a picnic table, fire pit and vault toilet. Please provide your own water and take your trash home, there are no trash services available at this site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Plumas National Forest |
| Booking | 6 sites no reservations. |
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 39.9318° N, 121.0424° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- There is not a corral or water trough, so be prepared for limited equestrian services.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Reliable RV ↗ | 39.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 43.1 mi |
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Explore
Video
Meadow Valley Campground Tour Nevada Campground
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miRock Creek1 mi trail
- 1.3 miSlate Tie1.6 mi trail
- 1.9 miWapaunsie1.3 mi trail
- 1.9 miSilver Creek0.7 mi trail
- 2 miDeer Creek1.7 mi trail
- 2.2 miGreen Flat0.8 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Plumas National Forest.
- inPlumas National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,431,953 acres
- 4.4 miBucks Lake Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 23,578 acres
- 7 miLassen National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,488,712 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
A beautiful native grass meadow, mixed pine and red oak forest, and the slow moving waters of the Meadow Valley Creek are the natural features that can be located near this campground.
Recreation
Equestrian and OHV access routes start immediately outside the entrance of the campground. Miles of roads are your fingertips and available for your riding pleasure. Adhere to all OHV and vehicle use guidelines.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Meadow Camp?
Sites at Meadow Camp are reservable on Recreation.gov. 6 sites no reservations. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Meadow Camp open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Meadow Camp have?
10 sites, including 6 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Meadow Camp?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Meadow Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Meadow Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Meadow Camp?
Equestrian and OHV access routes start immediately outside the entrance of the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Meadow Camp is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rock Creek Campground (2.3 mi, first-come), Deanes Valley Family CG Plumas NF (3.1 mi, partly first-come), and Snake Lake Campground And Equestrian Camp (3.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby