Whitehorse Campground
Whitehorse campground is located within three miles of Bucks Lake in the northern Sierra Mountains on the Plumas National Forest. The Bucks Lake area offers year-round recreation activities including fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, skiing,snowshoeing and horseback riding.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
| Equestrian | 3 |
Site guide
19 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | A | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 02 | A | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 03 | A | Standard | Back-in | 24 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 04 | A | Standard | Back-in | 31 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 05 | A | Standard | Back-in | 34 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 06 | A | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 07 | A | Standard | Back-in | 31 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 08 | B | Standard | Back-in | 34 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 09 | B | Standard | Back-in | 28 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 10 | B | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 39 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Your camping fees make a difference!!! In 2024 this campground recieved new concrete picnic tables and bear proof food storage lockers in most campsites. Vault toilets, water and trash services are on site as well.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Plumas National Forest |
| Booking | Sites can be reserved by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.Recreation.gov |
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Getting there
Physical Address: 14551 Bucks Lake Road, Bucks Lake, California. From Quincy: Take Oroville-Quincy Hwy west 15 miles to the campground which will be on your left. If you have a large RV you will need to take Oroville-Quincy Hwy, left onto Big Creek Road, right on Bucks Lake Road, and the campground will be on your right.
| Nearest town | Bucks Lake, California |
| Coordinates | 39.8881° N, 121.1411° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 37.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Mike Friend RVs ↗ | 39.6 mi |
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Explore
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miMill Creek ↗9 mi trail
- 1.2 miBucks Creek Loop4.3 mi trail
- 1.3 miNorth Haskins1.5 mi trail
- 1.9 miRight Hand Branch Mill Creek ↗4.8 mi trail
- 2.1 miMorrow Creek1.6 mi trail
- 2.4 miMcFarland0.7 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
- 2 miBucks Lake Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 23,578 acres
- 10.3 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Natural features
This campground is set in a fir and pine forest offering shade during the warm summer months. Situated at 5,500 feet in elevation, the campground is settled along a small creek that feeds into Bucks Lake.
Recreation
Staying at the Whitehorse campground provides access to several activites located in the greater Bucks Lake area. Fishing, boating, and canoeing, as well as hiking are all activities that can be achieved by staying in this campground. There are walking trails to the lake. A hiking trail runs from the campground and provides access to the Bucks Lake Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail. Limited supplies and a deli are located at the Haskins Valley Store just a short drive away.
Nearby
The nearby Bucks Lake Lodge has a bar, restaurant and store offering fishing supplies and groceries.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Whitehorse Campground?
Sites at Whitehorse Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Sites can be reserved by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Whitehorse Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Whitehorse Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Whitehorse Campground have?
19 sites, including 16 standard sites without power and 3 equestrian sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Whitehorse Campground?
The longest site here provides 39 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 Whitehorse Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Whitehorse Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Whitehorse Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Whitehorse Campground?
Staying at the Whitehorse campground provides access to several activites located in the greater Bucks Lake area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Whitehorse Campground?
Bucks Lake, California. The nearby Bucks Lake Lodge has a bar, restaurant and store offering fishing supplies and groceries.
Source: Getting there
What if Whitehorse Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rock Creek Campground (0.9 mi, partly first-come), Bucks Lake Recreation Area (2.3 mi, first-come), and Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) (3.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby