Chilcoot

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ReservableAccess

40Sites

40 ftMax rig

The place

Chilcoot Campground (5,100 feet) is located just downstream from Frenchman Lake alongside Last Chance Creek. 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. Keep reading

Recreation 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. Facilities 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. Tables, campfire rings and recently added bear resistant containers are provided at each campsite Natural Features 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. 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. A variety of wildlife make this area home. Nearby Attractions Chilcoot Campground is one of five campgrounds in the Frenchman Recreation Area. Little Last Chance Scenic Area Frenchman Lake is less than three miles from the campground. Sierra Valley - Largest valley in the Sierra Nevada. Stores and services in the towns of Chilcoot and Loyalton. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (530) 836-2575.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 40

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
AREA CHILCOOT	001	standard nonelectric	25 ft	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	002	standard nonelectric	30 ft	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	003	standard nonelectric	38 ft	N/A	yes
AREA CHILCOOT	004	management	35 ft	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	005	standard nonelectric	40 ft	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	006	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	007	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	008	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	009	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	010	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	011	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	012	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	013	standard nonelectric	35 ft	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	014	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	015	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	016	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	017	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	018	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	019	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	020	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	021	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	022	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	023	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	024	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	025	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	026	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	027	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	028	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	029	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	030	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	031	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	032	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	033	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	034	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	035	standard nonelectric	—	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	038	management	40 ft	N/A
AREA CHILCOOT	040	management	40 ft	N/A
		management	35 ft	N/A
		management	35 ft	N/A
		tent only nonelectric	35 ft	N/A

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

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