Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Janesville, CA
Nestled in the serene landscapes of northeastern California, Janesville serves as an excellent gateway for outdoor enthusiasts seeking diverse camping options. Just a short drive from town, Lake Davis offers popular RV and tent camping sites with stunning views of the Sierra Nevada mountains, where visitors can enjoy fishing, hiking, and bird-watching amidst beautiful pine forests. For those seeking a more rustic experience, dispersed camping along the nearby Plumas National Forest provides ample opportunities to immerse yourself in nature, with pristine rivers and secluded meadows ideal for quiet retreats.
The lake and national forest are surrounded by rolling hills, ensuring plenty of diverse terrain for hikes suitable for all skill levels. For families looking for convenience, local campgrounds like Davis Lake Campground provide modern amenities and easy access to water activities, while maintaining the charm of the natural landscape. Whether you prefer setting up beneath the stars in a tent, enjoying the comforts of an RV, or finding solitude in dispersed camping zones, Janesville is the perfect starting point to explore the great outdoors in California's breathtaking scenery.
Merrill Campground is located in the Eagle Lake Ranger District, Lassen National Forest (2 hrs 35 min northeast of Chico, CA) with an elevation of 5,139 feet. There are a total of 168 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 178 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 117 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $32.00 to $77.00. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking.
Eagle Campground is located in the Eagle Lake Ranger District, Lassen National Forest (2 hrs 34 min northeast of Chico, CA) with an elevation of 5,142 feet. There are a total of 48 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 2 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $45.00. Some amenities include flush toilets.
Chilcoot Campground is located in the Beckwourth Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (38 min northwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,122 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 12 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 47 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $34.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
West Eagle Campground is located in the Eagle Lake Ranger District, Lassen National Forest (2 hrs 35 min northeast of Chico, CA) with an elevation of 5,140 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $130.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Spring Creek Campground is located in the Beckwourth Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (45 min northwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,632 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 15 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $38.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hutchins Group Campground is located in the Mt. Hough Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (1 hr 17 min northeast of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 5,154 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 27 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $97.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Whitehorse Campground is located in the Mt. Hough Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (1 hr 19 min northeast of Oroville, CA) with an elevation of 5,232 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 18 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 27 and 58 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $31.00 per night. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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