Hallsted

Plumas National Forest — riverside

Location: Twain, CA, CA

Price: From $35 per night

Price range: $35–$45 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (47 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hallsted campground is conveniently situated in the Feather River Canyon, just off the main road in the northern Sierra Nevada Mountains. At an elevation of 2,300 feet, it offers a cool getaway from the summer heat, as well as a variety of outdoor activities The route on the nearby Feather River National Scenic Byway traverses a steeply carved river gorge that encapsulates the historic railroad system from Oroville to Quincy and impressive powerhouses built to provide hydroelectricity. Hallsted

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hallsted to be notified when sites open up.

Hallsted offers a cool Sierra Nevada getaway at 2,300 feet elevation in the scenic Feather River Canyon with clean facilities and river access. Campers consistently praise the beautiful setting, excellent hospitality, and stargazing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, Western Yellow-bellied Racer, and Mountain Garter Snake present in area; also Sandhill Crane, Cedar Waxwing, and bat species.

Insider tips for Hallsted: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a tube for river activities nearby Dogs are welcome

Skip Hallsted if: You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Hallsted: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Snake Lake Campground And Equestrian Camp (Quincy, CA), Silver Lake Campground (Plumas National Forest, Ca) (Meadow Valley, CA), Spanish Creek Campground (QUINCY, CA), Meadow Camp Campground (Meadow Valley, CA).