Horse Campground

Plumas National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Oroville, CA, CA

Price: From $23 per night

Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: May through October

Horse Camp is located on the eastern shore of the Little Grass Valley Reservoir, giving visitors ample opportunity to fish, swim, boat and enjoy nature. The camp is one of eight campgrounds in the area, but the only one equipped to handle equestrian campers. It provides access to a beautiful, adjacent mountain lake and various hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails that meander through the scenic hills and valleys.The campground offers 10, single-family equestrian campsites, availab

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing

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

Horse Camp is the only equestrian-equipped campground in the area, located on the eastern shore of Little Grass Valley Reservoir with access to fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails. Google reviews average 4.3/5 stars with campers praising cleanliness, spacious sites, and private shower facilities.

Wildlife alert: Coyote, American Goshawk, Sierra Garter Snake, Northern Alligator Lizard, and Common Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Insider tips for Horse Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Request a map upon arrival to identify available campsites. Private showers available for a fee; some sites may not be level, so inspect before settling.

Skip Horse Campground if: You need full RV hookups—only electric hookups available at some sites; most sites have no hookups.. You require year-round camping—seasonal operation May through October only.. You prefer smaller, less populated facilities—10 total sites can fill quickly..

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

Nearby campgrounds: Red Feather California (Oroville, CA), Little Beaver A Campground (Oroville, CA), Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf (Bucks Lake, CA), Ramshorn (Nevada City, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Horse Campground

Cell signal at Horse Campground (Oroville, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Oroville, CA, CA★ 3.6 (10 reviews)From $23/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Horse Camp is located on the eastern shore of the Little Grass Valley Reservoir, giving visitors ample opportunity to fish, swim, boat and enjoy nature. The camp is one of eight campgrounds in the area, but the only one equipped to handle equestrian campers. It provides access to a beautiful, adjacent mountain lake and various hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails that meander through the scenic hills and valleys.The campground offers 10, single-family equestrian campsites, available for tent and RV camping.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups—only electric hookups available at some sites; most sites have no hookups.✕ You require year-round camping—seasonal operation May through October only.✕ You prefer smaller, less populated facilities—10 total sites can fill quickly.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Request a map upon arrival to identify available campsites.

Private showers available for a fee; some sites may not be level, so inspect before settling.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Coyote, American Goshawk, Sierra Garter Snake, Northern Alligator Lizard, and Common Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Oroville, California, travel east on Oro Dam Boulevard to Highway 162/Olive Highway. Continue on Highway 162/Olive Highway for 5 miles to Forbestown Road. Turn right and go 16 miles to La Porte Road. Turn left and travel 27 miles to La Porte, then 2 miles to signs for the recreation area. Turn right and continue just over 3 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Plumas National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Plumas National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Horse Campground cost per night?+
Horse Campground costs $23 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Horse Campground open?+
Horse Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Horse Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Horse Campground?+
Horse Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Horse Campground?+
Horse Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Horse Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Horse Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Horse Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Horse Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$23 /night★ 3.6 (10)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf

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From $15/night

Ramshorn

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From $20/night

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