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Hutchins

Plumas National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Quincy, CA, CA

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hutchins Group Campground is the perfect location for groups who want to explore the greater Bucks Lake area of the Plumas National Forest. This campground was severely impacted by the Dixie Fire in 2021. Timber salvage management has left the campground barren and hot so prepare by providing adequate shade for your stay.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Showers, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Hutchins Group Campground offers direct access to Bucks Lake in the Plumas National Forest with fishing, boating, and hiking opportunities. Campers report a friendly host and convenient 10-15 minute walk to the lake.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Bobcat present in area. Also: Townsend's Big-eared Bat, Snowshoe Hare, Douglas' Squirrel, American Osprey, Canada Goose, Western Aquatic Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Hutchins: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 3 sites No cell service on-site; drive 30 minutes for coverage Bring shade structures; fire salvage has left campground exposed Self-contained RV required—no hookups available

Skip Hutchins if: You need RV hookups. You require year-round access (seasonal May-October only). You need cellular service on-site.

Best time to visit Hutchins: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Grizzly Creek Campground (Ca) (Quincy, CA), Sundew Campground (Ca) (Meadow Valley, CA), Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) (Meadow Valley, CA), Whitehorse Campground (Bucks Lake, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hutchins

Cell signal at Hutchins (Quincy, 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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    Quincy, CA, CA★ 3.8 (5 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Hutchins Group Campground is the perfect location for groups who want to explore the greater Bucks Lake area of the Plumas National Forest. This campground was severely impacted by the Dixie Fire in 2021. Timber salvage management has left the campground barren and hot so prepare by providing adequate shade for your stay.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV27 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsShowersBoat Launch
    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 RV hookups✕ You require year-round access (seasonal May-October only)✕ You need cellular service on-site

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with only 3 sites

    No cell service on-site; drive 30 minutes for coverage

    Bring shade structures; fire salvage has left campground exposed

    Self-contained RV required

    no hookups available

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season per verified data

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    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: American Black Bear, Bobcat present in area. Also: Townsend's Big-eared Bat, Snowshoe Hare, Douglas' Squirrel, American Osprey, Canada Goose, Western Aquatic Garter Snake.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
    Open in OpenStreetMap ↗
    530-283-0555· Plumas National Forest
    Getting there →

    Bucks Lake is 10 miles west of Quincy on the Oro-Quincy Highway (Highway 162). From Oroville, travel east on Highway 162 for approximately 45 miles to Bucks Lake Dam Road. Turn left and continue 3 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Hutchins cost per night?+
    Hutchins costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Hutchins open?+
    Hutchins is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Hutchins have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Hutchins?+
    Hutchins can accommodate RVs up to 27 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Hutchins?+
    Hutchins 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 Hutchins?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hutchins is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Hutchins open, and what are check-in times?+
    Hutchins is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    Forest Service ConcessionaireHutchins Campground Map
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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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    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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    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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    $50 /night★ 3.8 (5)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Hutchins cost per night?+
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    Does Hutchins have hookups?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Grizzly Creek Campground (Ca)

    Quincy, CA

    From $29/night

    Sundew Campground (Ca)

    Meadow Valley, CA

    From $30/night

    Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)

    Meadow Valley, CA

    From $30/night

    Whitehorse Campground

    Bucks Lake, CA

    From $31/night

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