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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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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