Lone Rock (Ca)
Plumas National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: Janesville, CA, CA
Price: From $36 per night
Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (73 reviews)
Season: May through October
Lone Rock Campground is one of three in the Antelope Lake Recreation Area. Nestled in the beautiful northern Sierra Nevada mountain range, it offers forested woods and scenic vistas as far as the eye can see. Antelope Lake is one of the more remote, quiet lakes in the Plumas National Forest, making it a popular destination for anglers and explorers of all abilities.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing
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Lone Rock offers forested woods and scenic vistas in the remote Antelope Lake Recreation Area of the northern Sierra Nevada, with excellent access to fishing, swimming, and boating. Campers consistently praise the friendly host and pristine, quiet setting perfect for anglers and outdoor explorers.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Mountain Lion, and Bobcat present in area. Also Northern Rubber Boa and three garter snake species.
Insider tips for Lone Rock (Ca): Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability. Road access is paved the whole way but includes a steep grade; plan accordingly for larger RVs coming from Highway 395. Bring all supplies — no cell service or other services nearby. The campground is 18 miles off Highway 395. Host Debbie is knowledgeable about the area and very friendly; ask for local recommendations.
Skip Lone Rock (Ca) if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require cell service or nearby services.. Your vehicle struggles with steep grades or long washboard roads (50 miles from Truckee option)..
Best time to visit Lone Rock (Ca): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: Boulder Creek (Ca) (Janesville, CA), Long Point (Ca) (Janesville, CA), Black Mountain Lookout (Blairsden, CA), Ayers Creek Retreat (Portola, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Lone Rock (Ca)
Cell signal at Lone Rock (Ca) (Janesville, 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.
Lone Rock Campground is one of three in the Antelope Lake Recreation Area. Nestled in the beautiful northern Sierra Nevada mountain range, it offers forested woods and scenic vistas as far as the eye can see. Antelope Lake is one of the more remote, quiet lakes in the Plumas National Forest, making it a popular destination for anglers and explorers of all abilities.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with limited availability.
Road access is paved the whole way but includes a steep grade; plan accordingly for larger RVs coming from Highway 395.
Bring all supplies
no cell service or other services nearby. The campground is 18 miles off Highway 395.
Host Debbie is knowledgeable about the area and very friendly; ask for local recommendations.
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Take Arlington Road off Highway 89 (near Crescent Mills) to Taylorsville Road, continuing on Genesee Road and Indian Creek Road to Antelope Lake.
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.
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