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Meadow Camp Campground

Federal campground in Plumas National Forest

Location: Meadow Valley, CA, CA

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This campground features 6 improved dispersed campsites. Sites 1-3 are intended for equestrian use providing plenty of space for horse trailers. There is not a corral or water trough, so be prepared for limited equestrian services.

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, Vault Toilets

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

6 improved dispersed campsites with equestrian access routes and OHV trails starting immediately outside the campground entrance. Sites 1-3 are specifically designed for horse trailers with plenty of space.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Townsend's Big-eared Bat, and three snake species (Northern Alligator Lizard, Western Yellow-bellied Racer, Mountain Garter Snake) verified within 8km.

Insider tips for Meadow Camp Campground: Sites 1-3 optimized for equestrian use with ample trailer space Book early—federal campground with only 6 sites and high demand Bring your own water; no drinking water available per camper reports

Skip Meadow Camp Campground if: You need hookups or water services—no hookups available, no drinking water on-site. You require garbage disposal—none available. You have a non-self-contained RV. You dislike paying fees without amenities.

Best time to visit Meadow Camp Campground: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Deanes Valley Family Cg (Ca) Plumas Nf (Bucks Lake, CA), Snake Lake Campground And Equestrian Camp (Quincy, CA), Silver Lake Campground (Plumas National Forest, Ca) (Meadow Valley, CA), Rock Creek Campground (Ca) (Bucks Lake, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Meadow Camp Campground

Cell signal at Meadow Camp Campground (Meadow Valley, CA): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage

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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Meadow Valley, CA, CA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This campground features 6 improved dispersed campsites. Sites 1-3 are intended for equestrian use providing plenty of space for horse trailers. There is not a corral or water trough, so be prepared for limited equestrian services.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 hookups or water services—no hookups available, no drinking water on-site✕ You require garbage disposal—none available✕ You have a non-self-contained RV✕ You dislike paying fees without amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Sites 1-3 optimized for equestrian use with ample trailer space

Book early

federal campground with only 6 sites and high demand

Bring your own water; no drinking water available per camper reports

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

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 · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Townsend's Big-eared Bat, and three snake species (Northern Alligator Lizard, Western Yellow-bellied Racer, Mountain Garter Snake) verified within 8km.

Location

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Campground entrance

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Community

#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 Meadow Camp Campground cost per night?+
Meadow Camp Campground costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Meadow Camp Campground open?+
Meadow Camp Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Meadow Camp Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Meadow Camp Campground?+
Meadow Camp Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Meadow Camp Campground?+
Meadow Camp 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 Meadow Camp Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Meadow Camp Campground is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Meadow Camp Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Meadow Camp Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Motor Vehicle Use Map for the greater Quincy area
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●Data sources on this page
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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
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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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$15 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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