Plumas National Forest — lakesideLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Meadow Valley, CA, CA★ 2.4 (5 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Mill Creek campground is located at Bucks Lake in the northern Sierra Mountains on the Plumas National Forest. The Bucks Lake area offers year-round recreation activities including fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, skiing,snowshoeing and horseback riding. Each site has a fire ring, picnic table and food storage lockers.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsElectric Hookups
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 require RV hookups — most sites have no hookups and are suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer less crowded times — book early due to high demand at this federal campground
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with high demand
Showers available at Shady Point boat ramp area
Boat launch accessible at campground for fishing and boating activities
Best: Year-round
Campground operates year-round with activities including fishing, boating, hiking, snowmobiling, skiing, and snowshoeing
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: American Black Bear, Bobcat, Townsend's Big-eared Bat, Snowshoe Hare, American Osprey, and various lizard species present in the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
530-927-7878· Plumas National Forest
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#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, speakableHow much does Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) cost per night?+
Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) costs $30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) open?+
Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)?+
Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)?+
Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) 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 Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) open, and what are check-in times?+
Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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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$30 /night★ 2.4 (5)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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