Floating Campsites are a unique camping option offered at Lake Oroville. Each campsite raft has a camp table, sink, propane BBQ grill (propane provided), lockable closet, restroom, covered living area, an upper sun deck/sleeping area and room for tents. Campers must bring their own drinking water.
Floating Campsite on Lake Oroville
Ten Floating Campsites are moored at various locations around the lake, inside 5 MPH zones. The campsites are only accessible by boat. No pets are allowed. Reservations are required. Those arriving on a Friday, Saturday or holiday must make a minimum 2-night reservation. Visitors will need to bring a padlock with them to secure property in the storage locker on the Floating Campsites.
Reservations are for a floating campsite area (such as sites 1-3 or 5-8) with the specific campsite number to be assigned upon arrival.
Camp table, sink, propane BBQ grill (propane provided), lockable closet, restroom, covered living area, an upper sun deck/sleeping area and room for tents. no potable water
Enjoy beautiful Lake Oroville for boating, swimming, water skiing, and fishing. Find nearby marinas and launch ramps. Explore local hiking trails. Take a tour of the Visitor Center and climb the 47-foot viewpoint tower. At the top of the tower are high-power telescopes for views from the lake to the Sierra.
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Accessible Sites
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Lake Oroville is very popular with anglers seeking bass, with boaters and water skiers, hikers, horseback riders, and anyone looking for outdoor recreation. Visitors to the Floating Campsites enjoy a quiet spot on the lake. All the attractions of Lake Oroville are still nearby.
Set out onto the clear waters of Lake Oroville for water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, cruising, wake boarding, and swimming.
Around the lake find an excellent horse camp and boat-in camps. Unique floating campsites may also be reserved.
Tour the Lake Oroville Visitor Center with museum and exhibits.
Around the lake find marinas with boat rentals and launch ramps.
Spend a week on a houseboat cruising all the inlets and coves.
Hike the trails around the lake, including the popular Feather Falls trail.
Bicycle on the many roads and paths open to cycling.
In Oroville visit the Feather River Nature Center, the Pioneer History Museum, and the Feather River Fish Hatchery.
Key Floating Campsite Regulations
Bring a padlock to secure belongings at the campsite.
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the reservation site when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
Accessible Sites
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.