Hallsted Campground
Plumas National Forest

Feather River, Plumas National Forest, California
Feather River, Plumas National Forest, California

Hallsted Campground
Plumas National Forest


Hallsted Campground

Hallsted Campground is tucked in the beautiful Feather River Canyon in the Plumas National Forest. The campground is 17 miles west of Quincy. Visitors to the campground appreciate the great campground amenities such as electric hook-ups in some sites, hot showers, and flush toilets. Fishing in the North Fork of the Feather River is always rewarding. A walking path leads from the campground down to the river. A general store is located less than ½-mile away in Twain.

Hallsted Campground's 20 campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Eight of the sites have electric hook-ups and several sites are universally accessible. Reservations are accepted for the campground.

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Hallsted Campground Basics
Hallsted Campground Location: 17 miles west of Quincy on Highway 70
Elevation: 2,780 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Oroville - 60 miles, 1:18
Number of Sites: 20
Camping Season: Open mid-May through early September
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 vehicles. Second vehicle at campsite charged a fee per night. (Overflow parking is available at no charge.)
Pets: on leash, always attended
Operated by Outdoors in Plumas for Plumas National Forest
Feather River Ranger District: (530) 534-6500

Reservations for Hallsted Campground
Reservations accepted Reservations are available for camping dates from mid-May through early September.
Booking Window: from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 30 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: #18 and 20
Fees: $31 per night for standard sites
$41 per night for sites with electricity
Reservations: Hallsted Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, check-out Noon

Hallsted Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, food locker, fire ring with grill, lantern post; some sites with partial hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water
Showers: Yes
Dump station: No
Attractions near Hallsted Campground: Butterfly Valley Botanical Area with its insect eating plants, historic Greenville, Quincy, Lake Almanor, Round Valley Reservoir




General Camping Information

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.




Hallsted Campground, Feather River Canyon, Plumas National Forest

Hallsted Campground

Plumas National Forest
Attractions and Activities

Located in the northern Sierra Nevada, just south of the Cascade Range, uncrowded Plumas National Forest is filled with wonderful places to visit and things to do. Those who camp at Hallsted Campground are near many of the most scenic parts of the National Forest.

  • Hike portions of the famous Pacific Crest Trail
  • Visit Black Mountain lookout for great views of Honey Lake and surrounding country.
  • Explore the magnificent Backcountry Discovery Trail, 150 miles of roads through the Plumas National Forest, accessible to high clearance vehicles and 4-wheel SUVs.
  • Spend some days at Little Grass Valley Recreation Area and enjoy boating, waterskiing, sailing, and fishing.
  • Take a scenic drive through the Indian Valley Area north of Quincy.
  • Hike in the Bucks Lake Wilderness.
  • Hike portions of the famous Pacific Crest Trail.
  • Horseback ride in Deanes Valley or Lakes Basin.
  • Fish in Lake Davis, Antelope Lake, and round Valley Reservoir.
  • Head out for some OHV excitement at Bucks Lake Recreation Area or Gold Lake.
  • Take your boat out to Lake Davis, Antelope Lake, or Lower Bucks Lake.

Key Hallsted Campground Regulations

  1. Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  2. Avoid problems with bears by storing food and similar items in bear-proof lockers.
  3. Confine campfires to the provided fire pits.
  4. Obtain firewood locally to avoid bringing in pests.

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