Lone Rock Campground
Antelope Lake

Antelope Lake, Plumas National Forest, California
Antelope Lake, Plumas National Forest, California

Lone Rock Campground
Antelope Lake


Lone Rock Campground

Lone Rock Campground is on the northwest shore of Antelope Lake in the Plumas National Forest. The campground is at the point of a peninsula, about 2½ miles from Lost Cove Boat Ramp. Antelope Lake is home to a variety of water sports, including water skiing. Fishing is popular in the coves around the lake.

Lone Rock Campground has 87 campsites which can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Thirty-eight sites are available for reservations, while the remainder are kept open for first-come, first-served campers. Nine premium sites are lake-front. A forest of pine and fir offers good shade.

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Lone Rock Campground Basics
Lone Rock Campground Location: Northwest shore of Antelope Lake, 30 miles northeast of Taylorsville and 32 miles south of Susanville.
Elevation: 5,040 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Truckee - 123 miles, 2:26
Oroville - 101 miles, 2:18
Number of Sites: 87
Open - Closed: Open late May through early September, depending on weather
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 (fee per night for 2nd vehicle at campsite)
Extra vehicles may be parked in overflow lot for free.
Pets: on leash, always attended
Operated by Outdoors in Plumas for Plumas National Forest
Mt. Hough Ranger District: (530) 283-0555

Reservations for Lone Rock Campground
Reservations available Reservations for camping are available for 44 sites whenever the campground is open, up to 6 months in advance.
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 40 feet
Accessible Sites: None designated, some restrooms are accessible
Fees: $32 per night
Reservations: Lone Rock Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, check-out Noon

Lone Rock Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, tap water, store, bait shop, concessions, amphitheater
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near Lone Rock Campground: Boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, Lost Cove Boat Ramp, boat rentals from Antelope Lake Store, campfire programs, mountain biking, trail to Sunset Point





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.




Lone Rock Campground, Antelope Lake, Plumas National Forest

Lone Rock Campground

Plumas National Forest
Attractions and Activities

Uncrowded Plumas National Forest is filled with wonderful places to visit and things to do. Those who camp at Lone Rock Campground have beautiful Antelope Lake before them and the surrounding National Forest to explore.

  • Visit Black Mountain lookout for great views of Honey Lake and surrounding country.
  • 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 Lone Rock Campground Regulations

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

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