Peninsula Tent Campground
Little Grass Valley Reservoir

Little Grass Valley Reservoir, Plumas National Forest, California
Little Grass Valley Reservoir, Plumas National Forest, California

Peninsula Tent Campground
Little Grass Valley Reservoir


Peninsula Tent Campground

Peninsula Tent Campground rests on the southern shore of Little Grass Valley Reservoir in the Plumas National Forest. Peninsula is a walk-in, tent-only campground. Those who camp there are rewarded with nice views of the lake. Visitors to the campground enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, water skiing, and hiking.

Several mountain roads lead to the remote reservoir - (1) Highway 162 and Forbestown Road out of Oroville, (2) County Road 21 off Highway 20 near Marysville.

Peninsula Tent Campground has 25 first-come, first-served. walk-in tent sites. The campground is near Pancake Beach Day Use Area with change pavilions, restrooms, and parking. A boat launch ramp is also nearby.

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Peninsula Tent Campground Basics
Peninsula Tent Campground Location: south shore of Little Grass Valley Reservoir, 68 miles northeast of Marysville
Elevation: 5,100 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Marysville - 68 miles, 1:47
Oroville - 54 miles, 1:44 (via Hwy 162 and Forbestown Rd.)
Number of Sites: 25
Camping Season Open late May through mid-September or even October, depending on weather
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 (fee per night for 2nd vehicle)
Pets: on leash, always attended
Operated by Plumas National Forest
Feather River Ranger District: (530) 534-6500

Reservations
No Reservations: All campsites at Peninsula Tent Campground are first-come, first-served.
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: None designated
Fees: $23 per night
Check-in, check-out: 3:00 PM, 2:00 PM

Peninsula Tent Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, food locker, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water
Showers: No
Dump station: Nearby
Area Map: Little Grass Valley Reservoir Map
Attractions near Peninsula Tent Campground: Lakeshore Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Pancake Beach Day Use Area, Maidu Boat Launch Ramp, Blue Water Beach Day Use Area, boating, water skiing, fishing, swimming, swim beaches, horseback riding, mountain biking




Pancake Beach, Little Grass Valley Reservoir, Plumas National Forest

Pancake Beach



map of Little Grass Valley Reservoir, CA


Peninsula Campground, Little Grass Valley Reservoir, Plumas National Forest

Peninsula Tent Campground

Little Grass Valley Reservoir
Attractions and Activities

Little Grass Valley Reservoir is a 1,600-acre lake set at 5,000 feet in the Plumas National Forest east of Oroville. Visitors to Peninsula Tent Campground and the surrounding area have many opportunities for recreation.

  • Enjoy boating, water skiing, and fishing on Little Grass Valley Reservoir.
  • Hike or horseback ride on the Pacific Crest Trail or the 13-mile Lakeshore Trail around the lake (mountain bikers can use the Lakeshore Trail).
  • Find wheel-chair accessible fishing ramp by the dam.
  • Take your pick between two swim beaches.
  • Enjoy campfire programs at several campgrounds.
  • Explore nearby historic gold mining towns.
  • Hike to the summit of Bald Mountain.

Key Peninsula Tent Campground Regulations

  1. There is a limit of 1 wheeled camper and 2 tents per camp pad.
  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.
  5. Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.

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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.