Goumaz Campground is in the Lassen National Forest south of Hog Flat Reservoir and 16 miles west of Susanville. With only 5 campsites, Goumaz Campground might be overlooked if it weren't along the wonderful Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail.
Those outside the greater Susanville area may not be aware of 25.4-mile-long Bizz Johnson Trail, but locals know it well as an exceptional hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding route. Established on an old railroad grade, the Bizz Johnson Trail is virtually level. For much of its course it follows the Susan River, crossing it a dozen times on bridges and trestles. In addition, the Bizz passes through 2 tunnels, one 450 feet long and the other 800 feet.
Goumaz Campground has only 5 campsites along the Susan River. Sites can accommodate RVs, trailers. and tents. Soaring Ponderosa pines provide ample shade. All of the sites are first-come, first-served.
| Goumaz Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Goumaz Campground Location: | 3 miles south of Highway 44 via Conard Road and Forest Road 30N03 |
| Elevation: | 5,220 feet |
| Nearby Cities: | Susanville - 16 miles
Westwood - 27 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 5 |
| Open - Closed: | May through October, depending on weather |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 ($5 per night for each additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Lassen National Forest |
| Eagle Lake Ranger District: | (530) 257-4188 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| No Reservations Available: | All campsites at Goumaz Campground are first-come, first-served. |
| Camping Limit: | 14 nights |
| Max. RV/Trailer Length: | 25 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | Free |
| Check-in, check-out: | any time, 2:00 PM |
| Goumaz Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring, piped water |
| Campground: | Vault toilets |
| Showers and Laundry: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Goumaz Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
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, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Visitors to Goumaz Campground are likely to spend most of their time on the Biz Johnson National Recreation Trail. For horseback riders, alternate trails along the river bypass the 2 tunnels on the trail. Lassen Volcanic National Park is only an hour's drive to the west. There visitors find a multitude of scenic attractions.
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