Bidwell Canyon Campground
Lake Oroville

Lake Oroville, California
Lake Oroville, California

Bidwell Canyon Campground
Lake Oroville


Bidwell Canyon Campground

Bidwell Canyon Campground at Lake Oroville is conveniently located next to boat launch ramps and the Bidwell Canyon Marina. At the marina campers can rent and launch boats, store their boat, and - best of all - enjoy a relaxing meal at The Anchor Management Bar & Grill.

RV Camping and Tent Camping at Bidwell Canyon Campground

Bidwell Canyon Campground features 75 campsites divided into two loops on either side of the marina - Big Pine Campground (sites 1-39) and Gold Flat Campground (sites 40-75). The sites welcome RV camping and tent camping. All the sites have full RV hook-ups available. Reservations can be made for your chosen campsite.

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Bidwell Canyon Campground Basics
Bidwell Canyon Campground Location: Bidwell Canyon and Arroyo Drive on the south side of Lake Oroville
Elevation: 925 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Oroville - 7 miles, 11 minutes
Sacramento - 75 miles, 1:27
Number of Sites: 75 sites for RV camping and tent camping
Camping Season: Open year-round
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle (fee for additional vehicle)
Pets: on leash, always attended
Operated by California State Parks
Information: For campground information about Bidwell Canyon Campground - (530) 538-2200

Reservations for Bidwell Canyon Campground
Reservations available Bidwell Canyon Campground reservations are available from April 1 to October 15, up to 6 months in advance of arrival date; other times of year first come, first served.
Maximum RV/trailer Length: RVs 40 feet, trailers 31 feet
Accessible Sites: Accessible sites available
Favorite Campsites: #11, 12, 13, 26, 31, 32, 44, 46, 50, 66, 68, 71
Fees: $45 per night
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: Bidwell Canyon Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, check-out Noon

Bidwell Canyon Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring with grill, full hook-ups (30 amp)
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water
Showers: Yes
Dump station: Yes
Campgrounds Map: Lake Oroville Campgrounds Map
Attractions near Bidwell Canyon Campground:
  • Head to Lake Oroville for boating, swimming, water skiing, and fishing.
  • Take advantage of convenient launch ramps.
  • Enjoy local hiking trails.
  • Tour 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.







Bidwell Canyon Campground, Lake Oroville, CA

Bidwell Canyon Campground


Lake Oroville Observations Tower, Lake Oroville, CA

Lake Oroville Observation Tower



Bidwell Canyon Campground, Lake Oroville, CA

Bidwell Canyon Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

2024

  • Nice, quiet, and relaxing.
  • Wonderful views near the lake.
  • Restroom and showers clean.
  • Some sites are close together.

Lake Oroville
Attractions and Activities

Lake Oroville is very popular with bass fishermen and with boaters and water skiers as well as hikers, horseback riders, and anyone looking for outdoor recreation. Bidwell Canyon Campground is close to the main facilities of the lake, including a marina and launch ramps.

  • 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.

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Key Bidwell Canyon Campground Regulations

  1. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  2. Generators may only be operated between 10 AM and 8 PM.
  3. Fires must be confined to provided fire rings.
  4. Dogs must be on leash and always attended. At night they must be in a tent or vehicle.

    Check Lake Oroville State Recreation Area for any campground updates.

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.