Haskins Valley Campground
Bucks Lake

Bucks Lake, California
Bucks Lake, California

Haskins Valley Campground
Bucks Lake


Haskins Valley Campground

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Haskins Valley Campground, established by PG&E, is located along an inlet on the south shore of Bucks Lake. The sheltered site makes a great base from which to enjoy all the recreational opportunities at Bucks Lake, including water skiing, fishing, windsurfing, and boating.

Haskins Valley is the largest campground around the lake and certainly the most popular because of its location and amenities. A boat launch ramp is nearby.

The 65 campsites at Haskins Valley Campground can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. There are some walk-in, tent-only sites. Reservations are available for many sites. A 2-night minimum is required for those making reservations. Sites 10 and 14 - 29 are first-come, first served sites.

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Haskins Valley Campground Basics
Location: 20 miles west of Quincy on Bucks Lake Rd.
Elevation: 5,200 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: From Oroville via Oroville-Quincy Hwy,- 48 miles, 1:19
Number of Sites: 65
Open - Closed: Mid-May through early October, depending on weather
Check exact opening-closing dates:
PG&E Campgrounds - Opening, Closing, Fees
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 ($5 fee for 2nd vehicle)
Pets: on leash, always attended, $2 per night
Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric
Information: (530) 283-0256

Reservations for Haskins Valley Campground
Reservations accepted Reservations can be made for camping dates from late May through mid-September.
Booking Window: See PG&E's Reservation Information below
Maximum trailer/RV length: 40 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: #42, 43
Fees: $22.94 per night (pets $2 per night)
Reservations: Haskins Valley Campground Reservations
($8 reservation fee)
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, 11:00 AM

Haskins Valley Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, piped water
Campground Map: Haskins Valley Campground Map
Showers: No
Dump station: Yes
Nearby attractions: Sandy Point Day-use Area, Bucks Lake with water skiing, fishing and swimming; Lower Bucks Lake, Bucks Lake Lodge with a bar, restaurant, and store; Lakeshore Resort; bicycling, hiking, hunting, OHV

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Campground Reservation Information for 2023

PG&E has updated its reservations dates for 2023:
April 10, 8:00 AM - Reservations become available for camping dates one week or longer.
April 17, 8:00 AM - Reservations become available for stays less than one week.

Many PG&E campgrounds (except group campgrounds), including those with reservations available, also have some first-come, first-serve sites.


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Haskins Valley Campground, Bucks Lake, Plumas National Forest

Haskins Valley Campground

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Attractions and Activities

Located in the northern Sierra Nevada, just south of the Cascade Range, the beautiful Plumas National Forest is filled with wonderful places to visit and things to do. Campers at Haskins Valley Campground have Bucks Lake nearby as well as other National Forest attractions.

  • Hike in the Bucks Lake Wilderness.
  • Spend the day at Plumas Eureka State Park.
  • 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 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.

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Key Haskins Valley 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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General Camping Information

Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation site, check 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.