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.
| 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
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Pancake Beach
Peninsula Tent Campground
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.
Check Plumas National Forest - Peninsula Tent Campground for any campground updates.
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.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
