Redfeather Campground sits on the eastern shore of Little Grass Valley Reservoir in the Plumas National Forest. 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.
Red Feather Campground features 59 campsites set in a forest of pines and firs. Several campsites are described as lakefront. All the sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents.
Notice: "RV campers may fill freshwater tanks at Tooms RV dump station only. There is no water available to fill tanks on the east side of Little Grass Valley Reservoir."
| Red Feather Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Red Feather Campground Location: | northeast 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: | 59 |
| Open - Closed: | Late May through early September or possibly through 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 for Red Feather Campground | |
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| Reservations available: | Red Feather Campground reservations can be made for camping from late May through early September. First-come, first-served sites may be available. |
| Booking Window: | from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 40 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated, but restrooms are accessible |
| Fees: | $23 per night
Lakefront sites $25 |
| Reservations: | Red Feather Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: Noon |
| Red Feather Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water not available at this time. [2025] |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | Nearby |
| Area Map: | Little Grass Valley Reservoir Map |
| Attractions near Red Feather Campground: | Lakeshore Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Maidu Boat Launch Ramp, Blue Water Beach Day Use Area, boating, water skiing, fishing, swimming, swim beaches, horseback riding, mountain biking
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
| Updates | Last Updated February 2025 |
Red Feather 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 Red Feather Campground and the surrounding area have many opportunities for recreation.
Check Plumas National Forest - Red Feather 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.
Reviews from Previous Campers
2023 - 2024