Running Deer Campground is on the northeastern 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.
Running Deer Campground's 41 sites are among pine and fir trees. Several campsites are described as waterfront. All the sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents.
| Running Deer Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Running Deer 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: | 41 |
| Camping Season: | Open late May through early September, weather permitting |
| 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 Running Deer Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available: | Reservations can be made whenever the campground is open. First-come, first-served is available for unreserved sites. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made for camping dates up to 6 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 40 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None designated, but restrooms are accessible |
| Favorite Campsites: | #13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30 |
| Fees: | $23 per night
$25 for lakeside campsites |
| Reservations: | Running Deer Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 3:00 PM, 2:00 PM |
| Running Deer 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 Running Deer 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
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Running Deer 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 Running Deer Campground and the surrounding area have many opportunities for recreation.
Check Plumas National Forest - Running Deer 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.
