Sly Creek Campground
Sly Creek Reservoir

Sly Creek Reservoir, California
Sly Creek Reservoir, California

Sly Creek Campground
Sly Creek Reservoir


Sly Creek Campground

Sly Creek Campground is at the western end of Sly Creek Reservoir in the Plumas National Forest. The campground is operated by South Feather Water & Power. The reservoir is known for its sparkling, turquoise water. Visitors enjoy boating, swimming, and fishing. Paddlers in kayaks and canoes are especially drawn to this lake. There is a 5 MPH speed limit on the Strawberry branch of the reservoir.

Sly Creek Campground has 25 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. All sites are first-come, first served. Many sites have lake views.

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Sly Creek Campground Basics
Sly Creek Campground Location: west shore of Sly Creek Reservoir, 38 miles east of Oroville
Elevation: 3,530 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Marysville - 48 miles, 1:10
Oroville - 38 miles, 1:07 (via Hwy 162 and Forbestown Rd.)
Number of Sites: 25
Camping Season: Open late April through mid-October, 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 and South Feather Water & Power
Information - Feather River Ranger District (530) 534-6500

Reservations
No Reservations: All campsites at Sly Creek Campground are first-come, first-served.
Maximum trailer/RV length: 40 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: None designated, but accessible features
Fees: $20 per night
Check-in, check-out: anytime, Check-out at Noon

Sly Creek Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, tap water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Area Map: Sly Creek Reservoir Map
Attractions near Sly Creek Campground: Mooreville Boat Launch Ramp, fish-cleaning stations nearby, boating, fishing, swimming, Lost Creek Reservoir




Sly Creek Camp, Sly Creek Reservoir, Plumas National Forest

Sly Creek Campground

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.




Sly Creek Camp, Sly Creek Reservoir, Plumas National Forest

Sly Creek Campground

Plumas National Forest
Attractions and Activities

Located in the northern Sierra Nevada, just south of the Cascade Range, uncrowded Plumas National Forest is filled with wonderful places to visit and things to do. Campers at Sly Creek Campground are close to many of the attractions in the National Forest.

  • Take advantage of the Sly Creek Reservoir boat launch ramp.
  • Enjoy boating, water skiing, and fishing on Little Grass Valley Reservoir.
  • Hike or horseback ride on the Pacific Crest Trail or the 13-mile Lakeshore Trail around Little Grass Valley Reservoir (mountain bikers can use the Lakeshore Trail).
  • Set out onto the clear waters of Lake Oroville for water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, cruising, wake boarding, and swimming.
  • In Oroville visit the Feather River Nature Center, the Pioneer History Museum, and the Feather River Fish Hatchery.
  • Enjoy campfire programs at several campgrounds.
  • Explore nearby historic gold mining towns.
  • Hike to the summit of Bald Mountain.

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Key Sly Creek Campground Regulations

  1. There is a limit of 1 wheeled camper and 2 tents per camp pad.
  2. Avoid problems with bears by storing food and similar items in bear-proof lockers.
  3. Confine campfires to the provided fire pits.
  4. Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  5. Obtain firewood locally to avoid bringing in pests.

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