Sly Creek Campground is at the western end of Sly Creek Reservoir in the Plumas National Forest. 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. The campground is operated by South Feather Water & Power.
| 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: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 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
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| Updates | Last Updated February 2025 |
Sly Creek Campground
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.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Sly Creek Campground
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.
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2023 - 2024