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Plumas/Lone Rock
Overview
Overview
Plumas/Lone Rock, managed by the U.S. Forest Service, offers a quintessential rustic camping experience nestled within the Plumas National Forest. This location serves as an excellent escape for travelers looking to trade city noise for the sounds of nature. As a primitive campground, it provides a quiet setting for those who prioritize solitude and the raw beauty of the California wilderness over modern resort amenities.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in the scenic Janesville, CA area, this park is positioned to offer easy access to the high desert landscapes and forested mountain terrain. The park is located near the shores of Antelope Lake, providing campers with direct proximity to pristine water and cooling mountain breezes. Surrounded by towering pine trees and rugged topography, the setting is ideal for travelers who enjoy a remote wilderness feel while still being accessible via forest roads.
Amenities & Park Features
As a forest service site, Plumas/Lone Rock is designed for self-contained camping. Guests will find basic amenities such as vault toilets and fire rings, making it perfect for those accustomed to dry camping or boondocking. Each site is situated to provide a degree of privacy, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural environment. While it lacks full utility hookups, the presence of picnic tables and potable water sources makes it a comfortable base for authentic outdoor living.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The area surrounding the park is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors often spend their days boating and fishing on Antelope Lake, which is known for its tranquil atmosphere. The nearby trails are perfect for hiking and mountain biking, allowing guests to explore the vast forest landscape. Photography enthusiasts and wildlife watchers will appreciate the abundant natural scenery, as the region is home to diverse bird species and local forest inhabitants.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is best suited for nature-focused RVers and tent campers who prefer a rustic experience over a luxury RV resort. If you enjoy quiet nights under the stars, appreciate minimalist camping setups, and want to disconnect from technology, this site will feel like home. It is an excellent choice for those seeking a peaceful, low-impact base camp for their northern California forest adventures.
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Reviews
Mtns4me Deshane
The hosts were very gracious and took us in due to we were Dixie Fire evacuees. Lake water was low but I was still able to view many different water fowl. Had to leave due to ex essive smoke from the forest fire.
Monica T
We had a horrible experience at Lone Rock. We reserved 9 camping spots here. Lone Rock and Antelope Lake are very special to my husband's family as his aunt used to take them as kids and she passed away last year unexpectedly. So his cousin came up from Vegas, we were in from Tennessee, and my sister in law made sure they brought their golf cart because I'm disabled and needed it to get from our campsite to the lake and we kept it on pavement the entire time. The camp hosts were extremely rude about the golf cart (they use golf carts themselves) and told them we couldn't use it in the campground. She then told my sister in law her hammock wasn't allowed. We counted 16 other campsites with hammocks, one right in front of the camp host site. 3 out of 5 children and one adult got swimmers itch from the lake. Needless to say it was just a horrible experience all around.
Ray Mitchell Stevens Sr.
No swimming in this water unless you have a boat to get past the plants growing all around the lake. Other than that such a drive for so little.
Kristy Webster
Not the campgrounds fault but would be so much better if water was higher. Great spot though and we will be back with the family again
Thalia Amick
Whoever was managing this campground june 23 2021 is so unprofessional and just flat out evil. My husband and his two friends got stuck 15-20 miles away from this campground and they walked for hours and this was the first place they came across they asked to use a phone and the gal who works this campground said “ I have a satellite phone but that is only for emergencies” mean while my husband and his friends are about to die from dehydration and heat exhaustion. Thank GOD there was a forest ranger that let them use his phone to call me and a nice family gave them some water and food. Who knows what would have happened if they didn’t come across that ranger and family they probably would be dead. I wish I knew the gal’s name who didn’t let them use her phone but you know who you are and you are despicable!