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Frenchman

FRENCHMAN Entrance Sign
FRENCHMAN Day Use Parking
FRENCHMAN Launch
FRENCHMAN Road
FRENCHMAN parking

About Frenchman

Frenchman Campground (5,700 feet) sites along the shores of its namesake lake, which boasts 21 miles of shoreline. The campground is situated at the southeastern peninsula of the lake. Situated on a pine covered hillside overlooking the lake, this is the place for campers to get in tune with their surroundings. The lake is at the interface between the mountains of the Sierra Nevada and high desert. Frenchman Lake and the surrounding Plumas National Forest together provide ample opportunity for recreation, relaxation and adventure.

Number of accommodations: 15

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 22

Sites & Availability

15 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 003, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 034, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 035, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 036, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 037, Loop: FREN
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night

Reviews (45)

What Guests Are Saying

Frenchman Campground boasts a beautiful setting with ample shade, clean facilities, and a picturesque mountain lake perfect for recreation. While some sites are uneven and noise from neighboring campers can be an issue, the hosts are helpful and the campground provides a peaceful escape from daily life. Overall, visitors appreciate the scenic environment and the well-maintained restrooms, making it a desirable camping destination.

Review Summary

3.6
45 reviews
5
37.8%
17
4
20.0%
9
3
13.3%
6
2
22.2%
10
1
6.7%
3

kelly l

Verified

May 26, 2024 Stayed at: 034, Loop: FREN

5

Beautiful spot, super clean, the camping hosts were awesome

Kenneth C

Verified

June 12, 2023 Stayed at: 037, Loop: FREN

5

The hosts were both very nice and knowledgeable. The bathrooms were well kept. And the sites are very nice. 10/10 recommend and will return.

Alicia T

Verified

November 4, 2022 Stayed at: 030, Loop: FREN

4

Large campsites close to lake.

Erwin P

Verified

October 16, 2022 Stayed at: 023, Loop: FREN

2

Our spot was taken by someone else
we had to walk way down the hill to get to a table

Holly D

Verified

September 4, 2022 Stayed at: 037, Loop: FREN

2

We rented a 24' trailer spot with a vehicle. It was horrible, on such a steep grade we barely fit, and no place to sit outside, to steep of a hill! Had a nice time playing in the water, but again no parking, and camp hosts where extremely uninviting. We were all in agreement, not going back to that camp ground

bill d

Verified

August 8, 2022 Stayed at: 017, Loop: FREN

1

There is no way to back a truck and small trailer into this site, I found another unreserved site and move to that site. You can pull in but the trailer will be in the way of the road. This particular time the camp was quiet and good weather. No fish were biting.

Robin B

Verified

July 29, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: FREN

2

The campground is overall very nice. Our space, however, (#35), not so much. The entire site was on a slant and there was a steep walk down to the picnic table from where our camper was parked. Plus, the camper faced toward the street and was very close to it so people were constantly walking right outside our windows.

Sarah N

Verified

July 28, 2022 Stayed at: 036, Loop: FREN

5

Awesome experience! #36 was the PERFECT spot - super quiet campground even on the weekend, lake water was super clean, campsite and bathrooms were well-tended as well :)

scott w

Verified

July 26, 2022 Stayed at: 036, Loop: FREN

2

The restrooms were disgusting. Unfortunately the camp host does not clean the toilets. There was feces all over the insert of the toilet. I stayed there 3 days and not once did she clean the bathrooms. It was horrible. I have camped my whole life and I am fully aware outhouses don't always smell too good but these are horrible. Theres no water added to the mix so theres no way for it to desolve. Also she does not clean up the campsites after check out. When we showed up there were rocks on the table,toys and little pieces of trash all over the campsite. The lake was nice but the bathrooms were so disappointing. I would not return if the camp host was the same.

Crissy L

July 11, 2022

3

We were in site 24. Recreation.gov showed the site as 32 feet long. We have a 29 foot trailer, so there should have been plenty of room. Unfortunately, the site appears to have had some deterioration and the asphalt has dropped down... in addition, there are two trees that would have made it impossible for our truck to maneuver the trailer into the spot. As it was 4th of July weekend, there were no open spots. The site right next to us - literally sharing the same driveway... offered to switch sites with us, which saved the day. Things to know about Site 24... if site 23 had a trailer as well, we would have literally been looking in there windows from our trailer windows. The driveways are connected. Also, the campsite is on a hill - so be prepared to give your calves and glutes a good workout. We had a wagon which helped bring our items down to the table area - then down (and up) the next hill to the water. The campground was nice - although fairly narrow roads. If any cars stick out at all, it makes for tight turns. The fires did do damage to the campground and there are downed trees in a big pile; however, there are still plenty of trees and lots of shade. The lake is still as beautiful as ever!

Location Frenchman

Address:
Plumas National Forest Beckwourth Ranger District
Blairsden, CA, 96103
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 39.8997 / -120.187

Elevation: 1720 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Generally, campsites will accommodate 2 vehicles. The first vehicle is included in the site fee, the second vehicle fee will be collected onsite at the daily rate posted on the fee sign.

General

Electric hookups are not available.

General

Click here to learn more about the Plumas National Forest.

General

A variety of wildlife live in this area, including black bears. Before making a reservation, become aware of bear safety.

General

Please go to the following link for more information:http://www.centerforwildlifeinformation.org/BeBearAware/Hiking_and_Camping/hiking_and_camping.html

General

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

General

Firewood Bundles are for sale from the Campground Host. Wood collecting is allowed.

General

OHV vehicles are not allowed on campground, and other facility roads.

General

Campsites do not have bear resistant lockers.

General

America the Beautiful, Senior Passes, and Access Passes are accepted for single campsites only. They are not accepted for double or group campsites.

General

Check- In is 2:00pm and Check-Out is Noon

General

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