About Frenchman
Number of accommodations: 15
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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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
Linda L
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: FREN
Frenchman Campground is in the pines right by the lake. Campground hosts were excellent in helping us get settled as we have a 32' fifth wheel which had to go into a campsite difficult for us to get into. The views from our site were amazing and spaces were large and well kept. We'll be going back and hope to get site right on the lake. We had a great experience on a busy Labor Day weekend and will be going back.
Gail M
January 15, 2020
We loved being at my Parents favourite fishing spot, as they have both passed and I wanted to share the experience with my daughter and grandchildren. We all had the best time Thankyou!
Agnes G
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: FREN
The camp host was wonderful ! He was very helpful, accommodating . The campsite was close to the water that was awesome ! Restrooms were kept clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay! Can’t wait to go back.
Kelli D
January 11, 2020
We stayed for 1 weekend. We had a nice time. Didn't go outside the campground. I like that we where pretty close to the water and the distance there is between campsites.
Rhonda B
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: FREN
Great lake
Good campspot
It's hard to get reservations & even harder to get a first come first served spot!
Location Frenchman
Address:
Plumas National Forest Beckwourth Ranger District
Blairsden, CA, 96103
United States
From Reno, Nevada, travel north on Highway 395. Merge onto Highway 70 west and travel 5 miles to Chilcoot. Turn north on Highway 284 and continue 8 miles to Frenchman Lake, turn right, cross the dam, and travel a mile to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.8997 / -120.187
Elevation: 1720 feet
Policies & Rules
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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. |
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Electric hookups are not available. |
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Click here to learn more about the Plumas National Forest. |
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A variety of wildlife live in this area, including black bears. Before making a reservation, become aware of bear safety. |
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Please go to the following link for more information:http://www.centerforwildlifeinformation.org/BeBearAware/Hiking_and_Camping/hiking_and_camping.html |
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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. |
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Firewood Bundles are for sale from the Campground Host. Wood collecting is allowed. |
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OHV vehicles are not allowed on campground, and other facility roads. |
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Campsites do not have bear resistant lockers. |
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America the Beautiful, Senior Passes, and Access Passes are accepted for single campsites only. They are not accepted for double or group campsites. |
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Check- In is 2:00pm and Check-Out is Noon |
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Campground Map |
