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Butte Lake
Butte Lake Campground, situated at 6,100 feet in northeastern Lassen Volcanic National Park, offers a remote camping experience near Butte Lake, ideal for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. The area also features several hiking and backpac...
Butte Lake Stock Corral
Butte Lake Stock Corral, situated at an elevation of 6,100 ft. in northeastern Lassen Volcanic National Park, is a remote facility near Butte Lake, known for fishing and water activities. Several hiking trails are accessible nearby, and it is 45 m...
Sardine Lake
Sardine Lake Campground is situated in the North Yuba River area near Sardine Lakes, offering diverse recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and canoeing. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest. Visitors can also enjoy hu...
Salmon Creek
Salmon Creek Campground is situated in the North Yuba River area and offers various recreational activities such as hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.
Wild Plum
Wild Plum Campground is situated on Haypress Creek in the North Yuba River area, offering various recreational activities like hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.
Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
Auburn Gold Country RV Park
Post Creek Guard Station
Post Creek Guard Station, built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, is a historic wildfire lookout now available for recreational use and eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Accessible via gravel Forest roads, the cabin ...
Twin View Terrace RV Park
Pine Mountain Lookout
Pine Mountain Lookout, built in 1933, was used for fire detection until 1942 and later served in WWII for aircraft defense monitoring. It is historically significant for its unique 180-degree views, unlike other lookouts with 360-degree views. Ope...
Hat Creek
Hat Creek is one of six campgrounds in the Hat Creek Recreation Area, known for excellent trout fishing. Visitors can enjoy scenic hiking trails and explore an active volcanic area nearby.
Sierra
Sierra Campground is situated along the North Yuba River, nestled between Sierra City and Yuba Pass. It offers a range of recreational activities such as hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing, and gold panning. The location provides a scenic backdrop...
Chapman
Chapman Creek Campground, situated by Chapman Creek near the North Yuba River, offers various recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest. ...
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Giant Gap
Giant Gap Campground is situated on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 15 miles from Foresthill. It offers various outdoor activities, including fishing, canoeing, OHV riding, and hiking. Visitors appreciate the scen...
Horse Camp Primitive Campground
Horse Camp Primitive Campground is situated in the southeast corner of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 15 miles west of Redding, California. It uniquely accommodates campers with horses, while also hosting non-horseback visitors. The area fe...
Shirttail Creek
Shirttail Campground is situated on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 15 miles from Foresthill. It offers activities such as fishing, boating, OHV riding, and hiking. The campground is operated and maintained by the...
Clear Lake Campground
Forbes Creek
Forbes Creek Group Campground is situated near Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest. It offers activities like fishing, canoeing, and hiking. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.
Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground
Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground is a tent-only site in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 13.5 miles west of Redding, California. It features shaded areas by Clear Creek, ideal for fly fishing, and offers access to Whiskeytown Lake for vari...
North Fork (CA)
North Fork Campground is situated by the North Fork of the American River in Tahoe National Forest, near Interstate 80. It offers recreational activities such as fishing and swimming. The location is noted for its scenic beauty.
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Butte Lake
Butte Lake Campground, situated at 6,100 feet in northeastern Lassen Volcanic National Park, offers a remote camping experience near Butte Lake, ideal for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. The area also features several hiking and backpac...
Butte Lake Stock Corral
Butte Lake Stock Corral, situated at an elevation of 6,100 ft. in northeastern Lassen Volcanic National Park, is a remote facility near Butte Lake, known for fishing and water activities. Several hiking trails are accessible nearby, and it is 45 m...
Sardine Lake
Sardine Lake Campground is situated in the North Yuba River area near Sardine Lakes, offering diverse recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and canoeing. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest. Visitors can also enjoy hu...
Salmon Creek
Salmon Creek Campground is situated in the North Yuba River area and offers various recreational activities such as hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.
Wild Plum
Wild Plum Campground is situated on Haypress Creek in the North Yuba River area, offering various recreational activities like hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.
Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
Auburn Gold Country RV Park
Post Creek Guard Station
Post Creek Guard Station, built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, is a historic wildfire lookout now available for recreational use and eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Accessible via gravel Forest roads, the cabin ...
Twin View Terrace RV Park
Pine Mountain Lookout
Pine Mountain Lookout, built in 1933, was used for fire detection until 1942 and later served in WWII for aircraft defense monitoring. It is historically significant for its unique 180-degree views, unlike other lookouts with 360-degree views. Ope...
Hat Creek
Hat Creek is one of six campgrounds in the Hat Creek Recreation Area, known for excellent trout fishing. Visitors can enjoy scenic hiking trails and explore an active volcanic area nearby.
Sierra
Sierra Campground is situated along the North Yuba River, nestled between Sierra City and Yuba Pass. It offers a range of recreational activities such as hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing, and gold panning. The location provides a scenic backdrop...
Chapman
Chapman Creek Campground, situated by Chapman Creek near the North Yuba River, offers various recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest. ...
From $24/night
Giant Gap
Giant Gap Campground is situated on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 15 miles from Foresthill. It offers various outdoor activities, including fishing, canoeing, OHV riding, and hiking. Visitors appreciate the scen...
Horse Camp Primitive Campground
Horse Camp Primitive Campground is situated in the southeast corner of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 15 miles west of Redding, California. It uniquely accommodates campers with horses, while also hosting non-horseback visitors. The area fe...
Shirttail Creek
Shirttail Campground is situated on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, 15 miles from Foresthill. It offers activities such as fishing, boating, OHV riding, and hiking. The campground is operated and maintained by the...
Clear Lake Campground
Forbes Creek
Forbes Creek Group Campground is situated near Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest. It offers activities like fishing, canoeing, and hiking. The campground is managed by the Tahoe National Forest.
Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground
Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground is a tent-only site in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 13.5 miles west of Redding, California. It features shaded areas by Clear Creek, ideal for fly fishing, and offers access to Whiskeytown Lake for vari...
North Fork (CA)
North Fork Campground is situated by the North Fork of the American River in Tahoe National Forest, near Interstate 80. It offers recreational activities such as fishing and swimming. The location is noted for its scenic beauty.
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Chico has 124 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Clear Lake Campground is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Chico vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Chico welcome pets. North Fork (CA) is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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