About Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)
Overview Mill Creek campground is located at Bucks Lake in the northern Sierra Mountains on the Plumas National Forest. The Bucks Lake area offers year-round recreation activities including fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, skiing,snowshoeing and horseback riding. Recreation The greater Bucks Lake area provides ample recreation opportunities for fishing, boating and hiking. The boat ramp at Shady Point provides several activies: a boat dock to launch boats, showers, and day use picnicking. In addition to the hiking trail that starts in the north part of the Mill Creek Campground, several trails are only a short drive away. Bucks Summit is a great way to access the PCT or the Bucks Summit Loop Trail. Facilities There are 11 total campsites suitable for RV and tent camping, standard non-electric sites. Each site has a fire ring, picnic table and food storage lockers. There are vault toilets and drinking water is available. Natural Features Situated at 5,500 feet in elevation, this 11 site campground is settled along Bucks Lake providing easy access to water activites. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (916) 386-5164.
What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
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Long-sleeve shirt
Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
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Light shell or windbreaker
Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 0 mph).
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Hiking pants or convertible
Layer for variable conditions.
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Trail runners or low boots
Comfortable, broken in.
🎒 What to Pack
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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection
Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)
Heading to Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)?
No central reservation system listed for Mill Creek Campground (Plumas). Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10114392) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I contact Mill Creek Campground (Plumas)?
You can reach the park at phone: 530-927-7878 or email: recinfo@pge.com.
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