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U.S. Forest Service · Plumas National Forest

Gold Lake Campground (Ca)

Gold Lake Campground (6,445 feet) is on the east shore of Gold Lake, a glacially carved alpine lake. This campground is within easy reach of many trailheads Gold Lake Boating Facility and many other activities. Gold Lakes Basin offers a variety of recreational activities including boating, fishing and hiking. A network of over 30 miles of maintained trails branch out across the area, and the Pacific Crest trail can be easily reached from the trail system. Many of the trails are open to hiking, biking and horseback riding, including the 1-mile Grassy Lakes Trail, accessible from the campground. Gold Lake, where a boat ramp is provided, visitors enjoy convenient access to boating and fishing.

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Gold Lake Campground, site 19
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