Whitehorse Campground

Plumas National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Whitehorse Campground is a campground in Plumas National Forest, California with 12 campsites. Whitehorse Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Whitehorse Campground is located at 39.8881° N, 121.1411° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Whitehorse Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Whitehorse Campground

8910111213141516171819

Standard 9
Equestrian 3

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, horse riding.

All sites at Whitehorse Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the B loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
08	Standard	8
09	Standard	8
10	Standard	8
11	Standard	8
12	Standard	8
13	Standard	8
14	Standard	8
15	Standard	8
16	Equestrian	8
17	Equestrian	8
18	Equestrian	8
19	Standard	8

About Whitehorse Campground

Overview

Whitehorse campground is located within three miles of 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

Staying at the Whitehorse campground provides access to several activites located in the greater Bucks Lake area. Fishing, boating, and canoeing, as well as hiking are all activities that can be achieved by staying in this campground. There are walking trails to the lake. A hiking trail runs from the campground and provides access to the Bucks Lake Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail. Marinas and boat docks are also within a short drive as well as restaurants at the Lakeside Resort and Bucks Lake Lodge which will re-open under new management in the summer for 2025, weather permitting. Limited supplies and a deli are located at the Haskins Valley Store just a short drive away.

Facilities

Your camping fees make a difference!!! In 2024 this campground recieved new concrete picnic tables and bear proof food storage lockers in most campsites. Vault toilets, water and trash services are on site as well.

Natural Features

This campground is set in a fir and pine forest offering shade during the warm summer months. Situated at 5,500 feet in elevation, the campground is settled along a small creek that feeds into Bucks Lake.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby Bucks Lake Lodge has a bar, restaurant and store offering fishing supplies and groceries.

Rules and notices at Whitehorse Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Whitehorse Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Sites 1 to 7 are First Come/ First Serve. Fee envelopes are located at the information boards near the entrance of the campground. There is also a QRcode that can be scanned and used if the app for recreation.gov is already loaded on your smart device.

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.

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

Campground Map

Bears frequent the area. Some campsites have new food storage lockers so please use them. Store food in a vehicle and out of sight if a food storage locker is not available.

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Whitehorse Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Whitehorse Campground?

Whitehorse Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 12 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Whitehorse Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Whitehorse Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Whitehorse Campground have?

Whitehorse Campground has 12 campsites.