Lightning Tree Family Cg.
California
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Conditions: Caution
for campground, todayAgency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 15 h ago · oldest 15 h
caution: Agency alerts
2 active alerts in Plumas National Forest; most severe: Stage I Fire Restrictions - Plumas National Forest
USFSPosted Sep 4 · checked 15 h ago
clear: Weather
Clear, high 61°F / low 61°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for campground
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Lightning Tree Family Cg.
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About this campground
Lightning Tree Campground (5,800 feet) is one of three family-friendly campgrounds located in the Lake Davis Recreation Area. The lake was formed by damming Grizzly Creek in 1967. The purpose of the lake was to provide water for the town of Portola, improve area fishing, and provide recreation opportunities. The 32 miles of shoreline has several boat launch facilities and fishing access points. Lightning Tree Campground is serves as hub for family fun and recreation. At the end of the day return to this home away from home to relax around the campfire.
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Where it is
- Beckwourth Ranger District · Ranger district
- Plumas National Forest · National forest
- Managed by
- Forest Service
Conditions
Active alerts for Plumas National Forest as of Oct 9, 2026:
Stage I Fire Restrictions - Plumas National Forest
fire-restriction · posted Sep 5, 2026
Plumas National Forest Camping Stay and Occupancy Limits
information · posted Aug 24, 2026
Source: USFS forest alerts
Nearby
- Lightning TreeCamping0.7 mi
- Big Cove Family Cg.Camping2.5 mi
- Red Clover CreekCanoeing2.9 mi
- Grasshopper FlatCamping3.1 mi
- Big Grizzly CreekCanoeing3.2 mi
- LAKE DAVIS TRAILHiking4.1 mi
- Mo Bisipi CreekCanoeing7.1 mi
- LAST CHANCE RIDGEHiking9.3 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
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