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Rock Creek Campground

Updated October 30, 2026. Based on Recreation.gov and National Park Service records. Published by Humblebee.

Campsites
6[1]
Reservations
Yes[2]
Sites with electric
0[3]

Rock Creek Campground is run by the USDA Forest Service in Plumas National Forest[4]. Recreation.gov lists 6 campsites here, all standard nonelectric[1].

What to expect

Recreation.gov lists 6 overnight campsites at Rock Creek Campground, and all of them accept tents[1][5]. None of the listed sites accept an RV or trailer, and none have electric, water or sewer hookups[3][5]. The listing describes a forest setting with access to Rock Creek and to backcountry roads[6]. Recreation.gov fee text says the sites are first come, first served and cost $15 per day at the standard rate[7]. It also says the stay limit is 14 days in a calendar year[7]. Staff are listed as managing the campground from May 16 until September 28, weather permitting[7]. Recreation.gov also shows the campground as reservable, so the two notes may differ and are worth checking[2][7].

Campsite details

From Recreation.gov campsite records. Details can change, so check the listing before you book.

Detail Value
Campsites[1] 6
Site types[1] 6 standard nonelectric
Reservations[2] Yes, on Recreation.gov
Hookups[3] electric 0, water 0, sewer 0 sites
Equipment[5] RV or trailer at 0 sites, tent at 6 sites
Pets[8] Allowed at all listed sites
People per site[9] 8

Before you go

Questions people ask

How much does Rock Creek Campground cost?
Recreation.gov fee text lists the standard rate as $15 per day[7]. Fees can change, so check the official page.
Does Rock Creek Campground take reservations?
Recreation.gov shows the campground as reservable[2]. Its fee text also calls the sites first come, first served[7]. Check the listing for the current rule.
Can I bring an RV to Rock Creek Campground?
Recreation.gov records show 0 sites accepting an RV or trailer and 6 accepting a tent[5]. There are no listed hookups[3].
Are dogs allowed at Rock Creek Campground?
Recreation.gov site details list pets as allowed at all 6 campsites with this detail[8]. Records can lag behind changes on the ground.
How long can I stay at Rock Creek Campground?
Recreation.gov fee text gives a limit of 14 days in a calendar year[7].

Facts and sources

  1. Recreation.gov lists 6 overnight campsites at Rock Creek Campground: 6 standard nonelectric. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  2. Rock Creek Campground can be reserved on Recreation.gov. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  3. Hookups at Rock Creek Campground per Recreation.gov site details: 0 sites with electric hookups, 0 with water hookups, 0 with sewer hookups, out of 6 campsites. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  4. Rock Creek Campground is a campground managed by the USDA Forest Service in Plumas National Forest. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  5. Permitted equipment at Rock Creek Campground: 0 sites accept an RV or trailer and 6 accept a tent. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  6. Recreation.gov description for Rock Creek Campground. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  7. Fee information on Recreation.gov: This campground is first come/ first serve The sites are $15 per day standard rate; maximum stay limit is 14 days in a calander year This campground will be managed by staff from May 16th, weather permitting, until... Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  8. Pets allowed per Recreation.gov site details at Rock Creek Campground: yes at all 6 campsites with this detail listed. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  9. Maximum people per campsite at Rock Creek Campground: 8 at most sites (range 8 to 8). Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Site details come from Recreation.gov campsite records. They can lag behind changes on the ground. Fees change by season and site type. Quote only fee facts and say they can change. Description and rules facts are sources for facts only: retell in your own words, never copy 8 or more words in a row. Hookup, pet and campfire counts are per listed campsite record, not a promise for every site.

Campsite data: Recreation Information Database (RIDB), Recreation.gov, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Not endorsed by Recreation.gov or any agency.