Big Cove Campground: Your Lakeside Adventure in Chilcoot, CA

86 reviews

Big Cove Campground Introduce

Welcome to Big Cove Campground, a fantastic destination for outdoor enthusiasts located in the scenic town of Chilcoot, California. As a part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, we provide a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience with easy access to beautiful lake activities. Situated in Chilcoot, CA 96105, our campground is a perfect getaway for those seeking relaxation and adventure.

Environment:

Big Cove Campground offers spacious campsites with varying degrees of shade, making it suitable for different preferences. The campground is within walking distance of a beach, and other lake access points are a short drive away. The surrounding environment is ideal for water activities, and the proximity to Reno makes it a convenient escape. While some campsites may be close together, the overall atmosphere is enjoyable and family-friendly. The area is known for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.

Services and Features:

Spacious and well-equipped campsites.
Clean and stocked bathrooms.
Showers and potable water available with spigots near campsites.
Easy access to lake activities, including swimming, boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
Friendly camp host who maintains the facilities and provides helpful information.
Proximity to Goodwin’s for convenient supply restocking (about 30 minutes away).
Relatively low bug activity, especially during the day.

Customer Reviews and Insights:

Visitors consistently praise the spacious campsites and the cleanliness of the facilities. The availability of showers and potable water is a significant plus. The easy access to the lake and the variety of water activities make it a popular destination. Campers recommend sites on the lakeside loop, such as campsite 25, for the best experience. The proximity to Reno and the convenience of Goodwin’s for supplies are also highlighted. While some mention close neighbors and the presence of chipmunks, the overall experience is highly positive. Many recommend bringing bug spray for dusk and being prepared for varying degrees of sun exposure at different campsites.

Promotional Information:

Experience the beauty and adventure of Big Cove Campground. Whether you're looking to relax by the lake, enjoy water sports, or simply unwind in nature, our campground offers the perfect setting. With clean facilities, spacious campsites, and convenient amenities, you'll have everything you need for a memorable stay. Plan your getaway and create lasting memories with family and friends. Contact us at (530) 258-7606 or +1 530-258-7606 for reservations and inquiries.

Location

California Plumas County Chilcoot

Customer Reviews

4.0

86 reviews

Sunny D

Aug 15, 2024

First time at this campground and overall great experience. A beach within walking distance from the campground to set up at or you could drive to other locations for different water options. Camp host was nice and kept the bathrooms stocked and clean and kept us informed if we could burn fires at night. Neighbors were a little close, which not the end of the world, but if you have an overly loud and obnoxious neighbor that likes to yell at his other neighbors it did become annoying. We had campsite 36 which was okay. A lot of the day spent in full sun so definitely hot! Having never been there before and snagging a last minute site that opened up in reservation I couldn’t be picky. I will say if you have the opportunity to make an early reservation that campsite 25 would be the ideal spot as well as the others on the lakeside loop. If you have dogs beware of the food stealing and instigating chipmunks, lol! It kept our GSP on alert the entire weekend. 😂

Sean Villagracia

Jul 16, 2024

Awesome place! The sites are spacious and well equipped. Working toilets and also showers along with potable water easily accessible as there are spigots every couple of sites. The lake can be a bit annoying to get to if you aren’t camped too close to it, especially because you can’t park near it and have to walk. We went with a big group of friends and spent a few nights there. Someone brought jet skis and others brought floaties, kayaks, and paddle boards. Definitely recommend it! It was during the heat wave for us but our site had great tree coverage so the shade saved us. Only just under an hour from Reno so it’s a quick drive without much hassle and Goodwin’s is right off of HWY 70 if you need to stock/restock supplies. It’s about a half hour from the campground and they have everything you need. Even hot food and a little cafe! There wasn’t too much bug activity except at dusk. Bring bug spray, but I don’t think it’s too terrible if you forget it.

Christian Humphrey

Jul 04, 2018

Great place to camp. Some spots have limited shade. Easy access to the lake. Camp hosts are good people.

marquita mccart

Aug 25, 2019

Had a great time, weather was perfect! Saw deer that peacefully wandered into ypur camp ground. Saw an American Bald Eagle!

Cyndi Williams

Oct 21, 2021

Sad to see our favorite camping areas burned out! Hopefully it's open for next year!

F4iGuy

Jun 01, 2025

Awesome spot. The host jaryd is probably one of the best hosts I've ever had. 10/10