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Camping · California

Big Sage Campground

USFS · Campground · Free

Free

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Cost
Free
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Nearest dump station
Medicine Lake Dump Station · 49.4 mi
Coordinates
41.5789, -120.6281
Last verified
September 18, 2026
41.5789° N · 120.6281° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Big Sage Reservoir and campground are surrounded by juniper woodland and sagebrush. The reservoir is several thousand acres and the campground lies on the shore near the boat ramp.

From the USFS.

Is Big Sage Campground free?

Yes. Big Sage Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.

How do I get to Big Sage Campground?

From Alturas travel west on Hwy 299, 3 miles. Turn north on Crowder Flat Rd/County Road 73, and travel 6 miles. Turn right on County Road 180 and go 3.5 miles to Big Sage Dam and the campground.

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What are the rules at Big Sage Campground?

Water is not provided. Bring enough water for drinking, cooking and washing as well as extra water to drown campfires each day. Dogs on leash only. Please clean up afeeter your dog. Camping limit 14 days.

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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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