Coot Bay (fishing & Picnic Site)
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Logger Dump Station · 30.6 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 82.4 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.9047, -120.1741
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Big Cove Campground (5,800 feet) is located near the shores of Frenchman Lake in Northeastern California. Some families have been returning here for more than thirty years. Situated at the interface between the wild Sierra mountains and the high desert, it's a perfect hub for a wide range of recreation opportunities. Plumas National Forest has many backroads open for exploration. Take advantage of the beautiful blue waters of Frenchman Lake for boating, fishing and other water sports. Tell stories around the campfire.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Coot Bay (fishing & Picnic Site) free?
No. Coot Bay (fishing & Picnic Site) charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Coot Bay (fishing & Picnic Site)?
Take Highway 395 North from Reno NV. to Highway 70 West. Proceed west to Chilcoot CA. Head North at Chilcoot 7 miles to Frenchman Lake. Cross the Dam and proceed to the campground entrance on the left.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
