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Frenchman Campground

USFS · Camping Area · Fee

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Camping Area
Hours
Open 24 hours/day
Reservations
Reserve online
Nearest dump station
Logger Dump Station · 30.3 mi
Nearest water fill
Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 82.2 mi
Coordinates
39.8994, -120.1868
Last verified
September 18, 2026
39.8994° N · 120.1868° W
Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Ross Campground has three rustic campsites tucked off of the beaten path. It is located next to Jamison Creek in a conifer forest of predominantly red fir trees.

From the USFS.

Is Frenchman Campground free?

No. Frenchman Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS.

How do I get to Frenchman Campground?

From Reno take Highway 395 to Hallelujah Junction. Go west on Highway 70 to the Highway 89 intersection in Blairsden. Go south on Highway 89 1 mile to Johnsville Road (SR506). Take Johnsville Road to Plumas Eureka State Park. Turn onto SR 507 toward La Port at the state park visitor center. After exiting the state park, find Ross Campground farther on SR 507.

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.

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