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Camping · California

Peninsula Tent Campground

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Nearest dump station
Jackson Meadows Rv Dump Station · 28.0 mi
Nearest water fill
Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 92.7 mi
Coordinates
39.7204, -120.9803
Last verified
September 18, 2026
39.7204° N · 120.9803° W
Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Peninsula tent campground is a 25 unit first come walk-in tent campground. Campground amenities include water, flush toilets and trash service along with paved roads. Campsite amenities include picnic table and fire ring. Local attractions include Pancake Beach, Chimney Rock, Fowler Peak and the Pacific Crest Trail. Campers come prepared for water sport, hiking, nature viewing, mountain biking and equestrian adventures. Others look forward to relaxing in this well-shaded campground.

From the USFS.

Is Peninsula Tent Campground free?

No. Peninsula Tent Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.

How do I get to Peninsula Tent Campground?

From the town of La Porte travel approximately 2 miles on Main St/Quincy La Porte Road. Continue forward on Little Grass Valley Road for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn right on Peninsula Road. Peninsula Tent Campground is 0.5 mile from Little Grass Valley Road.

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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