Campground · CA
Big Reservoir Campground
Big Reservoir Campground is generally easy to book. Across the 4 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in July (3/10) and eases to its lowest in May (1/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (July), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 9 tent-only sites
Activities: BIKING, CANOEING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, KAYAKING, OFF ROAD VEHICLE TRAILS
How much does it cost to camp at Big Reservoir Campground?
All campsites are $24.00 per night. Extra vehicle parking is extremely limited and is $5.00 per night in the campsite. If there is no space within the campsite, additional parking is available at the Morning Star private campground adjacent to Big Reservoir. Contact (530) 346-3028 for more details.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.