Loafer Creek Campground is part of the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area. A boat launch ramp within the campground provides conveniet access to the lake for water sports, cruising, and fishing.
The campground is on the southeast side of the lake, across the cove from Bidwell Canyon Campground and the marina. Loafer Creek Campground is set among mature oaks and boasts many flat areas for RV camping and tent camping.
Loafer Creek Campground offers 137 campsites situated in loops above the lake. The sites accommodate RVs camping and tent camping, although there are no hook-ups. All the sites have paved driveways. Reservations can be made for your chosen campsite. Remember to bring quarters for the showers.
Three Glamping Campsites are also located in the campground. Glamping sites are large tents with real beds inside.
Loafer Creek Campground also has nearby Group Sites and a separate Equestrian Campground.
| Loafer Creek Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Loafer Creek Campground Location: | Loafer Creek Road, off Hwy. 62 on the southeastern side of Lake Oroville |
| Elevation: | 980 feet |
| Mileage and driving time from gateway city: | Oroville - 7 miles, 11 minutes
Sacramento - 75 miles, 1:27 |
| Number of Sites: | 137 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round until summer 2019; otherwise open April through mid-October |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle (fee for additional vehicle) |
| Webcam: | Lake Oroville SRA Live Stream |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California State Parks |
| Loafer Creek Information: | (530) 538-2200 |
| Reservations for Loafer Creek Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Loafer Creek Campground reservations are available for camping dates from April 1 to October 15, up to 6 months in advance of arrival date; other times of year sites are first-come, first-served. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 40 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | accessible sites available |
| Favorite Campsites: | #4, 5, 11, 23, 25, 27, 29, 41, 54, 62, 66, 67, 86, 121, 125 |
| Fees: | $25 per night |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Loafer Creek Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-In: 2:00 PM
Check-in: Noon |
| Loafer Creek Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Campgrounds Map: | Lake Oroville Campgrounds Map |
| Attractions near Loafer Creek Campground: |
Best Bass Fishing Lures |
| Updates | Last Updated May 2025 |
Loafer Creek Group Campground
Loafer Creek Campground has 6 tent-only group sites. Each group site can accommodate from 9 up to 24 people and a maximum of 7 vehicles. Amenities include restrooms with flush toilets and hot showers (bring quarters). Each site has 5 level tent areas, a large BBQ pit, picnic tables, a fire pit, and a sink with running water.
Fee: $125 per night
Reservations: Loafer Creek Group Campsite Reservations
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Loafer Creek Campground
Lake Oroville is very popular with anglers seeking bass, with boaters and water skiers, hikers, horseback riders, and anyone looking for outdoor recreation. Visitors to Loafer Creek Campground enjoy comfortable sites near many of the lakes main attractions.
Check Lake Oroville State Recreation Area for any campground updates.
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