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Lightning Tree Family Cg.

Lightning Tree Family Cg. is a national forest campground in California.

Type
National forest campground
Location
California
Coordinates
39.93191, -120.50141
Map
Open in OpenStreetMap
Website
www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232832

About Lightning Tree Family Cg.

Lightning Tree Campground (5,800 feet) is one of three family-friendly campgrounds located in the Lake Davis Recreation Area. The lake was formed by damming Grizzly Creek in 1967. The purpose of the lake was to provide water for the town of Portola, improve area fishing, and provide recreation opportunities. The 32 miles of shoreline has several boat launch facilities and fishing access points. Lightning Tree Campground is serves as hub for family fun and recreation. At the end of the day return to this home away from home to relax around the campfire.

Cell coverage

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Nearby RV services

Dump station
Pass Creek · 29 mi
Water fill
None mapped within 50 mi
Propane
AmeriGas · 21 mi
Low clearances
None mapped within 10 mi
Off-road routes
240 designated routes (530 mi) within 10 mi

Other places to stay nearby

NameTypeDistanceFeeHookups
Lightning Tree Private campground 0.1 mi — —
Lightning Tree National forest campground 0.7 mi — No hookups
Big Cove Family Cg. National forest campground 2.5 mi — —
Grasshopper Flat Private campground 3.1 mi — —
Grasshopper Flat National forest campground 3.1 mi — No hookups
Grizzly Campground Private campground 3.4 mi — —

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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites. Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.