Running Deer Campground
Running Deer Campground is a national forest campground in California. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 39.73528, -120.95306
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Site, Water Sports
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 530-534-6500
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Running Deer Campground
Overview Running Deer Campground is located on the eastern shore of the Little Grass Valley Reservoir, giving visitors ample opportunity to fish, swim, boat and enjoy nature. It is one of eight campgrounds in the area, providing access to a beautiful mountain lake and various hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails that meander through the scenic hills and valleys. Recreation The 1,615-acre lake provides ample opportunities for visitors to fish, boat, swim and water ski. Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of trout and kokanee salmon, among other species of fish. The Lakeshore Trail, which loops 14.5 miles around the lake, is available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The trail connects to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, which stretches from 2,650 miles from Canada to Mexico, across three states. A variety of day hikes can be done on portions of the trail. Facilities The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites, available for tent and RV camping. More than a handful of the sites overlook the beautiful lake, while others are surrounded by various trees and shrubbery. A boat ramp is available within the site. Campsites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Utility hookups are not available and all sites have paved parking spurs. Trash collection bins are available throughout the campground. Natural Features The campground is located in the Northern Sierra
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Pass Creek · 27 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Eagle Energy · 14 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 437 designated routes (717 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Feather California | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | No hookups |
| Red Feather (Family Cg) | National forest campground | 0.8 mi | — | — |
| Little Beaver (Family Cg) | National forest campground | 1.0 mi | — | — |
| Little Grass Vly Horse Camp | National forest horse camp | 1.1 mi | — | — |
| Wyandotte (Family Cg) | National forest campground | 1.7 mi | — | — |
| Peninsula Tent (Family Cg) | National forest campground | 1.8 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB), USFS and BLM recreation sites, Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.