The Plumas National Forest has announced it is currently seeking volunteer campground hosts for summer 2024 near scenic and popular lakes on the forest. Volunteers are asked to apply by April 30.
On the Feather River Ranger District, Little Grass Valley Reservoir is seeking camp hosts for Red Feather and Wyandotte campgrounds near La Porte. Volunteers must provide their own self-contained recreational vehicle or trailer and personal vehicle. The Forest Service will provide a campsite, propane and a generator. Contact the Feather River Ranger District at 530-534-6500 for more information.
On the Beckwourth Ranger District, in the Lakes Basin Recreation Area, Gold Lake OHV 4×4
Campground offers a more rugged experience on Gold Lake, accessed by OHV trail or boating
in. A camping space will be provided. Contact the Beckwourth Ranger District at 530-836-2575 for more information.
Campground hosts are in place for the recreation season starting in late May or early June
through late September or early October.
The most important job of a PNF campground host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for
the public. Hosts are expected to assist visitors with information about the campground and local recreation opportunities. They must work well with people, be personable, maintain a neat appearance and be physically able to perform the following tasks:
- Welcoming visitors, explaining rules to campers and answering questions.
- Performing light campground maintenance.
- Stocking restrooms.
- Communicating site maintenance needs to Forest Service staff.
For more information on the Plumas National Forest, visit http://www.fs.usda.gov/plumas or http://www.facebook.com/USFSPlumas.
Information provided by Plumas National Forest