Calpine
Top Adventures in Calpine
Camp at the Calpine Fire Lookout
I think all explorers agree there is nothing more serene than being surrounded by nothing but wilderness. If you are one of these said explorers, a trip to Calpine's fire lookout is a must.Calpine is a forest fire lookout tower that was constructe...
Gold Lakes, Sierra Buttes, 45mi
If you never travel north of the Tahoe Basin into the Sierra Valley and beyond, you should. It is gorgeous, peaceful country, with wide open spaces and, compared to Tahoe, relatively uncrowded roads. This loops takes us from Bassett’s Station towa...
Camp at Salmon Creek Campground
Salmon Creek Campground is a quiet campground in the Northern Sierra Buttes. Since it is right up the road from Sardine Lakes it seems to get overlooked a bit. We were able to reserve three campsites the same week of our trip. There were 11 to cho...
Camp at Sardine Lake Campground
This campground is first come first serve and is located near Lower Sardine Lake. There are a couple bathrooms located around the loop. Most campsites have trees, perfect for hammocking and shade. The campsite has great views of the mountains. Th...
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Calpine Co Road
Calpine Lookout
Overview
Calpine is a forest fire lookout tower that was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and is one of three rema...
Calpine, California
Yuba Pass Campground
Overview
Yuba Pass Campground is located in the North Yuba River area, atop Yuba Pass on Highway 49. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of rec...
Beckwourth, California
Lost Sierra Base Camp
This campsite offers amazing views of Beckwourth Peak and is a biking/hiking paradise! Mountain bike, Road bike, Gravel bike, Electric bi...
From $100/night
Calpine, California
Chapman
Overview
Chapman Creek Campground is located next to Chapman Creek, near the North Yuba River. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreatio...