Big Cove Campground
Chilcoot-Vinton, California · 5,627 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
Wildfire 25 mi SE: Bull, 1,529 acres, 98% contained
At a glance
2 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 5,627 ft (1,715 m)5,627 ft1,715 m
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About
Big Cove Campground (5,800 feet) is located near the shores of Frenchman Lake in Northeastern California. Some families have been returning here for more than thirty years. Situated at the interface between the wild Sierra mountains and the high desert, it's a perfect hub for a wide range of recreation opportunities. Plumas National Forest has many backroads open for exploration. Take advantage of the beautiful blue waters of Frenchman Lake for boating, fishing and other water sports. Tell stories around the campfire.
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From OpenStreetMap, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Big Cove Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny53°36°
- WedSunny64°40°
- ThuSunny65°41°
- FriSunny69°42°
- SatSunny69°41°
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Location and contact
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