State: Northern California
Address 1: East of Hwy 49.
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 20
Elevation: 6145
County: Sierra
Free: No
Reservations: Yes - Check Recreation.gov for information
About: Packsaddle Campground is surrounded by pine and fir trees with a view of the Sierra Buttes and alpine lakes. Views of open meadows with wildflowers overlooking a ravine with mountains in the background. Views of granitic ridges and glacially serrated rock outcroppings. Campground has corrals and space for stock trailers.
Fees: $21(2011)
Usage: Heavy
Closest Towns: Sierra City (CA)
Water: None
Restrictions: Camping outside designated campground is prohibited in this area.
Restrooms: Vault Toilet
Directions:
From Hwy 49 at Sierra City: Drive 4 1/2 miles to Bassett’s Station. Turn left on Gold Lake Hwy. Continue for 1/2 mile to Packer Lake Road and turn left. Drive 2 1/2 miles to reach campground.
From 89 N to 49 N: Drive 13 miles headed west to Bassett’s Station. Turn right on Gold Lake Hwy. Continue for 1/2 mile to Packer Lake Road and turn left. Drive 2 1/2 miles to reach campground.