Little Grass Valley Reservoir


Little Grass Valley Reservoir is an artificial lake in Plumas County, California and Plumas National Forest near the Pacific Crest Trail.
The lake's waters are impounded by Little Grass Valley Dam, which was completed in 1961.

Hydrology

The lake discharges into the South Fork Feather River.

Little Grass Valley Dam

Little Grass Valley Dam is a rock-fill dam long and high, with of freeboard. The South Feather Water and Power Agency owns the dam.

Recreation

Located in Plumas National Forest near the Pacific Crest Trail, Little Grass Valley Reservoir is the centerpiece of the Little Grass Valley Recreation Area, managed by the Feather River Ranger District. The area supports boating, camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking, horseback riding, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and hiking.

Access

By car, the lake is about ninety minutes from Yuba City. The Pacific Crest Trail passes north of the lake and can be reached by way of the Bald Mountain Trail from Horse Camp.