Photo Credit  Gary Hobgood

Little Grass Valley Reservoir offers a perfect paddling getaway, whether it's your first time or your hundredth. The campsites, nestled among towering pines, are spaced widely apart to provide ample privacy. The designated swimming areas at Running Deer and Little Beaver Campgrounds feature beautiful white sandy beaches.

The reservoir provides an abundance of outdoor recreation. Visitors can spot black-tailed deer, black bear, marmots, beaver, and bald eagles throughout the area. Three boat launch ramps grant access for fishing, kayaking, water-skiing, sailing, or canoeing. Two swim beaches offer excellent swimming and picnicking.

The 14.5-mile Lakeshore Trail loops around the lake, accommodating hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The trail connects to the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, allowing for a variety of day hike options.

While not the easiest to reach, Little Grass Valley Reservoir rewards visitors with superb kayaking, fishing, hiking, and camping opportunities on this good-sized Sierra lake.

Map of Little Grass Valley Reservoir