The Gold Lake 4x4 Campground is located in the Lakes Basin Recreation Area. Located nine miles southwest of Graeagle, California, this recreation area has special geological features. There is breathtaking scenery and over 20 small lakes nearby, most of which are accessible by hiking trails. This area provides a multitude of recreational activities including camping, fishing, boating, hunting, mountain biking, horseback riding, picnicking, hiking, backpacking, swimming, windsurfing and nature study. In the winter visitors can snowmobile, cross-couintry ski and snowshoe. This 4x4 campground is located along the shores of Gold Lake at an elevation of 6400 feet. This campground has 16 sites with tables, food lockers, fire rings and pit toilets. There is no water or garbage service available. It can get very hot and cold even in summer.