This campground is located in the Plumas National Forest, which is attractive to outdoor enthusiasts because of its many streams and lakes, beautiful deep canyons, rich mountain valleys, meadows, and lofty peaks. Gansner Bar is in the Feather River Canyon, at an elevation of 2,000 feet.
Recreation: Anglers enjoy a healthy supply of rainbow trout in the nearby Feather River, which is within walking distance from the campground. The river and nearby Gansner Bar are also popular for swimming and wading activities.