California Camping – Campground Reservations

Directions Point Reyes is located approximately 50 miles north of San Francisco and can be approached either northbound or southbound via Highway 101 and Exit 450A/B Sir Francis Drake Highway. Visitors can also reach the park via the longer and winding scenic Highway 1 or the Point Reyes Petaluma Road. Public transportation to the Bear Valley Visitor Center from San Rafael along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard is available through the West Marin Stagecoach. Directions http://www.nps.gov/pore/planyourvisit/directions.htm for the quickest routes to Point Reyes National Seashore’s Bear Valley Visitor Center. Bear Valley Visitor Center GPS: Latitude: North 38 degrees, 2 minutes and 27 seconds. Longitude: West 122 degrees, 48 Minutes and 1 second. Phone 415-464-5100 X2 X5 Activities BIKING, BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, SWIMMING SITE Keywords Coast Camp,Glen Camp,Sky Camp,Wild Cat Camp,Tomales Bay Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road

Directions From San Francisco, travel north on Highway 101, 5 miles past Ukiah, then take Highway 20 east and go right on Marina Drive (Lake Mendocino will also be on the right). Continue past the north boat ramp and Kyen Campground. The entrance to Pomo Day Use Area is on the left. From Sacramento, travel north on I-5 and take Highway 20 west, toward Clearlake. Continue on Highway 20 past Clearlake for approximately 40 miles. Turn left on Marina Drive (Lake Mendocino will also be on the left). Continue past the north boat ramp and Kyen Campground. The entrance to Pomo Day Use Area is on the left. Phone (707) 467-4200 Activities BIKING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords None Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Pomo Day-Use Area is situated on Lake Mendocino in California’s Mendocino Range,

Directions From Placerville take Highway 49N a half-mile and turn right on Highway 193 to Georgetown. Take a right on Main Street in Georgetown and drive about 14 miles to the campground. Ponderosa Cove is north of the Stumpy Boat Ramp. Phone 831-245-6891 Activities CAMPING Keywords ponderosa group,ponderosa Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Ponderosa Cove greets group campers with shaded campsites close to scenic Stumpy Meadows Reservoir. The campground provides a pleasant destination for bird watching and nature viewing, in addition to activities at the lake. Recreation Enjoy a picnic in the campground, or head to another picnic area at Stumpy Meadows Boat Ramp. The reservoir is great for swimming and fishing for brown and rainbow trout. Boating is also popular, but this is a no-wake lake. Facilities The campground can accommodate up to 75 guests along

Directions Potwisha Campground is easily accessed from Visalia, California, and Highway 99. Follow Highway 198 east from Visalia for 36 miles, until you reach the Ash Mountain Entrance Station. The campground is located 4 miles beyond the entrance station on the left, or north, side of the road. Please visit our website for more specific driving directions, as well as area maps. Phone 559-565-3714 Activities CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA Keywords Potwisha Campground,Sequoia National Park Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Potwisha Campground, located along the Generals Highway in Sequoia National Park, offers convenience for visiting the many attractions in the park. The campground is situated along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, just four miles from the park entrance, in the Sierra Foothills. For more information and trip planning please see our

Directions From Fresno, California, go east on Highway 180 to Grants Grove, continuing approximately 12 miles to Princess Campground on the right. Phone 559-335-2232 Activities CAMPING, HIKING, DAY USE AREA Keywords PRCS,GIANT SEQUOIA NAT. MONUMENT,SEQUOIA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Princess Campground sits next to a large meadow at an elevation of 5,900 feet in the Indian Basin Grove. The campsite is just 3 miles northwest of Hume Lake. The 87-acre lake was built to support a one-time commercial logging operation, and is part of the Kings River Watershed, a region of the Sierra Nevada mountains replete with vast stands of timber. The lake now provides countless recreational opportunities for visitors. Recreation The Indian Basin Grove Interpretive Trail offers an accessible, paved half-mile loop, and an additional half-mile extension loop through the grove and

Directions From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. In aproximately 3.5 miles turn right at the sign for Prosser Recreation Sites. In about 1 mile, you will pass Lakeside Campground. In another half mile, Prosser Family Campground will be on the left. Phone (530)587-3558. FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL: 877-444-6777. Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, KAYAKING, CANOEING, WATER ACCESS Keywords PRSS,Prosser,Prosser Lake,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Prosser Family Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest, 10 minutes north of Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its many recreational opportunities such as boating, canoeing, paddeling, fishing, and abundant hiking, biking, and off-road trails. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Prosser

Directions From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. In aproximately 3.5 miles turn right at the sign for Prosser Recreation Sites then in about two miles the campground will be on the right. Phone 530-587-3558. FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL: 1 (877) 444-6777. Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, KAYAKING, CANOEING, WATER ACCESS Keywords POCA,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Prosser Ranch Group Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir, within the Tahoe National Forest, about 10 minutes north of Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, kayaking, swimming, fishing and abundant hiking and off-road trails. Recreation Prosser Reservoir is a popular location for kayaking, swimming and fishing. Power boating is allowed but a 10-mph speed limit is enforced. A boat

Directions From Porterville, California, take Highway 190 East to Springville. Continue from Springville approximately 28 miles to the Quaking Aspen Campground. Phone 559-539-5230 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, DAY USE AREA Keywords QUAK,QA,GIANT SEQUOIA NAT. MONUMENT,SEQUOIA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Quaking Aspen Campground is situated in the Giant Sequoia National Monument near numerous distinctive sequoia groves, including McIntyre Grove and Freeman Creek Grove, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Recreation Visitors can explore nearby sequoia groves. Bear Creek Grove has a trail that winds through the Belknap Complex along Bear Creek and the Tule River. The Freeman Creek Grove is also a popular destination. At 1,425 acres, this immense unlogged grove features several large sequoias, including the President George Bush Tree. There is fishing in area streams and the Tule River. For hiking, the Summit

Directions From Downieville, take Highway 49 south for about 5.5 miles. The campground is on the right side of the highway. Phone (530)478-6253 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, KAYAKING, SCENIC DRIVE Keywords RAMS,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Ramshorn Campground is located off of Highway 49, in the North Yuba River area west of Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, mountain biking, motorcycle singletrack, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation A network of trails crisscrosses the surrounding area. The 5.8-mile Halls Ranch Trail is open to hiking, mountain biking, and motorized use. The Yuba River Trail can be accessed nearby at the Rocky Rest Trailhead. The North Yuba River offers swimming, floating, and rainbow

Directions From Clovis, take Highway 168 north 70 miles to Huntington Lake Campground office at Eastwood. Check in at office prior to setting up camp. Phone 559-893-2111 Activities BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords RANC,HUNTINGTON LAKE,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Rancheria Campground is located on the shores of Huntington Lake near the Kaiser Wilderness. The campsites sit under a dense canopy of fir and pine, and some tent-only sites are right on the shore and allow for informal mooring of boats. The campground’s location makes it possible to discover all the activities and attractions at Huntington Lake, and it’s an excellent base for further exploration of the Kaiser Wilderness. Recreation Many hiking trails are in the area, including Rancheria Falls (1

Directions From Fresno, California, take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222 toward Bass Lake. Keep right for 3.5 miles to the campground registration office. Phone 559-642-3212 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords RECR,BASS LAKE,OAKHURST,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Recreation Point is nestled in a partially shaded cove overlooking the northern end of Bass Lake. It offers tent-only, overnight sites and picnic area for groups. The maximum group sizes range from 30-50 people per campsite and 50-100 people per picnic site. The camp consists of four sites on one loop: Knoll, Lagoon, Scout and Acorn. The group picnic areas, Cove, Oak Point and South Park, are on a separate loop. Recreation Bass Lake offers a beach and boat ramp. Popular

Directions From Interstate 5, take exit number 738. Head east through the town of Mt. Shasta on Lake Street. Lake Street becomes the Everitt Memorial Highway as it ascends the mountain. At about milepost 9, look for the campground entrance sign on the left. Phone 530-926-4511 Activities CAMPING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Red Fir Flat Group Campground is located on the southern slope of Mt. Shasta at 6,400 feet in elevation. Snowpack in this location may extend into late June on heavy snow years, and usually sees late season snowfall in early November, possibly October. It is a popular site for meditation/retreat groups. Maximum stay limit is 7 days per group and or indvidual(s) Recreation Most visitors enjoy the peace and solitude of the forest setting. Several hiking trails are located nearby, including the trail

Directions Take Highway 50 east of Placerville for approximately 21 miles to Ice House Road. At the river take a left and go north 28 miles, then veer right at the fork in the road and continue 9 miles to Red Fir Group campground. Phone 831-245-6891 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords REDI,LOON LAKE RED FIR,Crystal Basin,Icehouse Road,Loon Lake,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Situated on the north side of the Loon Lake Reservoir, Red Fir Group Campground offers a primitive group camping experience in the lush Eldorado National Forest. Recreation The nearby lake provides fishing, swimming and boating, and the campground is just a short walk across the road to the water’s edge. Visitors also enjoy off-road vehicle and motorcycle riding on the popular Rubicon Jeep trail. Hiking and wilderness backpacking are popular activities.

Directions From Highway 99 turn east on J22. Travel on J22 through California Hot Springs to the "T" intersection and turn left on M50. Travel on M50, 10 miles. Turn left at M107 and travel approximately 4 more miles to the campground entrance on the right. Phone 559-539-5230 Activities CAMPING, HIKING, PICNICKING Keywords REDW,GIANT SEQUOIA NATIONAL MONUMEN,SEQUOIA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Redwood Meadow Campground located within Sequoia National Forest, in the southern portion of Giant Sequoia National Monument. The area is named for the giant sequoia, the world’s largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the forest’s lower slopes. Recreation Touring the Sequoia National Monument is the area’s most popular activity. Hikers enjoy the Trail of a Hundred Giants as it wanders through the ong Meadow Giant Sequoia Grove. Other points of interest

Directions From Palm Desert, California, take the Palms to Pines Highway/Highway 74 south for approximately 16 miles to the community of Pinyon. Turn left onto South Pinyon Drive and the entrance to the campground is on the right. Phone (760) 862-9984 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HORSEBACK RIDING, HORSE CAMPING, MOUNTAIN BIKING Keywords RIBN,SAN BERNARDINO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Ribbonwood is an ideal mountain escape for equestrian campers. The campground overlooks Palm Desert and the Salton Sea in southern California and provides visitors with access to hundreds of miles of terrain for exploration and enjoyment. Recreation Horseback riding and mountain biking are popular activities. The 5.3-mile Sawmill Trail begins within the campground and traverses an old road with 2,220 feet of elevation gain. It also intersects with the Cactus Spring Trail near the campground’s parking area. Bountiful botanical

Directions From Placerville, drive 21 miles east on Highway 50, turn left on Ice House Road and go 23 miles north to the Robbs Hut Road turnoff. Look for small sign and turn left on dirt road. In winter, park here and ski or hike 3 miles along the road to the hut. In summer, use combination to access both gates and drive up. Follow blue arrows to the hut. Phone 530-644-2324 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, HIKING Keywords ROBB,Crystal Basin,Icehouse Road,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Robbs Hut offers a peaceful, rustic getaway with phenomenal views of the Sierra Nevada. The cozy, yet minimalistic cabin is open year-round and can be accessed by car in warmer months. From November to mid-June, guests can expect to hike, snowshoe or ski up a 3-mile trail with a 1,000-foot elevation gain

Directions Take U.S. Highway 395 through Bridgeport. Turn south on Twin Lakes Road at the Shell gas station. Travel 9.3 miles on Twin Lakes Road, then turn left into the campground. Phone 760-932-7092 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords ROBI,HUMBOLDT-TOIYABE NF-FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Robinson Creek North Campground is located just 9 miles from Bridgeport, California, next to Robinson Creek at an elevation of 7,000 feet. The Twin Lakes area is close by, offering boating, fishing, hiking and horseback riding opportunities. Recreation Robinson Creek offers good rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. Numerous hiking trails are in the vicinity, including the popular Robinson Creek Trail. Facilities The campground contains single sites with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash

Directions Take U.S. Highway 395 through Bridgeport. Turn south on Twin Lakes Road at the Shell gas station. Travel 9.3 miles on Twin Lakes Road. Turn left into the campground. Phone 760-932-7092 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA Keywords ROBS,HUMBOLDT-TOIYABE NF-FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Robinson Creek South Campground is located just 9 miles from Bridgeport, California, next to Robinson Creek at an elevation of 7,000 feet. The Twin Lakes area is close by, offering boating, fishing, hiking and horseback riding opportunities. Recreation Robinson Creek offers good rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. Numerous hiking trails are in the vicinity, including the popular Robinson Creek Trail. Facilities The campground contains single sites with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets, drinking water

Directions From Fresno, California, take Highway 41 north. Turn east on Forest Road 200 and pass through North Fork. Take Minarets Road east for 22 miles to Rock Creek Campground. Phone 559-642-3212 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords ROCK,ROCK CREEK SIERRA NAT L FORES,SIERRA NF – FS,Rock,rock,rock creek Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Rock Creek Campground sits on a large, sandy flat under a grove of oak, pine and cedar trees. The sites are divided into three sections, with Rock Creek running through the middle. One section of the camp sits nearest the access road; the other two sections can be reached via a bridge over Rock Creek. On this side, the largest section is located in closest to the swimming holes and rock water slide in the area. Recreation Swimming holes can be found

Directions Directions from Mammoth Lakes, California: Drive south on U.S. Highway 395 for approximately 13 miles. Take the Tom’s Place exit and proceed west up the canyon for about 10 miles. At the lake, follow the signs to the boat dock and group camp. Directions from Bishop, California: Travel north on U.S. Highway 395 for about 30 miles. Turn left at the Tom’s Place exit and proceed west up the canyon for about 10 miles. At the Lake, follow the signs to the boat dock and group camp. Phone 760-873-2500 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, PICNICKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords ROCC,INYO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Rock Creek Lake Group Campground is adjacent to the main Rock Creek Lake Campground. This tent-only site is located near Bishop, Tom’s Place and Mammoth Lakes, California

Directions From Mammoth Lakes, California, drive south on Highway 395 for approximately 13 miles. Take the Tom’s Place exit and proceed west up the canyon for about 10 miles. At the lake, follow the signs to the family campground. Phone 760-873-2500 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords RCLK,INYO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire Overview This facility does not accept reservations. Recreation Rock Creek and other waterways in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains are known for exceptional trout fishing. A catch from the lake may include brook, brown, rainbow and stocked Alpers trout, while anglers may be treated to golden trout in the backcountry. Power boats on the lake are limited to electric motors only. The area’s majestic scenery and challenging trails are a draw for hikers, mountain bikers and

Directions From Downieville, take Highway 49 south for about 11 miles. The campground is on the left side of the highway. Phone (530)478-6253 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, PICNICKING, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WATER ACTIVITIES, WATER ACCESS, SCENIC DRIVE, RAFTING, WHITEWATER RAFTING Keywords RORE,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Rocky Rest Campground is located off of Highway 49, in the North Yuba River area near Downieville. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, white water boating, and gold panning. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation A trailhead for the North Yuba Trail is located within the campground. This 7.5-mile trail is open to hiking and biking. The North Yuba River offers swimming, floating, and rainbow trout fishing. A small rocky beach and

Directions From highway 101, take highway 154 approximately 15 miles to paradise road. Turn right and continue 5 miles to Los Prietos road. Turn left past the ranger station to the camp entrance. Phone 805-434-1996 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, HUNTING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SAGE,SANTA YNEZ RECREATION AREA,LOS PADRES NF -FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Nestled in the Santa Ynez Mountain Range, Sage Hill Campground is a great group camping spot with easy access to the Santa Ynez River. Spend time fishing or take in the epic scenery on one of the trails designed for both hikers and horseback riders. One of the campsites is designed for group equestrian camping and includes 12 corrals and a hitching post. Recreation Fishermen are likely to find carp, catfish, bluegill and the occasional bass that swim up from Cachuma. The Aliso

Directions From Sierraville, travel south on Highway 49 for 18 miles to Bassetts. Turn right and continue two miles to the campground, which is on the left side of the highway. From Sierra City, travel north on Highway 49 for 5 miles. Turn left at Bassett Station on Gold Lake Highway and continue just over a mile, campground is on the left just past Packer Lake Road. Phone (530)478-6253 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, HOTEL/LODGE/RESORT PRIVATELY OWNED, PHOTOGRAPHY, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, NON-MOTORIZED BOATING, SCENIC DRIVE Keywords SACR,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Salmon Creek Campground is located in the North Yuba River area. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and gold panning. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation A

Directions Take I-10 East to Redlands. Take the University Street exit, EXIT 80. Turn left (northbound) on University Street. Turn right onto E. Lugonia Avenue/SR-38. Continue on State Highway 38 for approximately 20 miles to the campground entrance. Phone 909-866-8550 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA Keywords SANG,SAN BERNARDINO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire Overview The San Gorgonio Campground provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, as well as a beautiful location in which to enjoy nature. Its proximity to scenic trails and nearby mountain lakes and streams make the campground a great place to bring the family to relax and get away from it all. Recreation The campground provides access to the famed Santa Ana River Trail, which when completed will run from the mountains all the

Directions Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura Harbor. Air transportation can be arranged with Channel Islands Aviation from Camarillo airport. To park headquarters in Ventura, California: Highway 101, exit Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor. Phone 805-658-5730 Activities BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, INFORMATION SITE, PHOTOGRAPHY, SWIMMING, RANGER STATION, BEACHCOMBING, SEA KAYAKING, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS, GUIDED INTERPRETIVE WALKS, SAILING Keywords CG07,SAN MIGUEL ISLAND,SAN MIGUEL,CHANNEL ISLAND,Channel Islands National Park,Channel Islands Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions National Park Services Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Wind and weather constantly sweep across the North Pacific to batter the shores of this westernmost of all the islands. This extreme weather creates a harsh but profoundly beautiful environment. Although it can be challenging to reach the San Miguel Island Campground, it’s always worth the effort. Perched

Directions From Highway 99, take Highway 178 east for 4 miles. Turn right on Borel Road, then right onto the Old Canyon Road. Continue about 2 miles, then turn right into Sandy Flats Campground. Phone 760-376-1815 Activities CAMPING, FISHING Keywords SANF,Sandy Flat Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Sandy Flat Campground is set back from the Lower Kern River at an altitude of 2,300 feet near the town of Lake Isabella. Campsites are a short walk from the river, offering countless recreational opportunities for visitors. Recreation Hiking, trout fishing, river wading and floating are popular pursuits. The Hobo Fishing Trail, a short walking trail, is nearby. Click here to learn more about the Lower Kern River, including safety and permitting requirements and a listing of local outfitters. Facilities Campsites are set along one loop in largely open sites.

Directions Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura Harbor. To park headquarters in Ventura, California: Highway 101, exit Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor. Phone 805-658-5730 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, VISITOR CENTER, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, WILDERNESS, INFORMATION SITE, PHOTOGRAPHY, SWIMMING, SNORKELING, RANGER STATION, SEA KAYAKING, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS, GUIDED INTERPRETIVE WALKS, SAILING, SCUBA DIVING, WHALE WATCHING Keywords CG08,Santa Barbara Island,Channel Islands National Park,Channel Island,Santa Barbra,Channel Islands Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism National Park Services Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Once visitors have scaled the rugged cliffs using the steep trail from the Landing Cove, they will be rewarded with a campground perched on the bluffs with magnificent coastal views. Santa Barbara lies much further south than the other four northern Channel Islands and is the smallest, measuring just one square mile. The islands’ native vegetation is

Directions Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura Harbor. To park headquarters in Ventura, California: Highway 101, exit Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor. Phone 805-658-5730 Activities CAMPING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, WILDERNESS, PHOTOGRAPHY, BIRDING, BACKPACKING Keywords CG09,SANTA CRUZ DEL NORTE,DEL NORTE,CHANNEL ISLANDS,SANTA CRUZ,Channel Islands National Park,Channel Island Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions National Park Services Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview For a truly remote getaway full of backpacking and breathtaking scenery, take a backcountry trip to Santa Cruz Island’s Del Norte Campground. Del Norte is currently the only backcountry campground on Santa Cruz Island. The National Park Service opened this backcountry site in recognition of its rare wilderness values. As you explore these wild areas, please take the responsibility to help us protect and preserve these delicate natural resources for future generations. While backcountry camping is an incredible experience, it is

Directions Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura Harbor. To park headquarters in Ventura, Ca: exit Highway 101, at Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor. Phone 805-658-5730 Activities BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, VISITOR CENTER, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, WILDERNESS, INFORMATION SITE, PHOTOGRAPHY, SWIMMING, SNORKELING, BEACHCOMBING, SEA KAYAKING, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS, EVENING PROGRAMS, GUIDED INTERPRETIVE WALKS, SAILING, SCUBA DIVING, WHALE WATCHING Keywords CG10,SANTA CRUZ ISLAND SCORPION,SANTA CRUZ,CHANNEL ISLANDS,CHANNEL ISLAND,SCORPION,Channel Islands National Park Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions National Park Services Concessionaire Overview Fantastic ocean views and relaxing beach time is practically guaranteed at Scorpion Canyon Campground, the most family-friendly campsite on Santa Cruz Island. Set on the eastern part of the island, the campground is a short hike from the pier and is sheltered from harsh ocean winds. The largest of California’s

Directions Backcountry campers must first secure transportation to Santa Rosa Island by their own private boat or through Island Packers or Channel Islands Aviation the park’s authorized concessioners. Phone 805-658-5730 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, WILDERNESS, PHOTOGRAPHY, SWIMMING, SNORKELING, BEACH CAMPING, BEACHCOMBING, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS, SAILING Keywords None Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Backcountry Beach Camping: Santa Rosa Island California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Backcountry beach camping is available mid-August through December along Santa Rosa Island’s extensive, beautiful, and undeveloped 55-mile coastline. This coastline is reminiscent of California in days gone by. The rocky coast and sandy beaches are much the same as the ones the Chumash Indians, Spanish explorers, and early ranchers may have known. This remote, fragile environment is critical for sea and shorebirds, marine mammals, and plant communities.  In 1992, the National Park Service opened the island to

Directions Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura Harbor. Air transportation can be arranged with Channel Islands Aviation from Camarillo airport. To park headquarters in Ventura, California: Highway 101, exit Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor. Phone 805-658-5730 Activities BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, WILDERNESS, INFORMATION SITE, PHOTOGRAPHY, SWIMMING, SNORKELING, RANGER STATION, SEA KAYAKING, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS, GUIDED INTERPRETIVE WALKS, SAILING Keywords CG11,SANTA ROSA ISLAND,CHANNEL ISLANDS,CHANNEL ISLAND,SANTA ROSA,Channel Islands National Park Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism National Park Services Concessionaire Overview Tucked away in a canyon to protect visitors from strong northwest winds, Water Canyon Campground offers exceptional island views, access to spectacular hiking opportunities and a nearby white sand beach. Located 40 nautical miles from the Channel Islands National Park visitor center in Ventura, Santa Rosa is

Directions From I-5, take exit 786 to Highway 96 (Klamath River Highway). Follow Highway 96 west for about 35 miles. The campground entrance is on the right, about 1 mile east of Hamburg, CA. Phone 530-493-2243 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING, WHITEWATER RAFTING Keywords SATO,KLAMATH NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Sarah Totten Campground is located next to the Klamath Wild and Scenic River, about 33 miles east of the town of Happy Camp. The facility is popular with anglers, hikers and whitewater boaters. Recreation The class II-III Klamath River can be accessed from the campground, and lends itself to fishing, tubing, whitewater rafting and kayaking. Hiking trails are available in the vicinity. Facilities The campground offers two group sites and nine single-family sites. The group sites can accommodate a maximum of 30 people each. They feature an area

Directions From Sierra City, travel north on Highway 49 for 5 miles. Turn left at Bassett Station on Gold Lake Highway and continue just over a mile to Packer Lake Road and turn left. Continue for about 1 mile and turn left into the campground. Phone (530)478-6253 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, DAY USE AREA, HOTEL/LODGE/RESORT PRIVATELY OWNED, PHOTOGRAPHY, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WATER ACTIVITIES, NON-MOTORIZED BOATING, SCENIC DRIVE, BACKPACKING Keywords SARD,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Sardine Lake Campground is located in the North Yuba River area, near the beautiful Sardine Lakes. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing and gold panning. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Boating, fishing and swimming are available at nearby Sardine Lakes and Sand Pond.

Directions From the Sierraville Ranger District Office, proceed south on Highway 89 for 12 miles to Sierra County Road S450. Turn left onto road S450 and proceed east for 4 miles to Sierra County Road S650, the Lemon Canyon Road. Turn left onto County Road S650 and proceed north for 2 miles to Forest Service Road 650-75, the Sardine Peak Lookout Road and proceed 4 miles to the locked gate. Sardine Peak Lookout is about 250 yards beyond the locked gate. Phone (530) 994-3401 Activities HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Sardine Peak is a forest fire lookout tower that was constructed in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is a three story enclosed tower with external stairs. Presently the top room or observation cab is the only rentable space. Sardine sits at an

Directions From Fresno, CA, follow California State Highway 180 East to Cedar Grove. Sentinel Campground is located on the left (north) side of the road in the village. Phone (559) 565-3341 Activities CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Sentinel Campground in Cedar Grove is nestled in the stunning Kings Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the United States. With views of a lovely meadow central to the campground, the sound of the Kings River, and glowing mountainsides just beyond the trees, Sentinel Campground is a wonderful place for families to spend time in the great outdoors. Recreation Cedar Grove provides a plethora of hiking trails, from the hiking newcomer to the avid backpacker, and everyone in between. Day hikers can hike to Mist Falls, Cedar Grove Overlook, around

Directions From I-10 in Redlands, take Highway 330 to Highway 18 in Running Springs. Continue east on Highway 18 at Big Bear Lake Dam, but do not cross the dam. Turn left onto highway 38 Continue on Highway 38 to North Shore Lane. Campground is 1/2 mile on left side of road across from Meadows Edge Day Use. Phone 909-866-8021 OR 909-866-8550 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, WATER SPORTS, INFORMATION SITE, RANGER STATION, PADDLE BOATING, CANOEING, STAR GAZING, BACKPACKING Keywords SERR,BIG BEAR,FAWNSKIN,SAN BERNADINO MTNS,SAN BERNARDINO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Serrano Campground is a beautiful place for campers to come to enjoy beautiful Big Bear Lake. It is a scenic and fairly modern campground that provides access to a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. Recreation Visitors enjoy access to

Directions From Running Springs, drive approximately one mile on Highway 18 to the Deerlick Ranger Station/Children’s National Forest Visitor Center. Turn right on Keller Peak Road and continue about five miles. Follow signs to the campground. Phone 909-866-8550 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords SHAC,Shady Cove,Children’s Forest,Deerlick,SAN BERNARDINO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Shady Cove Group Campground is a beautiful place to camp within the Children’s National Forest. It provides access to numerous trails and a lookout tower, with a climbing area nearby. The Children’s Forest was burned in a devastating wildfire and was rebuilt with the help of area children. Recreation Hiking, biking and birding are popular activities. Many trails begin near the campground, including The Trail of the Phoenix. It is a short, paved interpretive trail that begins

Directions From Redding, CA, drive 10 miles west on Highway 299. Turn left on Kennedy Memorial Drive and follow it for 5.4 miles to Brandy Creek Road. Turn left and follow Brandy Creek Road for 2.4 miles to Shasta Bally Road. Turn right on Shasta Bally Road and follow it for .4 mile to the campground. Phone 530-242-3412 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview This tent-only campground is located in the center of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 17 miles west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. Ponderosa pines and fir shade the campsites which have cliffside views of Brandy Creek. Nearby trails lead to a series of lovely waterfalls or into old-growth forest high on Shasta Bally Mountain. The cool, clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake provide endless water

Directions Take Interstate 10 to Route 62. From the town of Joshua Tree turn south on Park Blvd. and continue through the West Entrance. The campground is 13 miles from the entrance station and the city of Twentynine Palms. Phone 760-367-5554 Activities CLIMBING, CAMPING, HIKING, PICNICKING Keywords CG40,Joshua Tree National Park,Joshua Tree Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Sheep Pass Group Campground is centrally located within Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California and is easily accessible to hiking trails and rock climbing routes. It is one of three group campgrounds in the park. Towering rock formations and uniquely-shaped Joshua trees surround the facility. Travelers who enjoy warm, dry winters flock to Joshua Tree from October through May, when temperatures hover in the 70 to 90-degree range during the day and drop to a 40 to 60-degree range at night. Summer

Directions From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 take exit 121, Auburn Ravine Road to Foresthill. Continue east for 17 miles, to Foresthill. Travel through town, about 9 miles, to Forest Road 10/Sugar Pine Road. Turn left and continue 9 miles to the Sugar Pine Campgrounds road (approximately 1 mile after crossing the Sugar Pine Reservoir dam). Turn right and continue about 1.5 miles, turn left into the campground. Phone 530-367-2224 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WATER ACTIVITIES, NON-MOTORIZED BOATING, WATER ACCESS Keywords SHCR,Sugar Pine,Sugar Pine Reservoir,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Shirttail Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest, 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating, OHV, and hiking opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by

Directions From Sierra City travel north on Highway 49, in about 7 miles turn right into the campground. Phone (530)478-6253 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WATER ACCESS, SCENIC DRIVE, GOLD PANNING Keywords SRRA,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Sierra Campground is located on the north bank of the North Yuba River between Sierra City and Yuba Pass. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing and gold panning. Recreation A large network of trails is available in the area, including the Pacific Crest Trail. Boating, fishing, and swimming are available at nearby Sardine Lakes, about 5 miles from the campground. Sardine Lakes Resort offers boat rentals. Facilities The campground offers single-family tent-only sites. Each site has a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Natural Features The

Directions Travel 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50. Turn north and travel 9 miles on Forest Road 3 (Ice House Road). Look for signs to Silver Creek Campground. Phone 831-245-6891 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE, BIRDING Keywords SILG,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Silver Creek, located in the Crystal Basin area, offers a fun atmosphere with beautiful scenery for group gatherings. The Ice House Reservoir is less than 2 miles away, providing fun options for motor boating, jet skiing and more. Eldorado National Forest includes the famed gold mining territory of the 1800s. Remnants of the days of the California Gold Rush are all around the region. Recreation Swimming and fishing are both excellent recreation options on the creek. Rainbow and brown trout are found

Directions From Truckee, travel south on Highway 89 for about 8 miles. Campground is on the left. Phone (530)587-3558. FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL: 1 (877) 444-6777. Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WATER ACTIVITIES, WATER ACCESS Keywords SICR,SILVER CREEK TRUCKEE,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Silver Creek Campground is located on the Truckee River, off of Highway 89, between Truckee and Tahoe City. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and hiking opportunities, as well as its proximity to Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Fly-fishing for rainbow trout in the Truckee River is a popular activity. Campers also enjoy swimming and tubing. The surrounding area offers abundamt hiking and biking trails, including the Western States Trail, Five Lakes Trail, and Pacific Crest

Directions This campground is about 350 miles north of Los Angeles and 150 miles south of Reno, Nevada. Take U.S. Highway 395 to its junction with Highway 158. Take 158 for 7 miles to Silver Lake Campground. Phone 760-934-5795 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords SLVL,INYO NF – FS,JUNE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Silver Lake Campground is nestled between Silver Lake and the dramatic scenery of the Ansel Adams Wilderness in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. This is a great base camp for fishing, boating, hiking, picnicking, horseback riding and photography. The facility has creekside camping with a boat ramp and pack station nearby. Recreation Rush Creek and 97-acre Silver Lake offer peaceful places for anglers to cast a line for rainbow trout. Boating is allowed on the