The best camping near Modoc National Forest
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Goose Lake Organics
4 sites · RVs, Tents325 acres · Lakeview, OR
You will stay on the grounds of the beautiful Historic Crane Ranch, originally established in 1869. There are 325 acres to explore, including wetlands, willow forests, hay fields, creek and peat bogs. Wildlife such as deer, bear, beaver, porcupine, skunk, raccoon, fox, coyote, cougar and squirrels have all been seen on the property. And a rattlesnake was seen 18 years ago. And there are many feathered friends; it’s a bird watchers paradise.
There will be a variety of primitive camp sites in addition to the existing two sites close to the headquarters that have 20 amp power via extension cord. Fresh clean water is available from several faucets around the headquarters. Most campsites are sized to allow for group camping which makes this a perfect stop for adventure bikers touring the Oregon Outback or Burners to and from Black Rock City. There is a rustic but clean open air bathroom with flush toilet and a hot shower that is available to all guests in addition to a blue portapotty. Also a community gazebo that encloses a room with netting to keep mosquitos at bay. No outside fires are permitted at the campsites, however there is a community fire ring for a warming fire, pending local fire restrictions.
Located just 6 miles south of Lakeview, Oregon, our slice of paradise is only 145 miles (2.5 hours) from Black Rock City and 8 miles from the California border. This is an active ranch environment so at times there could be haying operations going on during the summer. The ranch borders rural Highway 395 and even though it’s usually pretty quiet and the camping is away from the highway, you can still hear it at times.
The wetland environment supports so many species, but it also supports mosquitos during the spring and early summer. Be prepared for mosquitos at all sites especially when camping in the willow forest during spring and early summer.
Dogs are welcome at all sites and are encouraged to be on leash around the headquarters. However, there is ample space for your pets to run off leash. Not responsible for any interactions between dogs and the wildlife such a skunks, porcupines, coyotes or other animals,
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Hawk's Nest Tionesta RV & Cabin
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Tulelake, CA
Welcome to Hawk's Nest Tionesta RV & Cabins!
Tucked away in spectacular Modoc National Forest at the base of Timber Mountain, Hawk's Nest Tionesta is one of the best kept secrets in the West. You won’t find a better place to enjoy Northern CA cabins and RV & tent camping. Just 15 minutes from Lava Beds Nat'l Monument, we offer some of the best camping in Northern CA.
Please do not try to contact us over cell phone. We live in an area with bad cell reception. If you try to reach us by cell phone there is a chance we won’t see your message.
When you arrive you must check in at the office first. If there is no one at the office please call the office number posted on the sign.
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Junipers Reservoir Campground
5 sites · Tents5000 acres · Lakeview, OR
Junipers Reservoir RV Resort was created approximately 30 years ago. The RV resort sits at the end of a one mile gravel driveway, on the edge of a juniper forest overlooking the 200 acre Junipers Reservoir and its surrounding meadows. A large lawn and cedar buildings sit at the center of the oval shaped RV park, with the generously sized camping sites angled along the outside edge to provide the best views. The resort boasts free fishing in the reservoir for trout, hiking and biking trails, rock-hounding, bird watching, wildlife viewing, horseshoes, and volleyball. The view from the open air pavilion is spectacular!Learn more about this land:Located in the heart of a 5,000 acre cattle ranch. We have hot showers, laundry machines, restrooms, BBQ's, Covered Pavilion, park benches, and lots of lawns. Plenty of room for tent campers. We have an enclosed dog off-leash run area. Plenty of trees for shade, fresh air and blue skies. At night we are far enough from town that the dark night lights up with stars. We have a 200 acre lake for fishing (trout) and miles of trails to hike or bike on the ranch. The rate shown here is for Tent Camping
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Camp Marchy
6 sites · RVs60 acres · Lake City, CA
Centered in the heart of Surprise Valley, Camp Marchy provides camping for Squirrel Hunters, Mule Deer Hunting (x3B), outdoor recreation with close access to Modoc National Forest, Oregon and Nevada. Many lakes and Creeks in the area provide trout fishing opportunities, not to mention hiking, 4 wheeling, cross country skiing and other Winter Sports. Surprise Valley, where the pavement ends and the West begins……
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Zae’s Mountainous Adventure
117 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · California Pines, CA
The area has lots of juniper trees and cedar trees. Lots of wildlife mostly deer and birds. The property is located 10 minutes away from a fishing pond called rainbow pond. It is 45 minutes away from Alturas downtown. Two hours and 15 minutes away from Mount Shasta. You will need the coordinates to get there. It is a dirt road. Dry camping with raw beautiful land.
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Camp Coors
2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Alturas, CA
A beautiful place to camp. There is (1) 2 trailer or car camp spot and (3) single trailer spots. This is completely a dry camping site. There are 110 extension cords available.
Located 5 minutes from town this is the perfect place to stop and rest if you are just passing through or if you plan on staying a while.
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Starry Nights And Adventurous Days
1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · California Pines, CA
Lot Acres: 0.920
Google Maps Location: 41°25'10.4"N 120°42'17.2"W
Property is near an airstrip, quite a few ponds and lakes that are stocked yearly with fish and is fairly level for building. Modoc County is a great place for a vacation home or get away cabin with tons of recreational possibilities and lots of peace and quiet.
There's a mix of owner occupants and vacationers who visit California Pines to enjoy the great outdoors. California Pines has a lake and several fishing ponds, which are stocked by the state of California 2-3 times a year with trout. The community also has a lodge, campgrounds, a mobile home park and an airstrip.
California Pines Lake Units Fact Sheet:
The Lake Units are located at an elevation of 4,300 feet in mostly meadow pasture land type of property. The California Pines Lake is 256 acres and next to it sits the California Pines Lodge, a 4,400 feet airstrip, and campground. The lodge consists of 8,000 square feet including a restaurant and lounge as well as 28 motel units and a swimming pool and recreation room.
CALIFORNIA PINES in Modoc County is a beautiful community surrounded by 2 million acres of the Modoc National Forest in Northern California. California Pines is a peaceful and uncrowded retreat... with green meadows, towering pines and trickling streams. It's a place to get away from the stress of the big city. If you want to get back to nature, if you want to escape and become part of a tranquil and laid-back community, then come to California Pines and escape to this outdoor paradise.
THE CALIFORNIA PINES LODGE sits on a small peninsula surrounded by California Pines Lake and features 28 rooms for guests, a restaurant and cocktail lounge, activity room with big-screen TV, ping-pong and pool tables. There is also a banquet room with a magnificent double-sided, oversized fire-pit, which also warms the reception area of the lodge. The grounds of the lodge include a swimming pool and two paddle-tennis courts. .
FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT ... Enjoy a wonderful break from the city life as you feast at the California Pines Lodge overlooking the lake. The lodge restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven day a week. The cocktail lounge is open every day until the wee hours of the night, serving up some of the best drinks, local gossip, pool, ping-pong and big screen television for the sports events.
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Cranky Canard Mountain Cabin
1 site · Lodging20 acres · Lake City, CA
The Cranky Canard is a cozy log cabin that sits at the base of the Warner Mountains at 5,340 ft on 20 acres and backs to the National Forest. Beautiful view of the broad valley of the Pit River where you can witness breath-taking sunsets, dark skies where the Milky Way is visible to the naked eye, and even Mt. Shasta —which is located 95 miles west as the crow flies. Aptly named in honor of the Belligerent Duck, come enjoy this high desert cabin in the wilderness!
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EverClear Ranch
3 sites · RVs10 acres · Lake City, CA
Quiet Rv lots with a fantastic view of the warner mountains! Located ten minutes north of Cedarville; this easy access lot (right off county road 1) is the perfect hitchin' post for seasonal hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, or people who just want a quiet get away from the hustle and bustle of the city!
By day play cornhole and explore the thousands of acres of public lands and off road trails; all within a 5 minute drive!
Evenings present the perfect time to have a drink by the fire pit while enjoying the clear night sky boasting wonderful views of the stars and the milky way!!Learn more about this land:Quiet Rv lots with a fantastic view of the warner mountains! Located ten minutes north of Cedarville; this easy access lot (right off county road 1) is the perfect hitchin' post for seasonal hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, or people who just want a quiet get away from the hustle and bustle of the city! By day play cornhole and explore the thousands of acres of public lands and off road trails; all within a 5 minute drive! Evenings present the perfect time to have a drink by the fire pit while enjoying the clear night sky boasting wonderful views of the stars and the milky way!!
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Gomez Country Land
2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Beryl, UT
Very nice piece of land
that I purchased and think a lot of people can enjoy it as we do. Please take care of the land and leave no garbage so we can all enjoy a very long time. 25 mins from Newcastle reservoir, 40 minutes from Cedar City. Great location for hiking, 4 wheeling, fishing, and hunting. I have a 50x50 yard section that is cleared out for drive in of vehicles and RV parking.
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Nicky’s Camp Site
1 site · RV1 acre · Alturas, CA
This land has a beautiful view of the valley below and it’s surrounded by beautiful pine trees and pondsLearn more about this land:This beautiful mountain lot is in the California Pines development which surrounded by the 2 million acre Modoc National Forest. Alturas, is located on the Pit River, east of the center of Modoc County, with a population of 2,700. It is on US 395 and about 50 miles south of the Oregon border and minutes away from Cal Pines.
The California Pines lodge is 10 miles southwest of Alturas off of Centerville Road and sits next to the 256 acre Cal Pines Lake. The elevation in the Hill Units varies from 5,000 to 6,400 feet. The Hill Units cover an area of 20,000 acres. Within minutes of your new property you will be able to hunt, fish, hike, ride mountain bikes, camp, boat, four wheel drive, snowmobile, ski, golf, wildlife & bird watch, picnic and explore the Modoc National Forest. Also you are just a 90 minute drive from Mt. Shasta ski resort and only about a 3 hour drive from Reno.
THE PROPERTY: This beautiful parcel is on Ashley Road in Hill Unit 3. You can drive right on this nice level lot with native grasses and scattered Ponderosa pines. Camp and enjoy the great view of the valley below and the Warner mountains to the east. It is timbered with Ponderosa Pine. You can take the kids to nearby Rainbow Pond which is stocked with rainbow trout and Canyon Creek or for a swim at the Lodge.
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Rodrigo A.’s Land
1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · California Pines, CA
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With 1,654,392 acres to explore, this national forest has something fun to do no matter how you define fun. Known for its distinctive landscape contrasts, this park spans mountains, meadows, lakes, soaring canyons, and mystical wetlands. It's the perfect place to go if you are looking to wander in some of California's most rural and striking wilderness.
Try to strike it lucky! You can pan for gold in the streams. Throughout the park, you'll find fire lookouts and ranger stations in remote areas. While hiking, you may come across wild horses. With a fishing license, you can cast your line in the many ponds and lakes.
Sleep at one of the primitive campsites available throughout the park. If you prefer a campground with varying amenities, this park has 22 different sites available.
The campgrounds are in four different ranger districts and don't require a reservation. You can bring your RV to many of these campgrounds but there aren't hookups available.
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