The best camping near Goose Lake State Recreation Area

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Waterfowl, deer, and campers coexist in this remote lakefront spot with seasonal camping.  

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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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Camp Freedom

3 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Alturas, CA
Learn more about this land: TAKE NOTE: I have turned off the pump house for the winter. If you plan on camping there, you will need to bring your own water and be prepared for freezing temperatures. The water will be turned back on next spring around March. Thank you! The recreation opportunities in the Alturas CA area are endless, fishing, hiking biking, hunting, boating and OHV. The camping site has nearly 3 acres with a view of the town of Alturas and is a great place to kick back and enjoy the atmosphere of fresh air and juniper trees. There are flat usable campsites around the property and one portion of the property is fenced for horses (bring your own water trough). The property is approximately 3 minutes from downtown Alturas with restaurants and stores. The sleepy town is a perfect place to hang out and relax at the big park in town behind the VFW Hall on Main Street, have refreshments at the two bars in town or try your luck at the Desert Rose Casino. The Wildlife Refuge has a self driving tour where you can see all kinds of birds and wildlife. Take a drive outside town to the "Ranches" to see deer, antelope, eagles and various waterfowl! Alturas is a high desert area with wonderful views of the Warner Mountains and has an enchanting feel to it. Temperatures in the summer rarely get over 100 degrees, mostly low 90's, and in the fall the cool nights make for great sleeping. Pop over Cedar Pass to Cedarville which is about 20 minutes away to check out the newly designated "Dark Sky" area. Come up and hang out in this very cool and special place, you will not want to leave!!  The town of Alturas is also in the coveted X hunting zones, X3a, X3b and X2, for those of you who like to hunt. Two sites have full hook ups and the small trailer site on the above pad (see trailer picture) has electric only.  During the winter, the pump house is turned off and drained due to freezing temperatures and the risk of blowing a pipe, so campers must bring their own water during November through March.  Please ask if there are changes in these dates for the water hook ups.
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Phewpine Ranch

4 sites · RVs, Tents37 acres · Lakeview, OR
Coordinates from Google Maps (there is no address): 42.21964395533185, -120.22760182394319 Basecamp for woods adventures in the Fremont-Winema National Forest, located on the Oregon Timber Trail and Fremont National Recreation Trail. Mountain biking, primitive backcountry bikepacking, hiking, fishing. Bare land suitable for tent camping or smaller RVs with high clearance - look for mud first if it's early season! Learn more about this land: 30+ acres of bare land nestled in the Warner Mtns between Lakeview and Plush, Oregon. Flat land with no amenities, restrooms at sno-park half mile across HWY 140. Perfect self-contained basecamp for backcountry woods adventures, Oregon Timber Trail cuts right through the property about 27 miles from the southern start.  Trailheads in all directions, primitive backcountry mtn bike trails and hiking, gravel and road cycling, bikepacking, geocaching, and excellent fishing in the small creeks and ponds all within a few miles.
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The best camping near Goose Lake State Recreation Area guide

Overview

About

On the banks of the massive Goose Lake on the Oregon-California border, the remote Goose Lake State Recreation Area offers seasonal camping on a first-come, first-served basis, complete with hot showers, flush toilets, and an RV dump station. The quiet Goose Lake Campground is a great place for birdwatching, particularly during the spring and early summer months when migratory birds flock to the region. Goose Lake is also home to a large population of mule deer, particularly known to hang around the area in late summer and into autumn.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. The campsites at Goose Lake are not reservable in advance—they’re offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
  2. It’s usually not challenging to secure a spot at the lake, especially given how remote it is, but if coming on a summer weekend, you might want to come early in the morning to choose your space (especially if you need an RV site).
  3. The park has an additional grassy area where campers can pitch tents if needed.

When to go

Goose Lake State Recreation Area is open for camping from May through mid-October and for day use throughout the year, and the weather is at its warmest (and driest from late June through mid-September). Migratory birds—including, as the park’s name suggests, geese—flock here in spring and into the beginning of summer, while late summer and fall are the best times to spot mule deer, particularly at dusk and dawn.

Know before you go

  • A tiny general store sits in the town of New Pine Creek, a mile from the park. Gas stations and groceries are available in Lakeview, a 15-minute drive away.
  • You can purchase firewood and bags of ice right at the campground.
  • Campfires and the use of fire rings and camp stoves may be prohibited during periods of increased wildfire risk.
  • Pets are welcome, but must remain on a leash except when in the off-leash area, located on the west side of the campground. 

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