Planning a dispersed camping trip near Tulelake? Here you'll find a diverse selection of places to camp, including remote dispersed camping to boondocking, and everything in-between. You're sure to find the perfect dispersed campgrounds for your California camping adventure.
Free backcountry camping is permitted so Restrictions are in place for camping near developed areas and caves Fires are prohibited and no surface water is available No groups of more than 12 individuals are permitted
Use already existing campsites when available. Do not leave evidence of fire rings, tent sites, trash, or graffiti when leaving an area. No camping within 0.25 miles (.04 km) of roads, trailheads, and parking areas.
For details on regulations, camping etiquette, horses and natural hazards see the Wilderness Camping Brochure: https://www.nps.gov/labe/planyourvisit/upload/Wilderness%20camping%20Site%20Bulletin.pdf
This is a primitive area without facilities. The boat ramp is gravel and dirt. There is parking for boat trailers and room for turn around. Small motor boats and car top boats can launch from Duncan South.
Dogs on leash only. Please clean up after your dog. Garbage service is not provided. Please take all trash, garbage, fish guts and dog droppings with you when you leave.
14-day camping is allowed from May-October. Oregon Sno-Park Permit is required between Nov. 1 and April 30.
Please check for fire restrictions before you go: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stnf/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5392380. Campfire permits are required to have a campfire or stove at a dispersed site. Campfire permits are available online at www.readyforwildfire.org/permits/campfire-permit/
Camping is not limited to developed camping. Almost all of the forest is open to those who prefer the quiet solitude of a completely undeveloped setting.
Generally, dispersed camping is allowed outside of developed sites within the forest unless otherwise posted. One exception to this is Lewiston Lake. Camping is prohibited within 1/4 mile of the high water mark with no exceptions. Other exceptions are the Mt. Shasta plantations area and McCloud River Loop.
Please call ahead to offices for current fire restriction and road information. Potable water, toilets, and other amenities are not available. Be sure to bring adequate water or be prepared to purify natural water sources before drinking. Camp at least 200 feet from springs, water, meadows, trails and roads. Camp at least a quarter-mile from designated campgrounds, picnic areas, trailheads, private property and state highways. If you brought it in with you, then remember to take it out when you leave (Pack It In/Pack It Out).
More details here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd771279.pdf
Free backcountry camping is permitted so Restrictions are in place for camping near developed areas and caves Fires are prohibited and no surface water is available No groups of more than 12 individuals are permitted
Use already existing campsites when available. Do not leave evidence of fire rings, tent sites, trash, or graffiti when leaving an area. No camping within 0.25 miles (.04 km) of roads, trailheads, and parking areas.
For details on regulations, camping etiquette, horses and natural hazards see the Wilderness Camping Brochure: https://www.nps.gov/labe/planyourvisit/upload/Wilderness%20camping%20Site%20Bulletin.pdf
This is a primitive area without facilities. The boat ramp is gravel and dirt. There is parking for boat trailers and room for turn around. Small motor boats and car top boats can launch from Duncan South.
Dogs on leash only. Please clean up after your dog. Garbage service is not provided. Please take all trash, garbage, fish guts and dog droppings with you when you leave.
