Within Mendocino National Forest, Lower Nye Campground provides Forest Service camping near Lake Pillsbury from mid-May through mid-November. The campground sits on open terrain alongside a creek, offering a straightforward base for exploring this section of the national forest.
Campers can bring pets to this established campground, which operates under standard Forest Service management. The creek proximity provides water access, while the open layout gives clear sightlines across the camping area. For those planning extended stays in the region, campgrounds near Mendocino National Forest offer additional options throughout the forest system.
Description
Dispersed Camping. Open year round but not accessible when creek is too high to ford. No tables, fire rings or services.
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Location
Public CampgroundLower Nye Campground is located in California
Directions
Lat - 39° 26' 35.2932", Long - 122° 49' 29.251199"
Coordinates
39.4430003 N
122.82500067 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Pets
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 22 min from Yuba City, CA
- 2 hrs 36 min from Santa Rosa, CA
- 2 hrs 41 min from Redding, CA



