Within the Bureau of Land Management's Arcata Field Office territory, Lacks Creek BLM operates as a dispersed camping area accessible via a narrow gravel road that climbs through forested terrain. The final approach requires about 40 minutes of careful driving from the main road, with several reviewers noting that standard passenger cars can make the journey despite some washouts and exposed rocks along the route.
The camping area features three designated sites positioned along Pine Ridge Road, each equipped with picnic tables and fire rings with grill racks. Derrick H. notes the sites are "clean, with views" overlooking the surrounding forest canopy. A vault toilet serves the area, though campers consistently emphasize bringing their own water since none is available on-site. Cell service works reliably for AT&T users according to multiple reports.
Mountain biking and hiking trails branch out from the camping area, with trail maps and difficulty markers posted to guide visitors. The terrain supports various skill levels, from easy loop trails near the first campsite to more challenging routes deeper into the BLM land. Wildlife sightings are common, and the forested setting provides natural shade throughout most sites.
Road conditions vary seasonally, with construction affecting access during certain periods. "Drive with care" due to blind turns and narrow sections, advises one recent visitor who encountered heavy usage during peak times. The sites can accommodate vans and pickup trucks, though larger RVs face tight corners on the upper portions of the access road. GPS coordinates sometimes lead past the correct turnoff, so watch for the clearly marked BLM sign at the hilltop intersection and follow Pine Ridge Road to reach the designated camping sites.
Description
Lacks Creek is a recreational treasure hidden in the coast range and offers a wide range of outdoor opportunities. Ride your horse or bike along the shared use trails, or find your own secluded campsite with a view. Lacks Creek is located in California's northern Coast Range, approximately 15 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean. The area is in Humboldt County, approximately 20 miles northeast of Eureka. The management area includes 8,673 acres of BLM managed public lands 7,377 acres are within the Lacks Creek watershed, with the other acreage made up of contiguous lands. The management area is surrounded by large private land timber holdings, and the region contains some of the most productive and intensively managed commercial forest lands in the United States. The immediate area is sparsely populated with scattered ranches in adjacent Redwood Valley.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLacks Creek BLM is located in California near Hoopa
Directions
Drive east on Highway 299 for 17.8 miles from Highway 101. Turn left at the Redwood Valley turn off (Bair Road) and travel 3.9 miles. Make a right turn at the sign that reads "Hoopa - 22 miles", and travel 5.9 miles up this windy gravel road. The entrance is a left turn. For a map, click here. For current road conditions please do not hesitate to call the Arcata Field Office at (707) 825-2300.
Coordinates
41.00558592097947 N
123.78440881013779 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/13/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/13/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/13/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 36 min from Redding, CA
- 3 hrs 42 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 3 hrs 47 min from Medford, OR








































