Established Camping
Lake Pillsbury
Lake Pillsbury offers camping near a large reservoir surrounded by forested hills in California. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby Mendocino National Forest and enjoy activities like hiking and fishing.
Description
The largest lake on the Forest has 2,280 acres of surface area and 31 miles of shoreline. Please remember that camping in Lake Pillsbury basin is allowed only in designated campgrounds. The campgrounds at Lake Pillsbury are operated and maintained by Pacific Gas and Electric. More information on Pacific Gas & Electric campgrounds is available by calling 916-386-5164. All of the campgrounds at Lake Pillsbury are open from May to September, except Oak Flat which is open all year. Lake Pillsbury campsites are designated for up to 2 vehicles each (there is a fee for additional vehicles) and a maximum of 6 people. The vault toilets are a modern no-odor type. Camping is on a first-come, first-served basis, with no reservations required except for the Fuller Grove Group Campground.
Location
Lake Pillsbury is located in California
Coordinates
39.42491499 N
122.95417855 W
Detours Nearby
COE Mendocino Lake Bu-Shay Campground
1 hr 6 min away
COE Mendocino Lake Chekaka Campground - CLOSED PERMANENTLY
1 hr 10 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 2 min from Santa Rosa
- 2 hrs 35 min from Yuba City
- 3 hrs 6 min from Redding
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
