Best Tent Camping near Likely, CA

Recent Tent Reviews near Likely, California

109 Reviews of 8 Likely Campgrounds

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  chris P.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 23, 2022

  Willow Creek Campground

  Nice little park right outside Heppner

  Enjoyed the tent site and it had a nice shower.

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  Alison

  Legend

  

  Jun. 8, 2021

  Aspen Grove Campground (CA)

  Just for Tents!

  This is one of several campground at Eagle Lake. The unique aspect of Aspen is it is set aside for Tent camping only. No RVs or cabovers are allowed here. It is set in shady pines just like the other campgrounds at the lake. All the usual amenities are here too. Picnic tables fire pits and nice bathrooms. A camp host is present. The campground sits near the water. Close by and to the east is the trail head for the beautiful Osprey Overlook trail. Overall a nice campground for the back to basics Tent camper.

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  Laurie W.

  Scout

  

  May. 22, 2018

  Rancho LoveJoyPeace

  DIY Good Times in the High Desert

  This sweet little place beside a creek in Surprise Valleyis just right for low-key tent camping and they have a place for a small van or RV too. Composting toilet, dipping in the creek, and a cool little town (restaurant there is open Thurs-Sun). It's on a farm, technically, but they are mostly taking time off farming. Dark skies and no worries.

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  Jordan & Julia

  Scout

  

  May. 30, 2022

  Merrill Campground

  Annual Eagle Lake Trip

  Our annual camping trip to Eagle Lake at the Merrill Campground in Lassen National Forest started as a family trip for a good friend about three generations ago. Ourselves and other friends have since tagged along for the last 6-8 years (some longer). We now routinely book 6 or more campsites, most with power for trailer hook ups though a couple of us still tent camp. Half the group are avid fisherman and go out every morning. The trout fishing is world class and makes for an out-of-this-world fish fry! This is one of the most pristine and quiet campgrounds we visit. The camp hosts and other campers are always extremely friendly and respectful. The facilities are clean and well maintained, the marina is well stocked (both fishing and daily food/drink essentials). We look forward to coming year after year.

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  Ryan W.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 18, 2017

  Howards Gulch Campground

  Howard's Gulch Campground in Modoc National Forest

  Howards Gulch Campground • Modoc National Forest • $12

  Northern California • Basin & Range Birding Trail 15 Northeastern location

  Just past a hundred miles of farmfield coming from the North we enter the Modoc National Forest, and turn left against our GPS’ wishes into Howard’s Gulch Campground (Forest Service). Pay attention to the signs. It's analog but it's right. It’s a small, primitive camp in Northern California with 12 sites. Two which are walk in only and none which are for large RV’s. The fee is $12 which is significantly more than the next campground down the road which is free, but the consistency of the Forest Service sites makes it worth it. 

  The trees are tall and red, and according to a conveniently placed sign, coniferous. There are also signs indicating common birds of the area and their habitats, along with a 1.5 mile trail built by the U.S. Forest Service, California Department of Forestry and the California Department of Corrections. The trail has been dedicated “for your hiking pleasure…” This campground is also part of the Basin & Range Birding Trail system of Northern California and Southern Oregon.

  Like all forest service campgrounds there is a fire pit and a picnic table in each site. Most of the sites are spaced relatively privately, but since you’re in the middle of nowhere you’ll probably be sharing the camp with one, maybe two other campers. In addition, some sites have a stand alone charcoal grilling set-ups.

  Trails like this one lead right from camp. Bring your binoculars.

  There are plenty of water taps. At least five, but since it isn’t potable there isn’t really much benefit. Since the water is being “treated with chemicals” I wouldn’t even recommend boiling it for use leaving it for the dousing of fires, but the camp is under no-burn restrictions. Rightfully so, considering the summer California has had so far.

  Toilets are standard vaults, but there are three of them for 12 sites. Two of which are recent new builds. Being low in the gulch you’re surrounded by walls on three sides to the outer side of the camp loop. The inner loop still backs up to a cliff wall for an unusually located tall mound...and OHMYGOD MY WIFE JUST CHOPPED HER THUMB! SHIT! SHIT!SHIT!SHIT!SHIT!SHIT!SHIT!

  ...

  The reason to camp here is…you’re on your way somewhere else most likely. Coming from Oregon to Yosemite or Tahoe or vice versa. But if you do you won’t be disappointed and if you like birds you’ll be pleasantly surprised. The nearest town is at least 20+ miles if you need anything so come prepared. My Wife's thumb is fine by the way. Despite a serious scare at the time. She field dressed it like a boss using our first aid kit (which we've since upgraded). She'll have a reminder scar, but her badass level went up like a million points. I give Howard’s Gulch 3 Tent Stakes of Awesomeness for being a solid campground with nice sites and trails leaving right from camp but not much else going on. Also, there is no indication of who Howard is. I certainly didn't meet him.

  Pro-Tip #1: Prepare for summer heat. You aren’t at elevation here.

  Pro-Tip #2: Bring binoculars.

  Pro-Tip #3: Bring water and anything else you might need. No place near by to get anything.

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  tom P.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 23, 2024

  Rocky Point Dispersed Camping

  Suitable but barren

  There's signs acknowledging it's free camping. Large barren area with a toilet near the lake. Not great for a tent but can make it work. Good distance away from roads and houses. Lake view.

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  Chris M.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 12, 2017

  Merrill Campground

  Merrill Camground

  Verry quite and relaxing, clean bathrooms and wifi (if your into that sort of thing).Mostly RV campers. my wife and I were in a tent while everyone else was in an RV.

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  Fatima V.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 16, 2020

  Howards Gulch Campground

  Great place to stop for a night.

  Its ideal if you’re coming from California and headed to Oregon. A couple hours away from Crater Lake.

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  Kalai L.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 30, 2016

  Crater Lake Campground

  Clean and organized

  This campground is well organized, fits a lot of people but there is a good space between tents. Bathroom nearby, picnic table, fire rings. Campsites have a good size for groups. This place is great as a base while you explore the amazing surroundings of Crater Lake during the day.

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  Crystal B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2018

  Lassen Creek Campground

  Great Spot!

  My husband and I took a quick trip to North Eastern California for some rock hounding. We came upon this campground toward the end of the evening. It's a dry camp ground with pit toilets. The best part was that there were not designated camp sites - find a fire ring, and camp away. Our nearest neighbor was well over 200 yards away. It was a great spot and perfect for 4th of July weekend. We will definitely be returning to this location!

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  Seathrough H.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 11, 2020

  North Eagle Lake Campground

  Like Fishing?

  Eagle Lake is known for its “Eagle Lake Trout” and they get big! The lake itself can get choppy in the afternoon but get out and fish in the morning. The campground facilities here are complete and clean. They have a general store that has everything you could ask for, a little of everything and the staff is friendly and very helpful! The location is great if you like to explore things like lava beds, ice caves and wildlife!

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  Trish V.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 4, 2020

  Biscar Reservoir

  We did the 7 miles off 395

  Roads gravel until last half mile is walk or 4 wheel drive vehicle only. We like secluded camping its not what we would enjoy. No trees. Didn't see if there was water in the reservoir as it was about dark and look like other people were there. Interesting place with some interesting residential places along the road.

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  Naomi C.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 8, 2020

  Upper Rush Creek Campground

  Nice and secluded

  Quiet little campground next to a small creek. Warm but well shaded. We were the only ones there and it looked like someone had been there maybe a couple weeks before us.

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  Lisa

  Guide

  

  Oct. 21, 2022

  North Eagle Lake Campground

  Looking forward to a return visit

  We originally went to the dispersed campground down a very bumpy road but that area was a dirt parking lot, extremely exposed and unappealing so we headed back North Eagle Lake for an overnight stay. 

  • Cleanest sites and bathrooms you'll ever experience 
  • Water spigots conveniently located throughout 
  • Friendly camp host (she took immense pride in maintaining the sites and bathrooms) 
  • Tree coverage was great (we hit this on an exceptionally warm fall day) 
  • Some road noise from Hwy 136 but quiet at night 
  • Did I say cleanest vault toilets ever? There was hand sanitizer, air freshener, waste baskets and holiday decorations in each one to make them "homey.

  It appears some upgrades have been done since one of the earlier reviews as there were 3 new vault toilets and a new entrance sign. Not sure why that review said there were no trees as we had plenty of them as did many of the other campsites. There were multiple vans, a Class A, tents and a tear drop so this campground can accommodate all rig sizes. 

  We'd definitely stay here again.

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  Brian H.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 1, 2018

  Dodge Reservoir Campground

  Super nice BLM campground

  We went in August and were the only ones at the whole site. Nice place though, right by the water, fire rings, picnic tables, juniper trees and a pit toilet that looks like it's regularly serviced.

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  alan C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 14, 2024

  North Eagle Lake Campground

  Right along highway

  Sites were not completely level but workable. Looked like homeless folks might have lived there at some point. We made camp 1 night before headed on towards Oregon.

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  Norma Y.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 23, 2018

  Christie Campground

  Lots of space to ourselves!

  We camped from 6/18 - 6/20, a Monday through Wednesday. There was only one other occupied campsite out of about 25 on our loop. When we came last year in early July, there were more campers but it still wasn't filled. We have a Senior Access Pass, so we paid only $10 per night instead of $20. Clean campsites with picnic tables, and fire rings with nice adjustable height cooking grates. There is firewood for sale at the campground host's. Drinking water is available, and the bathrooms are clean and have flush toilets. We were happy to have our screen tent, because there were more than a few mosquitoes. A paved trail goes along the lake for 5 miles, suitable for bicycles, strollers, and hikers. There are big fish in the lake, and there are white pelicans and bald eagles who feed on those fish. Beautiful scenery with strategically located picnic tables near the lake, and nice places to spread a blanket and take a lakeside nap.

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  Lauren B.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 23, 2019

  Lassen Creek Campground

  Love this park!

  This is my favorite park of all time. I’ve been here multiple times since I was a kid, so I’m a little biased most likely. Last time I camped here it was on the off season and not the smartest decision. We were the only people camping in the entire park. The bathrooms were all locked even though the park was technically open. We didn’t come super prepared, it was in November about everything froze in the morning. Still we made it work and we had a blast. There’s multiple hikes like Bumpass Hill. There’s stunning views and lakes. It’s also not too populated, many people don’t know about it still. I highly recommend it.

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  allison W.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 17, 2022

  Fee Reservoir Campground

  Beautiful and little trafficked spot near Fort Bidwell

  This campground is HIGH up in the mountains (over 5,000 feet) so remember sunscreen, water, and the fact that it’s going to get plenty cold at night regardless of the season. There is a lot of BLM boondocking activity in this area so it’s nice to have an actual campground.

  There are seven sites in total and according to signage you can stay for a maximum of 14 days. This is plenty even when you take into consideration the vast number of hiking trails and off circuit lakes to explore. It’s a beautiful corner of California and highly underrated.

  RVs can fit in these spots but the maximum length is about 24 feet. Vault toilets. No camp host and no cell service.

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  julie B.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 29, 2018

  Eagle Campground

  Tons of open space

  We love this campground because of all the open space and you don't feel like you are right on top of your neighbor. Great place for groups.

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  Brandice S.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 20, 2019

  Crater Lake Campground

  Worst nightmare

  Crater lake campground, not to be mistaken by Crater lake NP, this campground has a a small amount of small spaces only available on a first come first serve basis. We had no knowledge that all the spaces would be on an incline or so teenie that one car would fit in the spot. We did find a spot way away from the lake that when I got out of the car was swarmed by pterodactyl mosquitos, I'm not talking 2 or 3 I'm talking a SWARM people, 30-50 blood suckers around us. That's when we decided this campground sucks. The lake is pretty but we've seen better. It's an 8 mile Forest service road that's well maintained so that was no issue but it's a long way out of the way to maybe get a spot that's semi flat that could fit a tent and a car... I didn't have enough time to take photos because I was busy fighting to keep my blood to myself... we visited in June and the temp was about 77 during the day and 42 at night. Perfect camping weather 😎

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  Joe B.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 13, 2019

  Rocky Point East

  Great find

  We liked how secluded it was and even had a very nice and clean vault toilet near the camp sites. Great spot to kayak or enjoy camping by water. Also there is a legit donation box but you can camp for free.

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  Alison

  Legend

  

  Jun. 7, 2021

  Willow Creek Campground

  Too Close to the Highway

  The spot itself is nice, nestled near Willow Creek among aspen. The problem is it is so close to highway 139 you can hear every car go by. Also, they set a bathroom that acts as a rest stop right on the highway at the campground so essentially you are camping at a rest stop. For us that just invites a feeling we don't like where anyone traveling on the highway may decide to drop in.

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  Alison

  Legend

  

  Jun. 7, 2021

  Merrill Campground

  In Sight of the Lake

  One of several campgrounds at Eagle Lake. We like this one because there are several spots close to the water and in the sun. In the heat of the summer there are plenty of spots deep under the thick pine trees that shade the area. In the shoulder seasons it's nice to camp in a sunny spot or at least have the option.

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  Karen N.

  Traveler

  

  May. 11, 2020

  Lassen RV Park C

  Beautiful Campground

  We spent two nights just passing through during COVID-19, and were pleasantly surprised at the hospitality offered to us. The campground was clean and had huge sites, most in wooded lots. The family who owns this campground are very friendly and made us feel like family. The campground is peaceful and relaxing. Wi-fi is available at the office area. Verizon on my phone at our site was weak. They plan to upgrade the WiFi to better accommodate visitors. Beautiful trails and a great view of Mt Shasta from on of them. Great campground.

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  Diane H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 10, 2016

  Lassen Creek Campground

  Hidden gem of a campground

  Camped here in my 19' Jayco Jayflight travel trailer. The spots are right along the creek with lots of mature trees as well as a toilet. It was fairly level and easy to get into a spot. This is more like boondocking than camping as the spots are not improved and the road in is dirt. It is beautiful. It's close to Davis Creek where people rockhound for Obsidian which is why I was there in the first place. I enjoyed camping here and would do so again.

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  paul B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 28, 2023

  Ramhorn Springs Campground

  great spot off the 395

  this site was much better than expected. it's about 2-3 miles off the 395 and has a variety of spaces. most of the sites are pull-through but if you have a bigger rig you might have a bit of a problem turning around at the end of the campground. It looked like a dead end and didn't want to risk it. even though there is a bubbling creek next to the campground it was great that we didn't have any bugs or mosquitos. I also talked to a group of contractors staying at the site that it can get busy when they (and 2-3 other teams) use it as home base to clear fire breaks around the 395 during the summer