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Merrill Campground at Eagle Lake welcomes pets throughout its spacious sites with water and electric hookups. Dogs must remain on leash while exploring the 6-mile paved bike and walking path that runs alongside the lake. Honey Lake Campground provides pet-friendly accommodations for both tent and RV campers, with fire rings and picnic tables at each site. Antelope Mountain Dispersed Camp offers free camping with pets allowed and no reservations required. Most campgrounds in the area maintain standard pet policies including leash requirements, waste cleanup expectations, and limits on barking during quiet hours. Lazzarini Farms stands out with its perfect 5-star rating and pet-friendly cabin options alongside traditional tent and RV sites. The campground areas are generally well-maintained with clean facilities, though pet owners should note that not all sites offer equal shade protection during summer months.
Dogs enjoy access to the shallow waters of Eagle Lake at designated areas, though owners should supervise pets near wildlife. The fenced dog area at Clio's Rivers Edge RV Park provides a secure space for off-leash play with a creek within walking distance. Antelope Lake Recreation Area permits pets at its lakeside campsites where dogs can cool off during hot summer days. Campers report that most sites have ample room for pets to relax at camp without disturbing neighbors. Winter travelers should note that temperatures drop significantly at night, requiring warm bedding for pets camping in colder seasons. The paved Eagle Lake Recreation Trail offers excellent pet exercise opportunities spanning approximately 4 miles in each direction from Merrill Campground to both Christie Campground and the marina. Local wildlife includes eagles, mountain lions, and bears, so keeping pets secured is essential for their safety.
"The only reason I didn’t give it a 5 star rating is that there is nothing around to do. General store across the street with gas and diesel, some food and drink."
from $60 - $65 / night
Check Availability"We stayed in our camper van and our spot had water and elec for $35, and a beautiful view of the lake and mountains. Bathrooms were warm and had lots of hot water."
"At first I was a bit disappointed the lake was across the highway but over all I enjoyed my stay. It was quiet. The campground was at least 3/4 full."
"Stayed one night and loved Eagle Lake. Rare USDA campground with power and water. Lovely forest area shades the camp. Lots of families with bikes and dogs all on leashes."
"Grew up camping here as a child and have so many great memories of Eagle Lake. Unfortunately things have changed quite a bit due to the shift in climate in the area."
from $35 - $80 / night
Check Availability"The surrounding Forest is gorgeous. No one else here. We stayed 2 nights to hike a nearby peak hike Shallow Grave Trail."
"Aspen filled Creek just a small walk south of campground. To keep this place looking beautiful, do not forget to pack out your trash and follow Leave No Trace ethics."
"Mind you this lake isn’t far from Reno, NV and surrounding valleys so it can get quite rowdy at night during peak season. Would not recommend for families looking for a quiet, serene getaway."
"The lake is perfect for fishing, kayaking, and splashing around."
"It all gave me the feeling I was one with the nature all around me. The camp also represents and embodies that same unity."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"Honey Lake to the north, a gorgeous vale/meadow to the south. The tease of thunderstorms all around. One standard USFS pit toilet (super clean). Electricity to power a stove/fridge/heater/lights."
"Ok so it’s great but the trail hiking up from Parking is approx 3 km to the campsite so make sure and bring everything in one go. It’s a tough hike as your literally hiking a mountain."
from $60 / night
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ScoutWe have been going here for years. The spaces are large, sunny and shaded with lovely trees and all within walking distance from the lake. Staff is friendly and helpful and the park is always clean. Love the fishing, swimming and hiking. Beautiful views of the mountains and lake any direction. Family and pet friendly at a reasonable cost.
TravelerSurprised how well maintained and friendly staff assisting with set up. Nice dog large area without enclosed fencing. All short term campers are located in the center very cozy. Lots of families and kids and noisy. We were able to ride bike in the park and on the road that was safe with little to no traffic. Several grass areas for guest minus pets. The perimeter areas are for permanent residence with several for sale. So no chance of getting some nice sites. A number of tiny cottages to rent. The railroad tracks along side of park and loud in early hours you got use to it. Will return but off season when kids are back in school. Also no access to creek from park. Recommend very clean park
ScoutWOW, this place is super nice. Kid friendly with activities and play areas. Pet park for off leash play! Clean and friendly staff! #1 park in our book!
GuideStayed one night and loved Eagle Lake. Rare USDA campground with power and water. Lovely forest area shades the camp. Lots of families with bikes and dogs all on leashes. Great bike paths to ride or walk right next to the lake.
TravelerMost people flock to the nearby Lake Almanor or Butt Valley campgrounds, so Yellow Creek Campground is a nice place to go to escape bigger and busier spots. Nestled in the pines and bordering the Humbug valley, this campground has some of the best views in Northern CA. It's off the beaten path a bit. About an 8 mile trip down a gravel road but very well maintained and easy to get a smaller RV back in there if you like. There's a natural soda spring on the entrance road where the local indigenous Maidu used to gather and drink for healing. https://www.outdoorproject.com/united-states/california/soda-springs-historic-site
TravelerThis sight is great for boon-docking campers; it has maintained camp sights, picnic tables, and a few fire rings. A short walk from the camp sights there is a vault toilet that’s maintained during the dryer months. Great fishing, stargazing, and kayaking. But be prepared for no cell service at the campground, however about 2 miles south on the main road will provide 2 bars of service for those with Verizon. Also pack lots of food, water, and fuel as the closest gas is in Alturas and or Standish Litchfield “45 miles north or to the south on hwy 395.” I wouldn’t recommend swimming in the lake as the lake has been know to have very small leaches sad for swimming but great for fishing. Don’t forget to check your local fire restrictions and obtain a fire permit before heading out.
GuideOur visit to Lake Almanor was amazing. My Dad brought his sail boat and the wind was perfect for sailing. The campgrounds are spacious and the restrooms are clean. Their is a nice cafe within walking distance. They do patrol this campground a lot. Keep your dogs on a leash. The small town of Chester is not far away and is a delightful little town. P.S. Could not find my photos :-(....
LegendSilver Bowl campground is located in the Caribou Wilderness of Lassen National Forest outside of Lassen National Park. It is about 35 miles from Susanville and 30 miles from Chester. The last 6 miles of which will be on some pretty rough road, especially early in the season. There are cabins around Silver Lake and people tow boats up for the summer, so I'm sure as the season goes on the road gets easier. Chester is a great place to go for supplies, the Holiday food market has a everything you would need. Best to fill up on gas there too if you decide you want to explore the area.
Campground Review: Even though the FS website https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/lassen/recarea/?recid=11368 said it was open, the campground was not yet open for the season on May 26. In big snow years, it may not open until July. The adjacent Rocky Knoll campground had a gate and was closed. There are private cabins encircling Silver Lake, which is a short walk from the Silver Bowl campground, which I assume is why it had no gate. The information board was blank, and there was no payment envelopes ($12 a night during the season). Off to a rocky start to our Memorial Day weekend, we decided to make a loop of the campsite anyway. There was one other person there, in a camper who was there to fish. We jumped out to see if the bathroom was open, and thankfully one of the vault toilets was open. We decided we would stay for the night, since we were already here. So glad we made that decision, as we ended up staying three nights and it turned out to be a fantastic campground with lots of things to do during the day. Most of the sites are enormous. Site 8, where we stayed, could have easily been a 40 person group site and not felt crowded. There is a well pump for drinking water, however the pump arm wasn't on the well since the campground was closed. The Susan river is nearby for water if you have a water filer (which we did). There is trout fishing in the lakes close by, the Caribou Trailhead is close to the camp, which leads you into the Caribou Wilderness for backpacking or day hikes, and there is a network of fire/logging roads that you can use to explore other parts of the Caribou Wilderness. Dispersed camping is also allowed in the area, so if you drive up and the campgrounds are full, you are free to find a place to camp. You would need a campfire permit to operate stoves or have fires if you are dispersed camping, so check with the local ranger district for that. I would highly recommend this campground. Bring a fishing pole, a kayak to put on the lake, a hammock to put up in the trees surrounding the campsites, hiking shoes, or just do nothing. You can't really go wrong at Silver Bowl campground. 5 stars all the way.
Product Review: As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get to test products from time to time. At Silver Bowl campground, I tested the Midland Radio X-Talker Extreme Dual Pack - https://midlandusa.com/product/x-talker-t77vp5/ - aside from a couple issues, which I will detail later, they worked great. The radios come self contained in a hard plastic carrying case, with all the accessories included. I will let the Midland website above go into more details and technical specs for anyone interested. On to the review.
When hiking in remote areas without cell service, or wandering around lakes fishing, it is a good idea to have some type of communication in case an emergency arises, or you just want to keep in contact with others in your group. These radios do exactly that. I took one with me, and left the other in camp with my girlfriend, and was able to communicate with her easily. Before going, I had familiarized myself with the radios and there various abilities. There are 36 channels, security codes to keep communication private in high use areas, high/low power settings to extend batter life, an NOAA weather alert mode that scans 10 channels and provides weather alerts and updates for your area. The radios have very clear, crisp sound. I didn't get out of range once, probably about 3-4 miles apart at most on various hikes or while fishing. I charged them up before leaving and with light use on the high power setting over 3 days, the battery was still showing two bars. the included hands free headsets worked great. A wireless option would be nice, however that would increase the cost, and for ~ $100 retail, they offer great value. These would be great to use hunting, boating, off-roading, at festivals, etc. They served every purpose I needed them to on this trip, with two exceptions:
Overall the range is a small nitpick and I won't downgrade them too bad for that, however the lack of access to the NOAA weather alert stations in remote areas is a big issue for me. I would give them 3.75 stars. They worked great, feel like they will hold up well over time, and come in a case that holds all the accessories needed, so all you have to do it toss them in the car and not worry about forgetting chargers, ear pieces, etc. They will be a fixture in our camping gear going forward.
TravelerGrew up camping here as a child and have so many great memories of Eagle Lake. Unfortunately things have changed quite a bit due to the shift in climate in the area. The water was very low and air a bit smoky upon arrival in early September. Sites are great, with lots of shelter the further inland you go, and just enough pine tree shelter close to the water. Many sites available when we drove in on a Saturday afternoon, so we chose one with a view in the grassy area facing the lake. Amenities are great: flushing toilets, potable water, a general store with a good selection of items. A big, lakeside trail to bike/ walk that spans quite a distance and ends near the marina. The camp host played the French horn at sundown which was unexpected, but really lovely and relaxing to listen to as the sun set. Expect the days to be very hot, but nights extremely cold in the latter half of summer. Come prepared for the mountain climate with warm sleeping bags/ down blankets. Expect to hear some fishing boats and a bit of traffic at dawn if you stay during trout season. Always a good idea to check air quality and burn bans before arriving.
Dispersed camping options near Litchfield, California offer alternatives to established campgrounds throughout Lassen National Forest and surrounding public lands. Located at approximately 4,100 feet elevation in northeastern California, the region experiences significant temperature fluctuations between summer days reaching 90°F and winter nights dropping well below freezing. Fall camping provides colorful aspen displays along creek beds while summer brings fishing opportunities at multiple lakes.
Fishing access: Eagle Lake hosts quality trout fishing with convenient launch facilities. "The lake is appropriately named as we saw bald eagles daily... We enjoyed walking the paved Eagle Lake Recreation Trail to both Christie Campground and the marina. Each direction is about a 4 mile out and back," notes a visitor at Merrill Campground.
Mountain lake water activities: Smaller lakes provide alternatives to Eagle Lake's fishing scene. "The lake is nestled in the mountains. The scenery, fishing and water sports are superb! They also have group camping right on the water," reports a camper at Antelope Lake Recreation Area, which offers boat ramps for watercraft launching.
Cycling on paved paths: Several miles of paved trails connect camping areas around Eagle Lake. "We travel with electric bikes and dog carrier in tow. There is a total of 6 miles of paved bike path. We rode to the other dry camp grounds all very big and spacious with the tall trees," explains a cyclist who stayed at Merrill Campground.
Easy access dispersed camping: Free sites with basic amenities appeal to travelers seeking budget options. At Antelope Mountain Dispersed Camp, a camper noted, "Not a bad place to spend a night or two primitive camping," though another mentioned, "We only found one good area and it already had 2 people at it. It had level sites and nice tall trees."
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Established campgrounds maintain consistent standards. "The facilities were well maintained and very clean. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. Site 12 had ample shade from the trees and close proximity to two restroom facilities," reports a camper at Merrill Campground.
Overnight convenience: Strategic location makes several campgrounds ideal for travelers passing through. "Stopped here on our way to and from Oregon. Easy pull through sites, full hookups. Friendly staff and they make it easy if you come late and leave early as we did," explains a visitor to Susanville RV Park, which offers 101 sites with concrete pads.
Limited off-season facilities: Many campgrounds operate seasonally with reduced services in cooler months. Merrill Campground operates from May 15 to October 31, with one camper noting, "We stayed here for 4 nights and loved it. As it was the last week before trout season opened on the lake, our side of the campground was nearly empty. Not sure that will be the case now."
Variable site quality at dispersed locations: Free camping areas often have inconsistent terrain and amenities. "It appeared that this campground hadn't seen much traffic recently, some of the sites were very overgrown. There were pit toilets that seemed like they hadn't been maintained but they were there nonetheless," reports a visitor to Laufman Campground.
Pet policies and restrictions: Most dog friendly campgrounds near Litchfield maintain standard leash requirements. At Honey Lake Campground, campers appreciate pet-friendly policies but should note site layouts: "The rv spaces look out over the lake tent camping in the back but you still have lake views."
Best summer spots: Waterfront locations offer cooling relief during hot months. "Water is warm enough to swim June-August. Great fishing! Vaulted toilets were very clean. Many sites are located very near or on the water due to the unique shape of this lake," notes a visitor to Antelope Lake Recreation Area.
Pet-friendly campgrounds near Litchfield: Sites accommodate pets with varying degrees of space. Days End RV Park includes pet-friendly policies with one visitor noting, "Family owned business seems to be ran by 3 generations... Remarkable guy with a keen eye for cleanliness and detail. He built this place from the ground up in 1999."
Site reservation timing: Popular waterfront locations fill quickly during peak season. "Would recommend booking reservable on-the-water sites well in advance," advises an Antelope Lake camper, while another warns, "This lake isn't far from Reno, NV and surrounding valleys so it can get quite rowdy at night during peak season. Would not recommend for families looking for a quiet, serene getaway."
Hookup availability: Several campgrounds offer RV-specific amenities. "The park is laid out very well. We stopped on our way back from Tucson before and will be stopping here this coming spring," reports an RVer at Susanville RV Park, though another noted, "The one thing that was bothersome was they lock the showers and bathrooms from 7pm to 7am."
Seasonal camping comfort: Temperature fluctuations affect camping comfort throughout the year. At Black Mountain Lookout, a visitor mentioned, "A bit windy in afternoon but will see how it is in the morning. NO water or trash service, but there is a sink," highlighting the need to prepare for variable conditions.
Site sizing considerations: Campgrounds accommodate different RV lengths with varying degrees of privacy. "The rows and sites are CLEARLY numbered. An excellent campground," notes a Susanville RV Park visitor, while another less enthusiastically described it as a "Large concrete lot. Shade hard to come by."
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