Best RV Parks & Resorts near McArthur, CA

Several RV parks dot the northeastern California landscape near McArthur, with Lassen RV Park Campground offering 44 full-hookup sites that accommodate big rigs from mid-April through mid-October. The park provides both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections at each site. Likely Place RV and Golf Resort, located about 45 miles northeast of McArthur, features spacious pull-through sites with full hookups in a meadow setting. Eagle's Nest RV Park in Tulelake operates year-round with big-rig friendly sites and complete hookup options. Sully's RV Park in Alturas maintains five full-hookup sites that, while limited in number, offer level parking for RVs. One traveler noted, "The sites are pull-through on grass and have full hookups, though you pay a nominal additional fee for the actual amount of electricity you use."

Road access varies significantly between RV parks in this region. Some mountain routes require careful navigation with larger motorhomes, particularly when approaching Likely Place RV Resort where "the road was a bit more narrow and it seemed like you were driving onto a private ranch." Cell service fluctuates throughout the area, with Verizon generally providing better coverage than other carriers. Most RV campgrounds in the region welcome pets, with Likely Place described by one reviewer as "the most pet-friendly RV park/campground we've ever stayed in." Dump stations are available at most full-service RV parks, though availability of other amenities like propane, laundry facilities, and WiFi differs between locations. During peak summer months and hunting season (late September), advance reservations are strongly recommended as the limited number of RV sites in this rural region can fill quickly.

Best RV Sites Near McArthur, California (43)

    1. High Desert RV Resort

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    Alturas, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 233-2806

    2. Sully's RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Alturas, CA
    10 miles
    +1 (530) 233-5347

    "Inexpensive free shower and had access to do laundry. Worked well for our camper van.

    Close to the wild refuge. Walked the 3 mile loop before heading out of town."

    "It is small (only 5 FHU sites) and has a number of permanent residences (who are quiet, and their residences are generally well maintained), but the RV sites are level, showers/bathrooms are clean, they"

    3. Likely Place RV and Golf Resort

    1 Review
    Likely, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 233-4466

    $20 - $42 / night

    "Check in was easy and we proceeded to back-in site 14 with FHUs. The road at the site was wide so back-in was easy."

    4. Lassen RV Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Cassel, CA
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 336-5657

    $42 - $75 / night

    "We are winter camped here for a couple of days on our way to Mexico... The Dyrt spotted this campground for us on our route and we are sooo glad... We will make this a destination in the future."

    "I was only going to stay 3 nights and i have extended for 7 night. Great owner ! Wide open sites. There are lots of trails I can take my dog for walks."

    5. Eagle's Nest RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Modoc National Forest, CA
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 664-2081

    $20 - $35 / night

    "Quiet, Large, pull through, full hook up sites. The internet actually works! Near entrance to Lava Beds National monument. We didn’t use the bathrooms and showers."

    "He not only let us fill up, but offered to let us dump if we needed to (we didn’t).

    The campground is in a meadow-line setting at the end of a quiet road."

    6. Nifty RV & Mobile Home Park

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    Alturas, CA
    11 miles
    +1 (530) 233-5322

    7. Inter-Mountain Fair RV Park

    1 Review
    Cassel, CA
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 336-5694

    $45 - $50 / night

    "Full hook ups. Bathroom and laundry room with key pass combo ."

    8. Hawk's Nest Tionesta RV & Cabins

    4 Reviews
    Modoc National Forest, CA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 664-3187

    "* 22 RV sites, 10 rustic cabins, 8 tents, group site

    • shower house
    • Full hookups *playground structure
    • Our friends and we had the place to ourselves."

    "RV are full hookup. Showers, laundry and friendly staff. Easy, close drive to Lava Beds National park"

    9. Stough Reservoir Campground

    5 Reviews
    Cedarville, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 279-6116

    $15 / night

    "There were 3 of the 8 sites that we could park our 26' fifth wheel trailer

    During our visit there was only one family using the facility."

    "No hookups but there’s water around the campsites and picnic tables and fire pits. Excellent little campground with maybe a dozen or so sites. Clean & well maintained."

    10. North Eagle Lake Campground

    9 Reviews
    Susanville, CA
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 257-0456

    "Many pull through sites. Easy on/off Hwy 139. Trees . Quiet. Only one other camper there on a Monday . Honor federal interagency passes."

    "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."

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RV Park Reviews near McArthur, CA

102 Reviews of 43 McArthur Campgrounds


  • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Dodge Reservoir Campground

    Remote and isolated

    Due to the remote location, be prepared to have everything you need before heading there. 

    Co Rd 502 is narrow but paved (Mail Rte Rd). 12 miles

    Co Rd 506 Tuledad Rd is dirt, unimproved and has some washboard areas. Drive slow and you will be ready for the culvert crossing that have washed out a bit but at high speed can cause damage to your vehicle. 11 miles

    Driving slow is needed for several reasons. 1. to avoid hitting poor road areas too fast and damaging your rig. 2. to spot and take pictures of wildlife 3. Basic respect to keep road from degrading further. 

    We did not come across another person while driving in or out or during our stay at the campground. 

    Tables in each site and fire rings, clean from trash. Vault toilets were also clean. 

    Reservoir was down but still had enough water for the birds to enjoy. 

    Excellent for night sky viewing. 

    We have a 26' toy hauler fifth wheel, it has high ground clearance and upgraded suspension so we would had no difficulty with the road, when we come back with it. This was just a recon trip. 

    Downside: this is surrounded by public land, Dodge Ranch so you can't explorer off the road. Makes the use limited to light weight boat, kayak or paddle board. If you like to just go to camp, sit and relax, the you can certainly do that. 

    Advantage: Evidence of lots of wildlife, we saw pronghorn antelope on the way, a couple of foxes and plenty of birds of prey. No people

  • C
    Sep. 12, 2021

    Hawk's Nest Tionesta RV & Cabins

    90 miles from crater lake heading north

    • Forested with ponderosa pine.
    • 22 RV sites, 10 rustic cabins, 8 tents, group site
    • shower house
    • Full hookups *playground structure
    • Our friends and we had the place to ourselves. (Antelope fire very close, but smoke had dissipated after 3 hours of rain)
    • All pull through sites big enough to keep toad hooked up
    • The owner said their main season is hunting season which starts the end of September. We overnighted here the 9/12/21. Very pleasant.
  • lThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Howards Gulch Campground

    Small wooded FS camp

    If you need a spot dont moss this one! Easy access from highway though only a 1/4 mile to CG sign . Did not see a Howard's Gulch sign. Clean, quiet, some road noise IF a vehicle goes by. Lots of trees, a short hiking trail, good tasting water. Probably won't accommodate big rigs 35' max????

  • Beth D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Eagle's Nest RV Park

    I’ll be back

    Quiet, Large, pull through, full hook up sites. The internet actually works! Near entrance to Lava Beds National monument. We didn’t use the bathrooms and showers. It’s a great time of year, as the weather is nice and the crowds are small

  • Rich J.
    May. 14, 2022

    Hawk's Nest Tionesta RV & Cabins

    Good

    Good campsite nestled in the trees. Approximately 10 tent sites, 20 RV, and 15 cabins. RV are full hookup. Showers, laundry and friendly staff. Easy, close drive to Lava Beds National park

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Lassen Creek Campground

    Great spot!

    This was a lovely spot next to a small creek, and several sites had access to it. We towed a 18ft travel trailer and found lots of spaces it would fit, though I wouldn't recommend anything longer than about 25 feet. The restrooms were clean and stocked and several sites had stone stoves as well as fire rings. We used our GPS vs Google maps, had no problem finding the campground. It was secluded and had plenty of shade. We only stayed one night traveling through, but would definitely stay again.

  • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Stough Reservoir Campground

    Small pond in a peaceful setting

    We did not camp because we were doing a campground recon. There were 3 of the 8 sites that we could park our 26' fifth wheel trailer. 

    During our visit there was only one family using the facility. It is  a small campground, vault toilets and was clean when we were there. 

    We plan to come back in the future. We visited on a Sunday afternoon.

  • Lori T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 17, 2021

    Eagle's Nest RV Park

    Hospitality!

    We didn’t spend the night here, but were tempted. We pulled in to see if we could just pay to fill our fresh water tank. The owner wasn’t there, but the gentleman filling in for him was incredibly hospitable. He not only let us fill up, but offered to let us dump if we needed to (we didn’t).

    The campground is in a meadow-line setting at the end of a quiet road. You’ll pass another called Hawks Nest first. Keep going! Sites are pull through on grass and have full hookups, though you pay a nominal additional fee for the actual amount of electricity you use.

    Great proximity to Lava Beds National Monument.

    Will definitely put this on our list if we pass through again.

  • Aliza  N.
    Oct. 27, 2022

    Lower Rush Creek Campground

    Great USFS campground right of hwy

    Free usfs camping! Secluded little campground right off 299. Follow directions on Dyrt app as coordinates don’t quite take you to the actual campground. There is signage as you turn off 299 but mileage is off. Pit toilets, trash and seasonal? water (was off when we were here in late October). Sites may be small for a big rig but fit our van with plenty of room.


Guide to McArthur

The McArthur area of northeastern California sits at approximately 3,300 feet elevation with varied terrain ranging from sagebrush flats to pine forests. Temperatures in this high desert region can fluctuate dramatically, with summer days reaching the 90s and nights dropping into the 40s. Winter camping options remain available at select RV campgrounds near McArthur, California, though seasonal closures affect many facilities from November through April.

What to do

Hiking at Lava Beds National Monument: Located within driving distance of Eagle's Nest RV Park, this volcanic landscape offers cave exploration and trail systems. "Good campsite nestled in the trees. Approximately 10 tent sites, 20 RV, and 15 cabins. Easy, close drive to Lava Beds National park," notes reviewer Rich J.

Golfing opportunities: The McArthur region offers unique golfing experiences alongside camping. At Likely Place RV and Golf Resort, campers can enjoy both activities. As one reviewer mentions, "Our nightly rate included the weekly 1/2 price golf package. Check in was easy and we proceeded to back-in site 14 with FHUs."

Wildlife viewing at local refuges: The area's wildlife refuges provide excellent birdwatching and nature photography. "Needed a place while heading north. Easy to find. Close to the wild refuge. Walked the 3 mile loop before heading out of town," shares Kirsten G. about staying at Sully's RV Park.

What campers like

Spacious, private sites: Many RV parks in this region offer larger than average spaces. At Lassen RV Park Campground, "Each space is large and private. Facilities are clean. Quiet location and beautiful area," according to Meara H.

Walking trails: Several campgrounds maintain on-site trail systems. "There are lots of trails I can take my dog for walks. Couple of the trails takes you to a cliff where you can sit and watch the sunset," explains Virginia G. about Lassen RV Park Campground.

Fishing opportunities: The region's reservoirs and creeks provide fishing access. Stough Reservoir Campground offers direct water access. "A beautiful, small reservoir with about 10 sites. I got the primo site across the water, solo spot with my own pit toilet," reports Greg B.

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts campground operations significantly. "We tried to get to this campground but were blocked by too much snow in the road. The website lists the status for this campground as 'area not cleared,'" cautions Laura M. about Stough Reservoir in early May.

Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies widely across northeastern California. "Zero cell service here," notes a reviewer about Stough Reservoir, while another mentions at Likely Place: "We did get three bars on Verizon and our MiFi worked fine."

Reservation timing: During peak seasons, advance bookings become essential at McArthur area RV campgrounds. "The owner said their main season is hunting season which starts the end of September," shares Carol about Hawk's Nest Tionesta RV & Cabins.

Tips for camping with families

Playground facilities: Some campgrounds offer child-friendly amenities. "This campsite has cabins, RV, and tent camping available. There is a new playground for children," mentions Amber Z. about Hawk's Nest Tionesta.

Educational opportunities: The volcanic features and wildlife refuges provide learning experiences. "We booked a quick one night stay here, passing through. We wish we had allowed more time! Our kids loved all the art throughout the property and the new rock pit they'd just finished installing!" shares Claire N. about Lassen RV Park.

Bathroom access: For families, clean facilities matter. "The bathrooms are regular flushing toilets with showers in the room and outlets if you need to blowdry your hair," notes a reviewer about Hawk's Nest Tionesta RV & Cabins.

Tips from RVers

Road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds require careful navigation. According to MickandKarla W. at Likely Place, "The park was easy to find, but a slow drive from the turn off in Likely due to the road being a little rough. Then the road leading to the park was a bit more narrow."

Site configurations: Understanding hookup placements helps with parking. "The utilities are more toward the front of the site, which made them very convenient for our rig. Great water pressure so suggest using your reducer," advises a reviewer about Lassen Creek Campground.

Size limitations: Several campgrounds have restrictions on larger RVs. "We towed a 18ft travel trailer and found lots of spaces it would fit, though I wouldn't recommend anything longer than about 25 feet," suggests Diane V. about Lassen Creek Campground.

Electricity billing practices: Some RV parks in northeastern California use metered electricity. As mentioned by a reviewer at Hawk's Nest, "Sites are pull through on grass and have full hookups, though you pay a nominal additional fee for the actual amount of electricity you use."

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