Best Glamping near Mendocino Lake

Narrows Lodge Resort and Mendocino Redwoods RV Resort house luxury canvas accommodations and waterfront yurts for glamping near Clear Lake. The lakefront yurts at Narrows Lodge feature spacious interiors with comfortable beds, private bathroom access, and convenient kitchenette facilities. Glampers at Mendocino Redwoods enjoy premium hot tub sites with dedicated spa facilities just steps from swimming pools and splash pads. Both resorts offer climate-controlled accommodations with electricity and modern furnishings, providing a comfortable retreat after days of outdoor recreation. "We rented a camping yurt and we were so surprised how big it is! We received a key to our own bathroom and shower! They had a sink to wash dishes in and a place to clean our fish."

Crystal clear waters at Blue Lakes provide an ideal setting for glampers seeking water-based activities directly from their accommodations. The Narrows Lodge includes a private beach with imported sand, fishing docks, and boat rentals for exploring the lake. Families particularly appreciate the Mendocino Redwoods' extensive amenities including a western-themed town center, mini golf course, and petting zoo. Winter visitors find the private hot tub sites especially appealing during cooler months, while summer guests enjoy the refreshing pool facilities. One visitor noted, "The sites were on the smaller side, but came with a picnic table. It's a short walk from anywhere in the campground down to the lake. The water is crystal clear and there's a little dock for jumping off of."

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Best Glamping Sites Near Mendocino Lake (19)

1. Narrows Lodge Resort
4 Reviews
Upper Lake, CA
10 miles
Website
+1 (707) 275-2718
"It’s a short walk from anywhere in the campground down to the lake. The water is crystal clear and there’s a little dock for jumping off of."

"We received a key to our own bathroom and shower! They had a sink to was dishes in and a place to clean our fish. We rented a motor boat for a few hours to explore the beautiful lake. Pet friendly."
2. Mendocino Redwoods RV Resort
9 Reviews
Willits, CA
16 miles
Website
+1 (707) 459-6179
"We were just a few steps from the pool, which was clean, but pretty cold. It didn’t seem like it was heated. If it is, it’s not heated well."

"The Mendocino redwoods RV resort just outside of Willits on CA-20 to Fort Bragg, California, was 3 years ago a KOA resort."

3. Middle Creek Campground
4 Reviews
Upper Lake, CA
13 miles
Website
+1 (707) 275-2361
$8 / night
"Middle creek campground was as close as we could find to free camping in Upper Lake CA."

"Beautiful location, campground was easily accessible going up Elk Mountain Road. Camped in Site 11, pull through, no hook ups, nice picnic table, grill and fire pit. Vault toilets, no showers."
4. The Aurora RV Park & Marina
7 Reviews
Nice, CA
19 miles
Website
+1 (707) 274-5531
$22 - $75 / night
"She answered all our questions and showed us around. We feel in love with this place! 💕 You can fish right from your camp spot if you get a spot right on the water."

"This park has two parts: most is across the street from the lake but some spots are lakeside. The lakeside spots are very tight together-and require backing in."

5. Fuller Grove Group Campground
4 Reviews
Potter Valley, CA
18 miles
Website
"Camp sites are spaced out, so you're not on top of one another like some of the other sites around the lake. Also has a nice beach and direct access to the lake."

"No better campsite for a long weekend of lake lounging and good camping good. The sites are BIG, and the ones that lead to the water give you best access to the lake."
6. Dunlap Campground
5 Reviews
Comptche, CA
21 miles
Website
"3 sites are currently closed due to COVID to encourage social distancing; sites fill up quickly on weekends; no on-site camp host, but Cal Fire does come through to write receipts and pick up trash."

7. Manchester Beach / Mendocino Coast KOA
17 Reviews
Manchester, CA
33 miles
Website
+1 (707) 882-2375
"we enjoyed having a full kitchen available and the community entertainment like s’mores around the campfire. bocce ball courts definitely needed some TLC."

"The beach is about a mile hike, you can ride your bike though on the road outside the KOA or drive and the beach is closer. Point Arena lighthouse is a close drive away."
8. Manchester State Park Campground
8 Reviews
Manchester, CA
33 miles
Website
+1 (707) 882-2463
$35 / night
"Bathrooms were not usable in my opinion but I have a bathroom tent with potty so it didn’t bother us."

"I would recommend the sites in the high 30's as they are more secluded."

9. Westport Beach RV Park and Campground
16 Reviews
Westport, CA
43 miles
Website
+1 (707) 964-2964
$55 - $155 / night
"Little store has anything you forgot, clean bathrooms, fire pits at each site,friendly staff. We were in 24’ class C RV"

"We stayed in our van in the tent area which was secluded, with a stream meandering through, and it was nearly deserted in April."
10. Jackson Demonstration Forest
3 Reviews
Caspar, CA
31 miles
Website
+1 (707) 964-5674
"Jackson State Demonstration forest is about 6 miles from fort Bragg on hwy.20 Campground is about 3 miles down a dirt road down into the forest from the highway. Beautiful, clean and peaceful."

"I’m bad about planning ahead and couldn’t reserve a campground at my usual spots also was trying to avoid the smoke in the valley from all the forest fires."

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92 Reviews of 19 Mendocino Lake Campgrounds

Donna M.
Traveler
Apr. 11, 2019
Middle Creek Campground
Oh heaven or peaceful tranquility
Middle creek campground was as close as we could find to free camping in Upper Lake CA. At the time of our visit 90% of the Mendocino National Forest was closed as a result of fires the past year as well as landslides due to rains.this is normally a ohv area but since all trails are closed it is quiet and peaceful.you can hear the creek running along the camp, as well as the wild turkeys . There must be over 15 different species of birds as well. Each campsite has a picnic table , fire pit as well as a bbq grill. They do have vault toilets and running water. It was $8.00 a nite but offered a discount with a America the beautiful pass
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Danielle F.
Scout
Aug. 7, 2020
Jackson Demonstration Forest
Secluded and peaceful
Jackson State Demonstration forest is about 6 miles from fort Bragg on hwy.20 Campground is about 3 miles down a dirt road down into the forest from the highway.

Beautiful, clean and peaceful. Plenty of trails to explore and Noyo River meanders through the center. It was self pay upon arrival and the whole place was welcoming. Nice day use area with tables and creek for playing in. No water but fire pits and grills, and picnic tables in campsites. At the sites , Trash and pit toilet areas seemed cleaned regularly and cal fire was seen a few times through our stay so it’s out there but doesn’t feel far away.

There was a massive group site that would be gorgeous for a family gathering too!
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Linda Y.
Guide
Aug. 27, 2020
Dunlap Campground
Great FCFS sites close to coast
3 sites are currently closed due to COVID to encourage social distancing; sites fill up quickly on weekends; no on-site camp host, but Cal Fire does come through to write receipts and pick up trash. Not sure if there's water (we brought our own). Good option if needing first come first serve sites since all of the state parks are reservation-only currently. All sites have fire ring and picnic table, also some access to the creek/river bed below to explore. Really convenient to Fort Bragg (30 min away) or Willets (30 min away). No cell service. Only possible complaint would be that you can hear the road noise, but get used to it after awhile.
Cassidy Y.
Legend
Aug. 2, 2021
Jackson Demonstration Forest
Pretty good spot
I’m bad about planning ahead and couldn’t reserve a campground at my usual spots also was trying to avoid the smoke in the valley from all the forest fires. This area was recommended because they are all first come first serve. I drove up on a Friday in July and was able to get a spot at Dunlap campground. The campground filled up by 5:00 Friday night and stayed full the rest of the weekend. Each camp has a picnic table, fire pit and a bbq. Dump lap has 17 spots and a vaulted toilet. There was a small creek behind the campground which was nice. It was about a 30 minute drive to fort Bragg made for an easy day trip. The campground is maintained by cal fire $20 a night. No camp host on site, cal fire crew came in once a day to check the campground. Fellow campers weren’t too loud, the birds were worse in the morning. I’m
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Joseph C.
Traveler
Aug. 14, 2024
Mendocino Magic
Not Ready for the Public Camping But a Lot of Potential
On the positive side, the people that work there are very hospitable and friendly. We had reserved 2 days. But for $70 per day for 2 people (they charge by the person per day) there are not enough amenities and the grounds are not well kept. Check in is not until 4pm. First, there is no place to put garbage. You have to take it with you. Bathrooms are just blue porta-potties. There is a map of the property, but almost no signs on the property, so it's hard to know where you are in relation to the map. The campsites are numbered on the map, but not at the physical campsites. Although the property is in the mountains and there is a reservoir for swimming and boating, (a big plus), there are tools and equipment in various stages of disrepair at several places on the facility that are not screened from view of the camping areas. The RV hookup areas are too primitive compared to typical campsites. (again, the price is too much for what you get) There are canoes and kayaks available for use at the reservoir, (a very nice amenity) but various boating equipment litter the shores and spoil the views. I was told this facility caters mainly to group events, like weddings and there are nice glamping tents available. But it looked like they just didn't pick up after the last party. We left after one day.
Trudy P.
Scout
Sep. 28, 2018
North Fork Campground
Campground away from the Interstate
The North Fork campground is about 30 minutes off of Interstate 80 along a 1-2 lane paved road. The campground is next to the Truckee River but most sites do not have easy access to it.

There are only three pit toilets since one of them is permanently damaged and has been for quite some time. There is no running water or access to any electricity.

It is is a small to medium size campground which is a plus and it’s in the trees.
Michi P.
Guide
Apr. 24, 2025
Middle Creek Campground
Great place for dry camping
Beautiful location, campground was easily accessible going up Elk Mountain Road. Camped in Site 11, pull through, no hook ups, nice picnic table, grill and fire pit. Vault toilets, no showers. There is potable water close to the campsites. Very quiet during the week, it did get noisier on the weekends, but everyone settled down for the evening.
Stephanie P.
Scout
Apr. 18, 2015
Fuller Grove Group Campground
Great memories
I have been camping here for 20 years and have always had a great time. Camp sites are spaced out, so you're not on top of one another like some of the other sites around the lake. Also has a nice beach and direct access to the lake. Campground hosts change from year to year and have been good people. Since Lake Pillsbury is more secluded compared to Lake Mendocino, it tends to get a lot less traffic from campers (except around holidays). People who come are generally experienced campers or families on vacation and not 20-somethings looking to party. Noise normally isn't an issue, even when all the sites are full. Bring your own seat gaskets and toilet paper though. No seat gaskets are provided in the vault toilets, and the toilet paper is sometimes just 1-ply.
Mary L.
Traveler
Aug. 11, 2018
Manchester Beach / Mendocino Coast KOA
quick stop
we enjoyed having a full kitchen available and the community entertainment like s’mores around the campfire. bocce ball courts definitely needed some TLC.