Looking for a place to go glamping near Modoc National Forest? Glamping near Modoc National Forest, CA is a great way to go camping with the tastes of home. You're sure to find glamping for your California camping adventure.
Lava Beds has one campground, Indian Well Campground, located 1/2 mile (0.8 km) from the Visitor Center and cave loop. There are 43 sites available on a first-come, first serve basis. Sites can accommodate tents, pickup campers, small trailers and motor homes up to 30 feet. Note: not all sites can accommodate motor homes.
Pioneer Camp
$35 - $143 / night
Shady campsites and a creek running along side make Lower Rush Creek Campground a great getaway destination. Trailers larger than 22 feet are not recommended. In the winter months roads may become soft or impassable. Please do not create resource damage by driving on soft roads or saturated soil. Remember the weather can change quickly and you do not want to be unprepared for extreme conditions.
$15 - $20 / night
Guide
This is one of my favorite campsites in California. There all the falls, which are beautiful, the lake for swimming and water sports and lots of hiking trails. The campsites are dry sites (no hookups), but they have updated bathrooms and showers. They also have cabin for rent, but you have to bring your own bedding. The visitors center is awesome and they always have programs going on for kids and adults alike. Both the falls and lake Britten is within walking distance. Even if I am not camping, I stop here to visit when going through CA.
Ranger
This campground is not far from the highway, on a nicely maintained gravel road. Some private homes not too far from the grounds. There were about 10 sites here, each had fire pit. You should be careful to read about fire restrictions in the area, just in case. At the time we were there, you could have fires in designated areas, but please make sure they’re out cold when you’re done! The front part of the camp ground has drive in sites and across the bridge, over the creek, there were a handful more walk up sites that were nicely shaded and removed. Those back sites had these sort of ovens as opposed to traditional fire pits. The pit toilets were decently clean, but quite dark inside. There are water spigots, but no water comes out - we later saw a sign posted saying that the water system was shut off. There’s little to no Verizon service. Overall, it was a nice quiet, shady place to stay!
TravelerTucked away, this place was great! We didn’t have too many people there but it was a gorgeous sight!
LegendFree 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.
Legend
This well-maintained campground is within the national monument and steps from the visitors center. We were there offseason (October), so there were only 3 other campsites taken. SItes A6 and A7 definitely have the best views. There are no hookups for RVs, but there is a water spigot at most sites, along with picnic tables and fire pits. The bathroom was super clean. The $10 camping fee is half priced if you have an annual national park pass. Staying at this campground makes it easy and possible to stay late exploring the lava tubes and getting right back to it in the morning. There’s also a hiking path that leaves right from the campground that takes you to more caves to explore (Three Sisters).
These are the ancestral lands of the Modoc people who were forcibly removed by settlers. The museum and park has excellent education and information about the horrific battle between the Modoc people and the white settlers.
LegendCaution. It is very hot and dry here in the summer!!!
We go here in the spring and fall to avoid the heat. Open sparse cover campground but the regular amentiites are there - table, locker, fire ring. Flush bathrooms but no showers. First come first serve sites but I have never seen it full. Some RVs will not fit so check if you are using one.
You can also do back country camping but I have never done that here.
The best reasoen to go are the caves. There are caves of every type and every kind. Some you walk thru and others you crawl through - caves for all ages and all abilities. Try to get a reservation for the Ice Cave before you go (if you can).
We also always look at the petroglyphs and watch the raptors there.
Captain Jack's Stronghold and the Modoc history sites are fun and facinating as well.
You are a short ride from the flyway and a reserve where you can always see eagles.
You are also near the Tule Lake Japaneses Internment Camp,as well as a German POW camp. Small museuem at the fairgrounds at Tule Lake.
Lots of birding in the area and you are close to some fun sites in Oregon as well.
RangerThe campground is standard fair, firepit/grill, lots of room. I've been up a few times and never had anyone next to our site given how remote it is. Great Nat'l Monument to visit during the winter because the caves stay the virtually the same temperature year round.
Explore the largest concentration of lava tubes in the whole world? Yes please!
Headlamp and helmet are musts. Gloves and kneepads recommended if you're planning on crawling around.
Nice hikes and petroglyphs to check out if you want some sunlight.
GuideThis is undoubtedly the quietest campground we have ever visited. Not just because there were few campers, but its location so far from any highway or city. I would also like to give kudos to the the fire crews who saved this area from the fire last year. The visitor center and campground are an island of green in the middle of a charcoal land.
I would categorize it as a tent and teardrop campground. There are some sites where larger RVs can park, maybe around 25', but most campground spaces will only hold the car. They have a lot parallel RV parking and that requires you sign up for two spaces, one for your trailer, the other for your car. The lower campground, A, is more open, great if you have solar. The upper campground, B, has more spaces and some for larger RVs.
The drinking water faucets are irregularly dispersed and few. You cannot hook up to them to fill your RV, so be sure to bring some 5 gallon containers to haul water to your RV. There are flush toilets and sinks with cold water, no showers. Bring all your supplies, as the nearest town is about a 40 minute drive. There are very solid metal fire rings and picnic tables. The closest dump station is in Tule Lake, but is excellent, with water and good drain positioning - and its free.
We had excellent Verizon service and were able to surf the internet, load and download pictures without using any booster. I was also pleased to get a staff member directly when I called for information. There is a lot to see at this park and I highly recommend it.
PS The helmet they sell ($8) saved my head many a time during cave exploring.
RangerA very unique spot to camp! If you want to get the full experience of the lava beds I would suggest staying a night or 2 here. You’re in walking distance of caves while camping! There isn’t any shade. There are bathrooms. There is a “plague” warning due to ground rodents having the plague… so be warned!
GuideAfter a long drive, we visited the Lava Tubes and found a campsite at Indian Wells. The open sky and views were gorgeous. The night sky with very minimal light pollution was even better. If you like astrophotography or star gazing, this is a great location. Just remember when you hear a rustle in the tumbleweeds, and your headlamp catches the reflection of eyes low to the ground, it's likely deer munching on ground covering and not something that makes you grab your gear and back away from the road. When we returned to our site, we saw tons of deer rummaging through campsites.
GuideThis campground and area was such a huge surprise for us. We chose it because it was located about where we needed to rest for the night, but instead got a wonderful experience. Super quiet. The lava beds/caves were amazing. The night sky was surreal.
GuideWe came here in the early spring which was super cold - got hailed on for a few hours. But overall the campsite was good.
We have never been to the lava beds and it was cool to experience. Hard to say how much of the weather played a factor in our review, but the campsite was just okay.
Caves were dope though! Highly recommend Skull Cave! Pictures don't do it justice.
TravelerHad a great stay here with our family! HOT in the summer but perfect for off season camping.
TravelerI loved the Lava Beds that I came back this summer. It's a gorgeous landscape and you will not be disappointed!
GuideGreat campground at the center of the monument. Really close to the visitor’s center and the entrances to some of the more popular lava tubes. Only downside is that it is first come first serve, so get there early!
GuideOnly $10 a day with spacious camps sites, water, bathrooms, and peace.
ScoutIndian Well Campground is the only campground inside the Lava Beds National Monument Park. It is a first come, first serve camp at an affordable $10 a night. Go during the week to avoid not getting a spot. Has everything you need except showers. The campgrounds are maintained and have beautiful views of the surrounding area.
Legend
Unlike the other campground on Lake Bitton (Dusty Campground) this is a more developed campground. It can be reserved - through PGE.
There is water. There are showers. And it is much larger - 20 plus sites. It can accomodate trailers. Lots of people here with boats as there is a boat launch. Sites have tables and fire rings. Pretty open so privacy can be an issue.
Towards the end of the summer the lake can get "murky" and full of algae. So you won't be swimming say in September. The lake offers fishing, boating and kayaking, Easy access from the campground. There is a "beach" like area on the lake.
If you get there at the end of the season you will get fall color.
Yo are an easy ride to get to Burney Falls State Park - or you can go across the lake to get h=there.
RangerWe have stayed on the lake before but at “dusty campground”, this time wanting to spend our trip in a little bit more of a civilized campground. The roads were paved unlike dusty but the campgrounds were just as dusty as dusty campground. Be prepared for everything to be covered from head to toe. We went July 12-14th and I wouldn’t swim in the lake, blue/green foam on the shoreline. Most of the campsites are more like RV sites with no flat ground for a tent. I wish I would’ve known that. There’s vault toilets around with toilet paper and 1 big bathroom with showers that is open 8am-9pm and runs on “tokens” that you have to buy with $1 bills only, no quarters accepted. Just a heads up. The campground was really pretty but I wouldn’t suggest for tent camping, for RV’s or car camping it’s nice. The bathrooms all smelt really good and were for the most part clean, the shower trash cans were overflowing with feminine products and wasn’t changed the whole time we stayed, so I’m not sure how often the bathrooms get cleaned. The camp host was friendly and offered people wood. Seems like the kind of place that you can do about whatever you’d like, music was blasting till 10pm when quiet hours started, that’s okay we just played our music too but those that are looking for a “relaxing camping trip” also shouldn’t come here.
ScoutWe love this site, great hiking trails/4x4 trail. Last night tho 3 guy’s on dirt bikes rode right thru our campsite & a few other campers around 11:00 pm & almost ran over our 2 Pomeranians. Be careful especially if you have children!
TravelerShowers ($1 bills only), fire pits, and FCFS sites, as well as a friendly campground host. Beautiful spot right on the lake. Mosquitos and bees so bring bug spray.
TravelerThis campground is situated on the north shore of Lake Britton, CA. directly across the lake from the McArthur-Burney Falls campground. It offers 30 campsites, many with a view of the lake, and has coin-operated showers and vault toilets available in the campground. A camp supervisor/host is on site. All camp sites have fire rings and picnic tables but no food lockers. For boaters there is lake access and room for anchoring at the shore. The fishing here is a short walk to the shore and there is a small swimming area as well. There are no RV hookups present.
Legend110 foot waterfall, swifts flying around everywhere. Epic place near Mt. Shasta, McCloud up the street half an hour has a waterfall you can jump into to cool down on hot summer days.
ScoutThis has been our go to spot for my entire life. The sites are well sized, lots of activities for kids, a snack shack with ice cream and souvenirs, and easy access to the very swimmable Lake Britton.
It books up fast, but is well worth the effort to get to if you can secure a spot!
LegendThis has got to be one of the top state parks in the state of CA. A beautiful 120 foot waterfall with black swifts flying everywhere. Unbelievable. Great hiking to lakes in the surrounding area. The campsites where large and wonderful for our big groups. A definite win. Even the bathrooms seemed a step better here than most CA state parks. Plus a great gift store!
ScoutBeach is nice nice cool water fall
ScoutThis was a perfect place for our family camp. Each campsite is large enough for big groups/families. The campground is beautiful and the setting is just awesome. The sound of the falls is always there. The Falls are amazing and the trail in the area is also beautiful. The only downfall was hearing trucks on the highway driving throughout the night. Other than that - I would visit here again and again.
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