Best Dispersed Camping near Oregon House, CA

Are you planning a dispersed camping trip to Oregon House? We've got you covered. Dispersed camping gets you off the grid so you can disconnect from the hecticness of everyday life. From secluded to easily reachable, we offer dispersed campsites near Oregon House just for you.

Best Dispersed Sites Near Oregon House, CA (9)

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      Camper-submitted photo from Grouse Ridge Campground
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      2. Grouse Ridge Campground

      2 Reviews
      4 Photos
      72 Saves
      Emigrant Gap, California
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Dispersed
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      4. Lake Valley Rd Pullout

      2 Reviews
      6 Photos
      52 Saves
      Emigrant Gap, California

      Most of Tahoe National Forest is open to camping free of charge which is referred to as “dispersed” camping. Dispersed camping is prohibited in certain areas, generally within a ¼ mile of major highway corridors, in the Lakes Basin Area (Sierra Buttes), near Prosser, Boca, Stampede, French Meadows, and Sugar Pine reservoirs, and other locations. Please see the full list of areas where dispersed camping is not allowed below.

      Maps and staff are available at most Tahoe Forest Service offices to assist visitors in finding a suitable spot.

      Not being in a developed campground means that there will not be certain conveniences:

      Water Quality: Be prepared to bring your own drinking water or have a water filter. Lake, stream or spring water may be contaminated. Human Waste:Proper disposal of human waste is crucial. Human waste can spread disease, lead to contaminated water supplies, contaminate soils, attract wildlife, and spoil a dispersed camping area for future users. Portable eco-friendly human waste disposal systems which allow you to safely "Pack It Out" are commercially available and recommended. As a last resort, choose a spot at least 200' away from water sources and dispersed campsites, dig a small hole at least six inches deep, and cover it when you are through. Seal your toilet paper in a bag, pack it out, and dispose of it properly. No trash service - Pack It In, Pack It Out Maximum stay limit for camping is 14 days per District. Please remove all your equipment and garbage when you leave. The beauty of the natural vegetation around your campsite is probably why you chose it. Keep it healthy and growing by not cutting anything down, not putting nails into trees, and treading carefully along meadows, streamsides, and other sensitive areas. Keep your vehicle at least twelve feet from designated roads and trails to prevent resource damage and to adhere to Travel Management Regulations.

      When you pick your spot, make sure that it is at least 200 feet away (about seventy paces) from streams and lakes, to help protect streamside vegetation, and prevent water degradation and sedimentation. Dispersed campsites must be outside the boundary markings of developed campgrounds and dispersed camping closure areas.

      There are many fine camping spots you can reach on Tahoe National Forest motorized routes and trails, but some routes may be rough, steep, or narrow and not suited for low-clearance or for large recreation vehicles.

      • Pets
      • Phone Service
      • Dispersed
      • Alcohol
      Camper-submitted photo from Rogers Cow Camp
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      6. Loch Leven Lakes

      2 Reviews
      7 Photos
      109 Saves
      Norden, California

      The Loch Leven begins at Placer County Road Pla-9140-2 and ends at High Loch Leven Lake. At the south end of lower Loch Leven, a trail junction continues left to middle and high Lochs, or right to Salmon Lake. Fishing is generally good, and camping is dispersed throughout the basin. Campfire permits are required for campfires, backpacking stoves, BBQs, and lanterns.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Dispersed
      • Alcohol
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        7. Stag Point

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        19 Saves
        La Porte, California

        1 dispersed site at trail head with fire pit and table only. At Stag Point 5 dispersed units. First come first serve. Pit toilet, fire rings, no water, no garbage services Pack in/Out.

        • Fires
        • Dispersed
        • Picnic Table
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          Recent Dispersed Reviews in Oregon House

          8 Reviews of 9 Oregon House Campgrounds


          • SThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Lake Dispersed
            Sep. 6, 2024

            Bowman Lake Dispersed

            Lake side Campsites

            If you are looking to be near the water and no service, this is perfect. The rough road in I believe must keep some folks out but the lake is amazing.

          • Chris N.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Lake Dispersed
            Jul. 21, 2024

            Bowman Lake Dispersed

            Great Late Spring Escape

            This place was a slice of heaven, but only accessible by way of 4 x 4 with decent clearance. The trail will take you off road for quite some time , but it's well with the adventure. Traction boards and a winch could help you through unexpected obstacles and are recommended to have on hand, but you most likely won't need them. No running water, but there are restroom buildings, fire rings and bear boxes to use. Mosquitoes are abundant here. Don't forget your repellent. The lake is gorgeous, a great fishery, and there are plenty of inspirational views and solitude to be had.

          • LThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Grouse Ridge Campground
            Jun. 30, 2024

            Grouse Ridge Campground

            Amazing spot for a campground.

            The last five miles to get to this campground was narrow and rocky. Once we got to the campground, I realized narrow and rocky are okay. We were there last weekend in June and there was still snow on the ground. Woot! It was awesome. Quite a few sites there with fire rings, beat up, bear boxes that didn't open and picnic benches that were in bad shape. They had two pot toilets. This was a very busy campground. Lots of traffic on and out, I'm sure to beat the heat. It was 25 degrees cooler up there than in Sacramento. We loved this campground. I can't wait to go back.

          • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Lake Valley Rd Pullout
            May. 11, 2023

            Lake Valley Rd Pullout

            Everything covered in snow right now

            We were looking for an overnight spot in this area and checked out this listing but there's just still too much snow at this time. The weather isn't cold, but the snow plows have pushed all the snow off the road so that it's impossible to get to any pullouts or open dispersed camping areas.

            Roads are clear though, if you want to drive through and check it out.

            We actually had cell reception with Verizon and Att here, which surprised us.

            It's a beautiful area to come back to when the snow clears!

          • William J.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Lake Valley Rd Pullout
            Feb. 15, 2023

            Lake Valley Rd Pullout

            Don't Go In Winter.

            Got stuck for over a day trying to get to the site. Tow truck also got stuck. Would not recommend coming until spring.

          • Azizah T.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Loch Leven Lakes
            Sep. 21, 2021

            Loch Leven Lakes

            Quiet dispersed camping

            We backpacked up to the high loch levens lake where we found many available campsites. But also a lot of the nice view spots were occupied since we didn’t start our hike up early, we started at 5:30pm. The middle lake is very large and had many beautiful spots to camp. But we headed to the upper lake since a lot of day hikers go to the middle lake and don’t always pack out what they pack in. All the sites are very dispersed and you have so much privacy. We saw some people even camping on the boulders! It was very serene and quiet with very respectful campers. The trail up is a bit confusing if you don’t pay absolute attention to where you are going. You can find some orange markings or stacked rocks that help you stay on the path. Reaching our destination was amazing. We swam in the lake and napped in our hammocks. I will say that there was a lot of mosquitos. Even with bug spray I left with 7 bites. But, it’s the outdoors what do you expect? Overall very beautiful area to camp!



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