Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Tulelake, CA has a lot to offer. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Tulelake is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Tulelake, CA. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
"We love coming to the TuleLake Fairgrounds. It has 30/50 Amp electricity and full hook ups. It is right off of Hwy 395 and very peaceful and quiet. Close to the wildlife refuges."
"* Clean, clean bathrooms and laundry room (I observed them cleaning on a regular schedule)
- Easy access from highway
- Lots of road noise and bright lights all night
- Cramped spaces (they"
"Great campground tucked in the middle of town, conveniently close to pretty much anything you could possibly need."
"There was greenery and living trees all around and it made for such a nicer environment. On Sunday, the area was completely silent, except for birds chirping."
"Coming in you drive a paved rd for 9 miles and then a well groomed dirt rd for 1/2 a mile. There’s 2 spots that would fit our 32’ 5th wheel. Not sure about further up this rd as we stopped here."
"I don’t know who’s adding these dispersed camping spots on The Dyrt (as there are no reviews or any additional info other than the location) but it’s much appreciated."
"Another one of these Dyrt campsites with zero info other than the location- thank you to whoever is adding these."
$10 / night
"The camp sites are a bit close, but the location is surprisingly not frequented often from what I’ve noticed. There is a boat launch, and other areas where you can simply fish off the banks."
"Mature trees and right next to the water. So quiet all we heard were birds"
"This campsite is nestled in the forest away from the highway. It has cabins, RV, and tent camping available. There is a new playground for children. When you stay, a free shower is included."
"Easy, close drive to Lava Beds National park"
$20 - $35 / night
"Great proximity to Lava Beds National Monument.
Will definitely put this on our list if we pass through again."
"This place is out of the way a little from the main highway. However, friendly staff and clean bathrooms and showers."
TravelerWe didn’t spend the night, only stopped for a few hours to make dinner and stretch out legs. They have designated pet relief areas, lots of signs that say “no pets” on all other areas of grass. Super clean, lots of space, you have road noise but that’s a given.
GuideMultiple bathrooms, clean spaces with plenty of space, a shower, beautiful lake, and cell phone service! Went over the weekend and they have free live music at the lodge! Family and pet friendly really doesn’t get any better than this for $25 a night.
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.
RangerWe love coming to the TuleLake Fairgrounds. It has 30/50 Amp electricity and full hook ups. It is right off of Hwy 395 and very peaceful and quiet. Close to the wildlife refuges. If you have Passport America, you get half off the $36.00 night fee.
LegendWhether you come by yourself, spouse, pet or kids, this place has it all! Basketball area, exercise, ping pong, canoe, pontoon, trampoline and more! Word has it, they're making an area for a BATTING CAGE! What RV resort have you ever heard of with that?!
GuideThere is no camping here, its strictly a parking lot used for bathroom use, rest area, or use of seasonal trails. If you use the trails and leave your vehicle for a long period, you must have a permit otherwise an officer will give you a ticket. There is an area to let pets out off leash and occasional pond between seasons.
TravelerRoad side area, gravel surface. Step entry off road. Creek side good for stop over. State land.
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.
LegendAs a native Californian I’m pretty ashamed I hadn’t explored Modoc much prior to this recent experience. It’s right up there with neighboring national forests in both California and Oregon in terms of its beauty but it’s vastly underrated.
“Located in the scenic Medicine Lake Highlands, Payne Springs is surrounded by many attractions. This campground is adjacent to the Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway and the Lava Beds National Monument is located near by. It is a great place to visit and learn about the local geology and history. There is no drinking water. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site with fair road conditions getting to the sites.”
First come first serve.
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