Buckhorn
Closed — Closed through March 31, 2026 due to sanitation infrastructure issues.
From Recreation.gov
**Buckhorn Recreation Area Closure** The Buckhorn Recreation Area temporary closure will be extended through 31 March 2026 due to issues with sanitation infrastructure. We understand that the impacts of temporarily closing this facility will be felt by the public and apologize for any inconveniences. For more information, please call the Project Office at (530) 865-4781.
About
Buckhorn Recreation Area is situated on the northwestern shore of Black Butte Lake, approximately 100 miles north of Sacramento and 30 minutes south of Red Bluff in California's Sacramento Valley. The lake, formed in 1963 with the completion of Black Butte Dam on Stony Creek, covers 4,460 acres when water levels are high and features 40 miles of shoreline surrounded by black basalt buttes and blue oak woodland. The recreation area is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, offering opportunities for wakeboarding, sailing, and boating. Black Butte Lake is renowned for its warm-water fishing, with catches including crappie, channel catfish, and both large and smallmouth bass. The shoreline features 13 miles of fitness trails suitable for hiking, running, and biking. Nearby attractions include an 18-hole disc golf course accessible from across Orland Buttes Campground, horse trails at Grizzly Flat and Burris Creek, and the Mendocino National Forest to the east. The campground is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the Black Butte Lake recreation complex.
Directions
From Interstate 5, take the Black Butte Lake exit at Orland. Travel west on County Road 200/Newville Road for 12 miles. Turn left on Buckhorn Road and enter the Buckhorn Recreation Area.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18 - $200 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 150ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 150ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 865-4781 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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