Cave Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Facilities typically open early July through late October, weather permitting.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Forest Fire Restrictions
There are No current Fire restrictions in placeFire Restrictions Have Been Lifted on the Modoc National Forest on September 28, 2025 - Fall is here, and cooler weather conditions have allowed the Modoc National Forest fire restrictions were lifted at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, September 28, 2025. This…
About
Cave Lake Campground sits in the remote Warner Mountain Ranger District of Modoc National Forest, offering a quiet escape in California's northeastern corner. This lightly used campground is ideal for campers seeking solitude away from more popular destinations. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets and fire rings at each site, but visitors must bring their own water as none is available on-site. With a two-vehicle maximum per site and additional vehicle fees, the campground accommodates various camping setups. The area sees its busiest use during fall deer hunting season, but otherwise remains a peaceful retreat. The surrounding high desert landscape sits at approximately 5,000 feet elevation, offering access to the diverse terrain of the Modoc National Forest. Campers should be prepared for self-sufficient camping and must pack out all trash, as no garbage service is provided.
Directions
From Lakeview, Oregon, travel south 14 miles on US Highway 395 into California to County Road 2. Turn east on County Road 2 and continue 7 miles to the campground. From Alturas, travel north on US Highway 395 approximately 38 miles to County Road 2, then turn east and continue 7 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 233-5811 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Cave Lake Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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