East Creek Equestrian Campground
Opens seasonally as weather permits, usually late May to late October. East Creek Trail remains closed due to the Blue Fire, but Summit Trail is accessible via connector trail from Patterson Campground.
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
East Creek Equestrian Campground is the designated horse camping area for the South Warner Wilderness in Modoc National Forest. Horses are no longer permitted at Patterson Campground, making East Creek the primary staging point for wilderness pack trips. The campground provides essential equestrian amenities including 12x12 metal pipe corrals at each site and stock water for horses. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fireplace. The East Creek Trail is currently closed due to the Blue Fire, but a connector trail to Patterson Campground provides access to Summit Trail. Potable water is available on-site, though there are no restroom facilities. Campers must pack out all trash and waste. The campground is located at the end of a winding 8-mile stretch of County Road 64 past Blue Lake, accessible from Likely, California off Highway 395. The remote location and light usage make it ideal for those seeking solitude with their stock animals.
Directions
From Alturas, go south on US Highway 395 approximately 18 miles to Likely, CA. Turn east on County Road 64/Jess Valley Road and go 3.2 miles to Blue Lake Road. Turn right on Blue Lake Road/County Road 64 and continue approximately 7 miles to the turnoff for Blue Lake. Turn left and stay on County Road 64 (instead of turning right to Blue Lake) and continue 8 more miles on a winding road to Patterson Campground and Guard Station. From Patterson, go west 0.7 miles to East Creek Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| 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
| East Creek Campground - Modoc NF | |
| Modoc NF Alerts |
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