Gray Pine Group Campground
Open — Open year-round and available by reservation only through Recreation.gov. A locked gate controls access; the combination is provided with your confirmation. Trail conditions may vary, and the road from the east on M10 requires a lightweight 4WD vehicle in some sections.
Partial road closure 22N11 Road
A partial road closure is in place on the 22N11 Road in the Covelo Ranger District. Location of the closure is shown on the map. The closure is for public safety after a road failure in the area has made vehicle travel unsafe and at risk of collapse without warning under the weight of a vehicle.…
Chico Seed Orchard Public Use and Access Closure
Pets must be on a leash. Fall/winter hours are 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. beginning November 1 - February 29. Spring/summer hours are 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. beginning March 1 - October 31. A closure is in effect outside of these hours.
M10 Road Construction
The M10 road has an active construction zone to repair a major slide, located above Fouts Springs near Dixie Glade. Depending on construction progress, there can be periods where the road is impassable, has traffic control stops, or is passable in high clearance vehicles. Main impacts to access are…
Road conditions
Please be advised that forest roads are NOT plowed or maintained in winter so driving conditions are hazardous, slippery, and may be impassable. Even with good snow tires and four-wheel drive, less than a foot of snow is enough to get a vehicle stuck! Snow and ice can be expected at higher…
Developed campground stay limits
Developed campground camping stay limits are in effect across the Mendocino National Forest through October 12, 2027. Visitors may camp in the same developed recreation campground for 14 days within any 30-day period but no more than 28 cumulative days in any 12-month period.
Dispersed camping stay limits
Dispersed camping stay limits are in effect across the Mendocino National Forest through Oct.8, 2027. The stay limits apply to developed campgrounds and dispersed camping locations. Visitors may camp in the same location outside a one-mile radius of a developed recreation site for 14 days within…
Trail 34 on Upper Lake District closed due to unsafe conditions
OHV Trail 34 is closed due to trail tread degradation and rutting that runs 300 feet down the trail. The trail is unsafe due to unstable soil, extremely muddy conditions and increased runoff.
Cedar Camp Campground Closure
Cedar Camp Campground is closed for public safety. Closure is in effect through 6/18/26.
About
Perched 1,700 feet above sea level in the expanse of the Mendocino National Forest, Gray Pine Group Campground is a beautiful recreation oasis designed specifically for large groups and parties. The campground can accommodate up to 75 guests comfortably and features excellent trailer space, making it ideal for groups traveling with RVs and toy haulers. The campground is situated within the 913,306 acres of Mendocino National Forest, California's only national forest not crossed by a paved road. The area offers diverse recreational opportunities including OHV trail riding, fishing, hunting, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing. Popular OHV riding trails are easily accessible from the campground, and the area experiences high off-highway vehicle use from October through June. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with visitors commonly spotting deer, birds, rabbits, chipmunks, and occasionally bears. The campground features tables, vault toilets, flip-top barbecues, and fire rings within a landscape of manzanita, brush, and gray pine trees. Access requires driving through a locked gate, with the combination provided upon reservation confirmation. The site is reservable year-round through Recreation.gov at $75 per night, with a 14-night maximum stay.
Directions
From the South: From Interstate 5 take Exit 586 for Maxwell Road. Travel west approximately nine miles to Sites. Turn right onto Sites-Ladoga Road and travel about 15 miles to Lodoga. Turn right at the junction, cross the bridge onto Ladoga-Stonyford Road and travel approximately eight miles to Stonyford. Turn left at the stop sign, drive two blocks north to Fouts Springs Road and turn left. Travel on Fouts Springs Road/Forest Road M10 for nine miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 18N03 towards Davis Flat and drive approximately 1/2 mile. Turn right at the locked gate for Gray Pine entrance. From the North: From Interstate 5 take Highway 162 West from Willows and travel 23 miles. Turn left onto County Road 306/Stonyford-Elk Creek Road and travel about 18 miles to Stonyford. Turn right onto Fouts Springs Road/Forest Road M10. After about nine miles turn right onto Forest Road 18N03 towards Davis Flat and drive approximately 1/2 mile. Turn right at the locked gate for Gray Pine entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sridenour@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 963-3128 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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