Howard's Gulch Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens in May 2026. Facilities typically open mid-May to late October depending on weather.
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
Howard's Gulch Campground is a quiet, tree-lined retreat set back from Highway 139 in the Modoc National Forest. This small campground offers a peaceful setting perfect for a weekend getaway or extended vacation. The campground features a short hiking trail for nature viewing and serves as one of several stops along the Basin and Range Birding Trail within the Modoc National Forest. The Highway 139 Auto Tour and Howard's Gulch Interpretive Sites are recent additions that enhance the educational and recreational value of this area. The Auto Tour begins just south of the campground on Howard's Gulch Frontage Road, providing visitors with opportunities to learn about the region's natural and cultural history. This is a first-come, first-served campground with vault toilets and no potable water, so campers should bring their own water supply. The campground typically operates from mid-May through late October, depending on weather and snow conditions. Sites accommodate small to mid-sized RVs and trailers, with picnic tables and fire pits at each site.
Directions
From Alturas travel west on Highway 299 past Canby to Highway 139. Turn north on Highway 139 and go 4 miles to the campground entrance on the left.
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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 | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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