Lakeview Dispersed Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No services or maintenance provided during winter months. Pack out all trash.
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
Lakeview Dispersed Campground is located in the Mendocino National Forest within the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument. This is a primitive dispersed camping area with no developed facilities or services. The site features six fire rings and ten picnic tables for visitor use, but all other amenities must be provided by campers themselves. As a dispersed camping area, there are no restrooms, potable water, trash collection, or host services. Visitors must pack out all trash and practice Leave No Trace principles. A spring-fed stream with a pipe is located approximately 2.6 miles east of the campground along the access road for those who can properly filter or treat water. The campground is accessible to those seeking a true primitive camping experience in the national forest. The area is not maintained during winter months, and access may be limited depending on weather conditions. Dispersed camping regulations apply, including staying at least 200 feet from water sources and trails. The Forest Service operates this site as first-come, first-served with no reservations.
Directions
From Lucerne, California, head north on High Valley Road for approximately 6 miles. The road is steep and may be challenging; a vehicle with higher clearance is recommended.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 934-3316 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Lakeview Dispersed Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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