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.
Stonyford Office Hours Temporary Change
Starting Jan. 19, the Stonyford Office will be open to the public on Thursdays and Fridays only. Our regular Monday-Friday schedule will resume on Feb. 9.
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!
Chico Seed Orchard pedestrian access
The pedestrian gate is broken so access is limited to the drive-through gate. The drive-through gate is accessible Monday - Friday from 7am-3pm, except on federal holidays. The orchard is closed to the public outside of these hours until the pedestrian gate can be restored.
M10 Road Construction
The M10 road will be closed Monday, Nov. 17- 20, 2025. Closure location is above Fouts Springs near Dixie Glade. Main impacts are to the Letts Lake basin on Grindstone Ranger District. Detour to get to Letts Lake is via the M5 and 17N02 Roads, high clearance vehicle recommended.
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.
Trail 3 on Grindstone closed due to slide
Trail 85303 (Trail 3) on the Grindstone Ranger District closed due to landslide: Trail 85303 is closed between Trail 85304 and M5 Road for public safety and to protect natural resources. Unstable soil, downed trees and a steep drop off make this trail unsafe for users.
Cedar Camp Campground Closure
Cedar Camp Campground is closed for public safety. Closure is in effect through 6/18/26.
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 Nov. 1. Spring/summer hours are 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. A closure is in effect outside of these hours.
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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