Letts Lake Campground
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. Main season runs Memorial Day through Labor Day with full services including potable water. Off-season sites available at reduced rates but services may be limited.
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
Letts Lake Campground is a popular destination in Mendocino National Forest, featuring 42 campsites divided into four loops: Main Letts, Saddle Camp, Spillway, and Stirrup. The campground surrounds a scenic 35-acre lake nestled among mixed conifers at elevation, offering opportunities for trout fishing, swimming, and non-motorized boating. The facility includes an accessible one-mile lakeside trail and a fully accessible fishing pier, making it welcoming for visitors of all abilities. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring, with many sites offering lake views and good privacy. Vault toilets are located throughout the campground, and potable water is available during the main season from Memorial Day through Labor Day. This first-come, first-served campground operates year-round, though winter access may be limited by snow and road conditions. The campground is located 19 miles west of Stonyford in a remote area with limited cell service. Visitors can pay on-site using cash or the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan & Pay feature. The Big Springs Picnic Area is located across the lake, and the nearby Fouts Springs OHV area provides additional recreation opportunities.
Directions
Located 19 miles west of Stonyford via M10 Road.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $6 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sm.fs.mendopao@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 963-3128 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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