Plaskett Meadows Campground
Open for camping. Fees of $10/night apply Memorial Day through Labor Day; off-season camping is free. First-come, first-served with scan-and-pay through recreation.gov or cash/check. 14-day stay limit within any 30-day period.
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.…
Temporary road closure on 16N21 Road
Forest Road 16N21 on Pitney Ridge in the Upper Lake Ranger District is temporarily closed for resource protection and to eliminate traffic incursions onto a contingency dozer line, which intersects with the road in multiple locations. Please see Exhibit A for a map of the road closure.
Logging traffic on Forest Highway 7
Forest Service contractors will be loading log decks from the Plaskett Keller Project and hauling them east on FH7 to the valley. Be prepared for traffic delays. Stay alert for logging crews near or on roads. And follow traffic signs along the haul route.
About
Plaskett Meadows Campground is a secluded, high-elevation destination in the Mendocino National Forest, located 36 miles northwest of Elk Creek on Forest Highway 7. The campground rests in a scenic area of mixed pine and fir trees at roughly 6,000 feet elevation, offering a cool retreat during summer months. The primary draw is the pair of small trout fishing lakes adjacent to the campground, each spanning three to four acres. Non-motorized boats are permitted, making it ideal for float tubes, canoes, and kayaks. Swimming is not recommended due to water conditions. The surrounding forest provides opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing. The campground was extensively restored and reopened in June 2025 following damage from the 2020 August Complex fire and subsequent winter storms. New fire rings, barriers, and signage were installed during the restoration. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings, with vault toilets and drinking water available throughout. The campground operates first-come, first-served; fees are $10 per night during the summer season (Memorial Day through Labor Day) with free camping during the off-season.
Directions
Located 36 miles northwest of Elk Creek and 15 miles east of Eel River Station on Forest Highway 7.
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 | $0 - $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 934-3316 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Plaskett Meadows Campground | |
| Mendocino NF Alerts |
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