Schonchin Springs
Currently closed for the season and spring project work, including hazard tree removal in the Medicine Lake caldera. The area typically opens in early July and operates through October. First-come, first-served; no reservations.
Fire Weather Watch issued August 29 at 1:33PM PDT until August 31 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...In California...The Scott Valley in Fire weather zone 280, Fire weather zone 281, Fire weather zone 284 excepting the southeast portion of the zone, and Fire weather zone 285. In Oregon...Fire weather zone 624, excepting the Highway 97 corridor from Modoc Point to Chemult. * WIND...South winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph in the Scott Valley, and 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph in the Shasta Valley. Elsewhere, southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity 9 to 15 percent. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
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.…
About
Schonchin Springs Campground sits at approximately 6,700 feet elevation in the volcanic Medicine Lake Highlands of the Modoc National Forest. Located about a mile from Medicine Lake and the busier Headquarters Campground, it offers a quieter camping experience for those seeking solitude while still being close to the lake's fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities. The campground is suited for tent camping and small RVs. Each site comes equipped with a vault toilet, fire ring, picnic table, and barbecue grill. Campers should be prepared for a primitive experience: there is no potable water, no garbage service, and no cell phone coverage in the area. Bring all drinking, cooking, and washing water, plus extra water to properly extinguish campfires. All trash and dog waste must be packed out. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis at $10 per night, with a 14-day camping limit. Dogs are allowed on leash. The season typically runs from early July through late October, depending on weather and snow conditions.
Directions
From McCloud, go east on US Highway 89 for 16 miles to Forest Service Road 15 (Harris Spring Road). Turn left on Road 15 and go 4.4 miles to Forest Service Road 49 (Medicine Lake Road). Follow the signs 27.5 miles to Medicine Lake. Drive past the entrance to Headquarters Campground, take the first right, then the first left. Continue approximately 0.5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
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 | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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