South Fork Campground - Mendocino National Forest
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment available via Scan & Pay using the Recreation.gov mobile app.
Wet weather trail closure in EFFECT on Upper Lake District
A wet weather closure for OHV trails on the Upper Lake Ranger District is in effect as of 12am Feb. 17, 2026. Wet weather trail closures are lifted after 48 hours of no precipitation.
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…
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.
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.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 11:40AM PST until February 19 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow with additional snow accumulations up to 1 foot between 1000 and 3000 feet, 2 to 3 feet above 3000 feet, and up to 4 feet at peaks. Light snowfall accumulations up to 2 inches below 1000 feet in Shasta and Tehama Counties. Winds gusting as high 45 to 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Northern California, now including elevations below 1000 ft in Shasta and Tehama Counties * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous to near impossible travel conditions with chain controls and road closures. Additional power outages from downed trees and power lines. Low visibility due to a combination of gusty wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels remain around 1500 to 2500 feet through Thursday in the Sierra Foothills with potential to see snow levels as low as 1000 feet. Snow levels potentially down to 300 feet along the southern Cascades, Shasta County, and Tehama County in the morning hours.
About
South Fork Campground is a rustic camping area located along the South Fork of Stony Creek in the Grindstone District of Mendocino National Forest. The campground consists of two large camping areas equipped with 10 picnic tables and fire rings set among an open grove of oak trees adjacent to a year-round stream. The campground is particularly popular with off-highway vehicle enthusiasts, offering direct access to the extensive OHV trail system in the area. Nearby attractions include Davis Flat and Fouts Campgrounds, as well as the Bathhouse Trailhead. Stream fishing is popular during winter and early spring when the creek is in full flow. The campground can accommodate trailers up to 30 feet and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with payment available via the Scan & Pay QR code system through the Recreation.gov mobile app. Located 9.5 miles west of Stonyford on Road 18N03, this campground offers a more primitive experience with vault toilets and drinking water available from faucets.
Directions
Located 9.5 miles west of Stonyford on Road 18N03.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 963-3128 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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