Sugar Spring Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Campers must bring their own water, as none is available on-site.
Partial road closure 22N11 Road
A partial road closure is in place on the 22N11 Road in the Covelo Ranger District. Location of the closure is shown on the map. The closure is for public safety after a road failure in the area has made vehicle travel unsafe and at risk of collapse without warning under the weight of a vehicle.…
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 November 1 - February 29. Spring/summer hours are 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. beginning March 1 - October 31. A closure is in effect outside of these hours.
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…
Developed campground stay limits
Developed campground camping stay limits are in effect across the Mendocino National Forest through October 12, 2027. Visitors may camp in the same developed recreation campground for 14 days within any 30-day period but no more than 28 cumulative days in any 12-month period.
Dispersed camping stay limits
Dispersed camping stay limits are in effect across the Mendocino National Forest through Oct.8, 2027. The stay limits apply to developed campgrounds and dispersed camping locations. Visitors may camp in the same location outside a one-mile radius of a developed recreation site for 14 days within…
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.
About
Sugar Spring Campground is a quiet, primitive campground situated on the north side of Thomes Creek within Mendocino National Forest in Tehama County. This small, remote campground offers just two campsites nestled among thick forest trees, making it an ideal destination for campers seeking solitude and a true backcountry experience. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring, providing basic amenities for tent camping or small trailers. A vault toilet is available on-site, but campers must bring their own water as no potable water is available. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees required, offering an affordable option for forest camping. Access to Sugar Spring Campground requires travel on forest roads, with the campground located approximately 26 miles west of Paskenta via Round Valley Road and Forest Routes 23N02 and M4. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and pets are allowed but must be kept on leash.
Directions
From Paskenta, head west on Round Valley Road. After 7 miles, take a slight right to stay on Round Valley Road. Continue straight onto Forest Route M4/Forest Route 23N02. In 11 miles, take a slight right onto Forest Route 23N02. In 5 miles, turn right onto Forest Route M4. In 3 miles, the campground will be on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| 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
| Sugar Spring Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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