Three Prong Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees. Winter access may be limited due to snow at 5,800 feet elevation. No reservations available.
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
Three Prong Campground sits at 5,800 feet elevation in the Mendocino National Forest, approximately 25 miles west of Paskenta and 60 miles west of Red Bluff. The campground is nestled among fir and pine trees along the edge of a large meadow, offering a serene mountain environment for campers seeking solitude in a natural setting. This primitive campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system and no fees. The remote location and elevation mean that access may be limited during winter months when snow closes forest roads. Campers should be prepared for primitive conditions, as there is no potable water available on-site. Vault toilets and picnic tables are provided at the campsites. The campground is accessed via forest roads M-2, 24N01, and 24N13, which may not be suitable for trailers or large RVs depending on conditions. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The surrounding area offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and experiencing the quiet beauty of California's North Coast Range mountains.
Directions
From Paskenta, take Road M-2 west to Road 24N01, then turn right on Road 24N13 to the campground. Located 25 miles west of Paskenta and 60 miles west of Red Bluff.
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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 |
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