Vee Lake Trailhead/Campground
Open — Open with reduced services from October 16 through May 14. Full services available May 15 through October 15.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 21 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants within the valleys in Klamath and Lake County. * WHERE...The valleys of Klamath and Lake counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Fremont-Winema National Forest 14 Day Stay Limit
Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50 (a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited upon all lands, roads, and trails administered by the Fremont-Winema National Forest as described in this order.
Air Quality Alert issued January 17 at 5:41PM PST by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Pollution Advisory...in effect until noon PST Tuesday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: - Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. - Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. - People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. - Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. - Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke if possible. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
About
Vee Lake Trailhead/Campground is a small, primitive facility located in the Warner Mountains of Fremont-Winema National Forest, serving as the southern terminus of the Fremont National Recreation Trail #160. Situated one hour 15 minutes northeast of Lakeview, Oregon, the site sits on the edge of the high desert with views overlooking Hart Mountain National Wildlife Refuge. The campground offers just two campsites with one vault toilet, maintained during the open season from mid-May through mid-October. No fees are required and no drinking water is available, so visitors must bring their own. The surrounding mixed forest features ponderosa pine, white fir, and stands of aspen. Vee Lake itself is a small but unique lake, stocked with rainbow trout, and features an earthen, man-made dam that visitors can walk across. The lake has a launch suitable for electric motorboats and canoes. The trailhead provides access to the southern segment of the Fremont National Recreation Trail, offering opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking in a lightly-used area of the national forest.
Directions
From Lakeview, OR, take US 395 north toward Paisley approximately 6.3 miles to Highway 140 East (Warner Highway). Turn right heading towards Adel, go approximately 8.0 miles to Forest Road 3615. Turn left and continue north approximately 12.7 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 3616 and continue approximately 8.5 miles to the campground at the end of the road.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 947-6300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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