Wells Cabin Campground
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations or fees. Campers must bring their own water. Road access may be limited during winter snow.
Wet weather trail closure in effect on Grindstone District
A wet weather closure is in effect for Stonyford OHV trails on the Grindstone Ranger District, as of 10am, Dec. 23. Trail closures go into effect when two inches of rainfall occur within a 24-hour period or when the soils are saturated.
Wet weather trail closure in effect on Upper Lake District
A wet weather closure will go in effect for OHV trails on the Upper Lake Ranger District, as of 8am on Dec. 20, 2025. Trail closures go into effect when two inches of rainfall occur within a 24-hour period or when the soils are saturated.
Stonyford Office Hours Changing
The Stonyford Office's visitor services hours are changing beginning Jan. 5, 2026. Starting next year, the office will be open from Monday-Friday and closed Saturday-Sunday. Office hours are 8:30-4pm with a lunch break 12-1pm.
M10 Road Construction
The M10 road will be closed Monday, Nov. 17- 20, 2025. Closure location is above Fouts Springs near Dixie Glade. Main impacts are to the Letts Lake basin on Grindstone Ranger District. Detour to get to Letts Lake is via the M5 and 17N02 Roads, high clearance vehicle recommended.
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.
Trail 3 on Grindstone closed due to slide
Trail 85303 (Trail 3) on the Grindstone Ranger District closed due to landslide: Trail 85303 is closed between Trail 85304 and M5 Road for public safety and to protect natural resources. Unstable soil, downed trees and a steep drop off make this trail unsafe for users.
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.
About
Wells Cabin Campground is a primitive, no-fee campground located in the remote high country of Mendocino National Forest in Tehama County. Situated at high elevation about 33 miles west of Paskenta, the campground offers beautiful mountain scenery and access to Anthony Peak Lookout, located approximately one mile away, which provides excellent views of the surrounding wilderness. The campground is not designed for RVs or trailers due to the narrow, winding forest roads and limited site development. Access requires traveling on Forest Road M-4 west from Paskenta to the junction with Road 23N69, then turning north for about 3 miles. The campground features basic amenities including picnic tables at all sites, fire rings, and vault toilets, but campers must bring their own water as none is available on-site. This is an ideal destination for tent campers and those seeking a quiet, primitive camping experience away from crowds. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees or reservations required. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Recent improvements include new signs and fire rings throughout the campground.
Directions
Located about 33 miles west of Paskenta. From Paskenta, take Road M-4 west to the junction with Road 23N69, then turn north for about 3 miles. From the west side, at Eel River Work Center, travel east on Forest Highway 7 to the road junction a short distance beyond Low Gap Guard Station, then turn north on the road to Anthony Peak.
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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 | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 934-3316 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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