Connectivity
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Campground
Fish Lake Campground
Six Rivers National Forest, California
About this campground
Fish Lake Campground lies on the shore of its beautiful namesake, on the Orleans Ranger District of Six Rivers National Forest.
Campers can hike a system of trails, including the Blue Lake, Red Lake and Fish Lake trails, all of which have trailheads in the campground.
Located about 1,780 feet above sea level, the campground is nestled in a mixed hardwood and conifer forest with fir and Port Orford cedar trees that provide low-level shade and friendly midsummer breezes.
Map
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- Latitude
- 41.264167° N
- Longitude
- 123.684444° W
Know before you arrive
Access, sites & campground features
Official facility and campsite inventory, supplemented by clearly marked community reports when the official listing does not publish the detail.
Access
- Drive-in
Site types
- Tent sites
- RV / trailer sites
- Standard campsites
Features
For campers
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Picnic table
- FiresUse only when the current order allows flame
- ADA access
- Trash serviceCommunity report
- Pets allowedDogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
- Reservable
For vehicles
- Electric hookups
- Pull-through sites
- Back-in sitesCommunity report
- Parallel parking sitesCommunity report
Official campground guide
Plan with the full campground details
Facility information, site rules, booking windows, and published rates. Source snapshot checked Oct 18, 2026.
Overview
Open mid-June through September. Campsite list calender is for the next reservable dates. Fish Lake Campground lies on the shore of its beautiful namesake, on the Orleans Ranger District of Six Rivers National Forest. Lily pads thrive on the lake, and Douglas fir and cedar trees provide ample shade and a secluded camping experience.
Facilities
Most sites are suitable for both tent and RV camping. Vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills are provided. Call 530-627-3291 to find out if drinking water is currently available.
Recreation
Canoeing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. The kayaking, whitewater rafting and fishing at the nearby Klamath, Trinity and Salmon Rivers is considered some of the best in northern California.
Campers can hike a system of trails, including the Blue Lake, Red Lake and Fish Lake trails, all of which have trailheads in the campground.
Visitors also enjoy fishing for trout, bluegill, and bass in the lake or explore native plants and wildlife throughout the lush region.
Natural Features
Located about 1,780 feet above sea level, the campground is nestled in a mixed hardwood and conifer forest with fir and Port Orford cedar trees that provide low-level shade and friendly midsummer breezes.
Fish Lake is believed to be the second-largest freshwater lake in California's Humboldt County. Some campsites offer sweeping lake views, while others are within a short walk of the water.
Nearby Attractions
Weitchpec, California, at the junction of State Highways 96 and 169, is located about 12 miles south of the campground. Yurok tribal offices, a community center, and a small grocery store and gas station are available.
Activities & amenities
What Recreation.gov or the campground’s official source specifically lists.
Available activities
- Swimming SiteSwimming
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Camping
- Biking
Amenities and facility features
- Vault or pit toilets
- Potable water
- Picnic tables
- Site fire ring or grillUse only when the current order allows flame
- Electric hookups
Recreation sites
Published inventory grouped by site type. Individual sites can have stricter limits.
Standard Non-Electric
24 sites- Reservation type
- Site-Specific
- Equipment
- Tent, Trailer
- Maximum people
- 8
- Maximum vehicles
- 2
- Maximum vehicle length
- 28 ft
- Check-in
- 2:30 PM
- Check-out
- 2:00 PM
- Accessible sites
- 3 flagged accessible
Site rules, inventory & rates
Facility rules, inventory procedures, and price seasons published by the official source.
Site rules
- Reservation cutoff
- 3 days before arrival
- Maximum published occupancy
- 8 people per site
- Maximum published vehicles
- 2 vehicles per site
- Check-in
- 2:30 PM
- Check-out
- 2:00 PM
- Food storage
- Fish Lake Campground's official facility record states: This is bear country; bear-resistant food storage containers are a must.
- Fire and stove use
- Fish Lake Campground's official facility record states: Vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills are provided.
- Pets
- Dogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
Inventory window
Recreation.gov publishes a rolling booking window. The dates below are the official snapshot captured for this catalog build.
- Currently bookable through
- Sep 30, 2026
- Next release
- Dec 15, 2026, 7:00 AM PST
- Next book-through date
- Jun 15, 2027
- Group sites bookable through
- Sep 30, 2027
Published seasons & rates
| Season | Site type | Nightly rate | Additional person | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak SeasonMay 26, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 | Standard Non-Electric | $10 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonJun 15, 2027 – Sep 30, 2027 | Standard Non-Electric | $10 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonJun 15, 2028 – Sep 30, 2028 | Standard Non-Electric | $10 | — | — |
Important facility notices
Read these with current closure and fire notices before departure.
- This is bear country; bear-resistant food storage containers are a must.
- No cellular signal available near the campground.
- Some campsites are not located exactly where they are depicted on this campsite map.
- Fees apply for additional vehicles.
- Additional parking is available at the day-use and boat ramp areas.
- The boat ramp is located before the campground entrance.
- Only non-motorized boats.
- There are no water, sewer or electric hookups.
- Click here to learn more about the Six Rivers National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
Getting there & contact
Official directions
From Orleans, California, take State Route 96 south for about 8 miles. Turn north on Bluff Creek Road and continue about 4.7 miles to Fish Lake Road. Turn right and continue almost 3 miles to the campground.
Facility contact
530-627-3291