California · published-coordinate region
Fish Lake Campground
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USDA Forest Service24Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
24Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
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.
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.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.
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.
Full operator-supplied campground description · Scroll within the panel for more · Amenities may be shared by the campground, not present at every site
How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 24 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
24
Vehicle limit
24
Vehicle length
23
Driveway entry
24
Shade
24
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
24
Operator 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.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
24 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 24 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Trailer: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 10 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-14 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 16 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 16 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 19 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 12 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 13 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 29 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 14 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 19 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 15 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 23 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 16 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 17 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 18 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 21 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 19 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 23 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 2 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 18 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 19 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 20 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 18 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 18 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 21 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 22 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 23 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 21 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 21 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 24 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 21 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 3 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 18 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 19 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 4 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 23 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 5 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 23 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 6 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 7 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 8 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-02 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 19 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 19 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 9 FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-14 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 29 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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