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Blue Lake Campground

Blue Lake Campground

Blue Lake Campground is located on a gentle slope above beautiful Blue Lake. Forty-Eight large and well spaced sites offer plenty of shade. A three-mile trail surrounds the lake with a paved section of trail along the east shore between the campground and the boat ramp. Assistance will be required for persons in wheelchairs.

  • Blue Lake Group Site

     

    Group site reservations must be made at least one day in advance though Recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777. At least three camp pads should be occupied on the first night. This site is not recommended for gatherings over 50 persons. Signs are posted at the entrance and the exit of the group site.

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General Information

Facilities open as weather permits; usually mid-May to late October.

America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes and Golden Age and Golden Access passes are accepted for half priced camping. Follow the instructions on the bulletin board located about half way around the outer circle of the campground or see the camp host.

Dogs shall remain on leash while in the campground. Please clean up after your dog. Camping limit 14 days.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $15 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per night
Group Site: $70 per night

Maximum of 2 vehicles per site. Group site: $70/night

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 41.143761

Longitude: -120.278988

Directions

From Alturas go south on US Hwy 395 to Likely, CA. Turn east on County Road 64/Jess Valley Rd and go 9 miles to Blue Lake Road. Turn right on Blue Lake Road and follow the signs approximately 8.5 more miles to the campground.
 

Parking

See camp host for instructions for parking additional vehicles.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

A day use area is located near the boat ramp at the north end of the lake.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated June 20th, 2025