Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca)

Modoc National Forest — lakeside

Location: CEDARVILLE, CA, CA

Price: From $70 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: Late May through September

The Blue Lake Campground is situated in the beautiful South Warner Mountains of the Modoc National Forest in a tranquil and remote area of northeastern California. Blue Lake was formed from a massive landslide several thousand years ago. Over time, the land filled up with water from snow melt and rain where blue lake is today.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/blue-lake-campground-group-site-modoc-nf-ca to be notified when sites open up.

Blue Lake Campground offers a remote setting in the scenic South Warner Mountains of Modoc National Forest with a strikingly deep blue lake formed from ancient landslide activity. The lake remains ice cold year-round and provides excellent fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, American Beavers, North American River Otters, Mule Deer, Mountain Bluebirds, Song Sparrows, and Canada Geese have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca): Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available Access via Forest Service Road 64 (Jess Valley Road) from Likley, CA heading east approximately 8 miles

Skip Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) if: You need RV hookups. You're planning to visit outside late May through September. You require camping facilities during winter months due to seasonal closures.

Best time to visit Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca): Late May-September — Official operating season as verified by campground data.

Nearby campgrounds: Patterson Guard Station (Alturas, CA), Aspen Grove Campground (Ca) (Susanville, CA), West Eagle Campground (Susanville, CA), Christie Campground (SUSANVILLE, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca)

Cell signal at Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) (CEDARVILLE, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca)

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CEDARVILLE, CA, CA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $70/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Blue Lake Campground is situated in the beautiful South Warner Mountains of the Modoc National Forest in a tranquil and remote area of northeastern California. Blue Lake was formed from a massive landslide several thousand years ago. Over time, the land filled up with water from snow melt and rain where blue lake is today.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonLate May through September
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups✕ You're planning to visit outside late May through September✕ You require camping facilities during winter months due to seasonal closures

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

Access via Forest Service Road 64 (Jess Valley Road) from Likley, CA heading east approximately 8 miles

Best: Late May-September

Official operating season as verified by campground data

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Bald Eagles, American Beavers, North American River Otters, Mule Deer, Mountain Bluebirds, Song Sparrows, and Canada Geese have been documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

Head east from Likley, CA toward the Warner Mountains on Forest Service Road 64 (AKA the "Jess Valley Road") for approximately 8 miles. Take a right/south at the fork in the road towards Blue Lake Campground (still Road 64). You will drive about 7 miles on this road. The turn-off to Blue Lake Campground will be on your right. The campground is about 2 miles from the turn-off. The campground is a one-way loop with the Group Site being at the upper end of the loop adjacent from the Camp Host site

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Modoc National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Modoc National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) cost per night?+
Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) costs $70 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) open?+
Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) is open Late May through September. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca)?+
Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca)?+
Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) open, and what are check-in times?+
Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc Nf (Ca) is open Late May through September. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$70 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonLate May through September
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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