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Facilities open as w...
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Very Pet Friendly
Price
Free
Booking
First-Come
Sites
Varies
Season
Facilities open as w...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Reservoir C Campground, Modoc National Forest
Birders, anglers, and hammock campers will get the most out of fall weekends here, when migration peaks, crowds thin out, and smoke season is over. The boat launch works for both motorized and non-motorized craft, and the well-spaced trees are purpose-built for stringing a hammoc
No potable water on-site means you're hauling everything from Alturas, nearly 20 miles out. If a resupply run mid-trip isn't in your plan, or you need hookups and running water at camp, this bare-bones setup won't work.
Reference information about Reservoir C Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>Close to the boat ramp and right on the water, campsites at Reservoir C are quiet, scenic and partly shaded.</p><p>A recommended spot for amateur astronomers; light pollution is non-existent.</p>
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Fall brings the most reliable conditions, with daytime highs around 45–65°F and nights dropping to 25–40°F. Waterfowl activity peaks during migration, and summer's insects and fire-season smoke typically clear out. The campground remains open through much of October, when visitor numbers drop significantly. Winter sees temperatures around 23°F with snowfall. Summer warms into the 80s°F, suitable for swimming and boating, though precipitation stays low year-round.
Described: 'Fall brings the most reliable conditions' and peak waterfowl migration.
Reservoir C Campground offers essential amenities but is minimalistic in its offerings. Restrooms are available on-site, and the area includes picnic tables and fire rings as mentioned by a user review. However, potable water is not available, and campers must bring their own supply. Garbage services are also not provided, requiring visitors to pack out all trash, including fish guts and dog droppings. Accessibility to the campground is via a well-worn dirt road that is described as being in good condition, allowing ease of entry.
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