Fish Lake
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FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

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Parking Parking
Restrooms Restrooms

Available sites

12 total sites

About Fish Lake Campground

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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Restrooms Restrooms
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

12 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 10, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 11, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 12, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 13, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 14, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 17, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 20, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 22, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 3, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 4, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 7, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night
⛺ 9, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$10
/ per night

Reviews (59)

What Guests Are Saying

Fish Lake Campground is a cherished destination for many families, known for its serene beauty and clean facilities, including well-maintained restrooms. While there is no potable water and some overgrown shrubbery, the campground offers spacious sites, beautiful lake views, and great fishing opportunities, particularly for trout. Visitors appreciate the remote location, though it can attract mosquitoes and occasional bear sightings, which adds to the adventure for some campers.

Review Summary

3.5
59 reviews
5
40.7%
24
4
22.0%
13
3
6.8%
4
2
10.2%
6
1
20.3%
12

Brad F

Verified

December 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Excellent campground. Quiet. Clean. Nice fire pits. Good fishing. There was an awesome Osprey bird that swooped down and caught trout each morning. Very fascinating to sit and watch. Also heard a big scary cat screaming (mating calls?) for a good while at night - keep your pups on a leash so they don't become a snack.

Brad F

Verified

December 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Excellent campground. Quiet. Clean. Nice fire pits. Good fishing. There was an awesome Osprey bird that swooped down and caught trout each morning. Very fascinating to sit and watch. Also heard a big scary cat screaming (mating calls?) for a good while at night - keep your pups on a leash so they don't become a snack.

Joseph F

Verified

December 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Great spot for tent camping. Remote location with few amenities - which is what we wanted. Large sites with plent of privacy. Nice hiking trail around the lake. Unfortunately, there is a fungus which is killing many of the trees., but the area remains beautiful. Some bear sightings but no problems. Overall -a very nice area for serious campers.

Joseph F

Verified

December 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Great spot for tent camping. Remote location with few amenities - which is what we wanted. Large sites with plent of privacy. Nice hiking trail around the lake. Unfortunately, there is a fungus which is killing many of the trees., but the area remains beautiful. Some bear sightings but no problems. Overall -a very nice area for serious campers.

Bryon H

Verified

January 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

1

There is no camp host. No Forest Service patrol. Curfew is not enforced. The day use area is abused. People drive vehicles past gate into no vehicle zone. Half burned trash is left in the fire rings for the next user to deal with. Forest Service has dropped the ball on what used to be a fantastic campground.

Bryon H

Verified

January 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

1

There is no camp host. No Forest Service patrol. Curfew is not enforced. The day use area is abused. People drive vehicles past gate into no vehicle zone. Half burned trash is left in the fire rings for the next user to deal with. Forest Service has dropped the ball on what used to be a fantastic campground.

Danielle B

Verified

January 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

Beautiful and remote but be careful due to this remote area it can also be dangerous

Danielle B

Verified

January 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

Beautiful and remote but be careful due to this remote area it can also be dangerous

Matthew L

Verified

July 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Great, isolated campsite located right on the lake. Lake itself is full of life. Bring a boat of any kind, or you will be disappointed you didn't! Campsite is shaded yet warm during the day, cool/cold at night (mid-Jun). Weather was sunny with no clouds entire trip. We stayed at site 13, classified a prime spot, which overlooks the lake and is private. Toilets were plentiful, clean and regularly checked. Running water taps are usually also located outside the toilets, as well as separated garbage disposal. Each site has a fire ring and a picnic bench table; there are no bear food storage lockers. Expect a very long and windy trip up, but you don't encounter much, if any, traffic. Make sure you bring everything you need, you can't just pop down the shops. There is absolutely no signal within an hour of the campsite, so make sure you cache a map or bring a physical one. Google maps does not have the roads mapped correctly, Apple Maps does. There is only one signpost for fish lake before you reach the site.

Matthew L

Verified

July 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: FISH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Great, isolated campsite located right on the lake. Lake itself is full of life. Bring a boat of any kind, or you will be disappointed you didn't! Campsite is shaded yet warm during the day, cool/cold at night (mid-Jun). Weather was sunny with no clouds entire trip. We stayed at site 13, classified a prime spot, which overlooks the lake and is private. Toilets were plentiful, clean and regularly checked. Running water taps are usually also located outside the toilets, as well as separated garbage disposal. Each site has a fire ring and a picnic bench table; there are no bear food storage lockers. Expect a very long and windy trip up, but you don't encounter much, if any, traffic. Make sure you bring everything you need, you can't just pop down the shops. There is absolutely no signal within an hour of the campsite, so make sure you cache a map or bring a physical one. Google maps does not have the roads mapped correctly, Apple Maps does. There is only one signpost for fish lake before you reach the site.

Location & Directions for Fish Lake Campground

Po Box 410, Orleans, CA 95556 United States

Elevation: 543 ft

Getting There

From Orleans, California, take State Route 96 south for about 8 mi. Turn north on Bluff Creek Road and continue about 4.7 mi to Fish Lake Road. Turn right and continue almost 3 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Orleans, CA - 39 mi

About over 1 hr (86 min) to downtown

Highway access

Fish Lake Campground is accessible via State Route 96, which is approximately 8 miles from Orleans, California.

Policies & Rules

General

  • 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.

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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