Warning
GeneralATTN: The Annual Pit River Tribal Gathering will occur from July 15th to July 21st; during this timeframe all sites in the Medicine and Hogue Loops will be closed to the public, of the remaining loops in the Medicine Lake Recreation Area, few can accommodate large RVs.
About Medicine Lake Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 16
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Reviews (94)
What Guests Are Saying
Medicine Lake Recreation Area is a cherished destination known for its clean, beautiful lake and friendly atmosphere, making it ideal for family reunions and camping. The spacious, well-maintained campgrounds offer excellent fishing, hiking, and stargazing opportunities, providing a perfect escape into nature. While remote and lacking some amenities, the peaceful environment and friendly fellow campers enhance the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Medicine Lake Recreation Area is a cherished destination known for its clean, beautiful lake and friendly atmosphere, making it ideal for family reunions and camping. The spacious, well-maintained campgrounds offer excellent fishing, hiking, and stargazing opportunities, providing a perfect escape into nature. While remote and lacking some amenities, the peaceful environment and friendly fellow campers enhance the overall experience.
Review Summary
Mike R
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: A.H. Hogue Campground
went there to honor my late wife
Mike R
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: A.H. Hogue Campground
went there to honor my late wife
Robin J
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: A.H. Hogue Campground
Northern California is beautiful!
Jerry P
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Medicine Campground
They supposedly have a rule about keeping your dog on a leash at all times. It's on posted three different signs coming into the camp grounds. That being said most every one let their dogs run wild. Dogs barking 24-7, running in and out of our camp , once even eating some of our food. In the ten days we stayed a ranger came through camp once. When I told him about the dogs he said that other people had complained and said he would see about it. Nothing ever happened about it. Don't get me wrong I love dogs , I have one myself but I would never let my dog run amuck and ruin somebody's trip. If I hadn't paid in advance I would have left. Please be considerate of others. It's not all about you. KEEP YOUR DOGS UNDER CONTROL.
Robin J
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: A.H. Hogue Campground
Northern California is beautiful!
Jerry P
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Medicine Campground
They supposedly have a rule about keeping your dog on a leash at all times. It's on posted three different signs coming into the camp grounds. That being said most every one let their dogs run wild. Dogs barking 24-7, running in and out of our camp , once even eating some of our food. In the ten days we stayed a ranger came through camp once. When I told him about the dogs he said that other people had complained and said he would see about it. Nothing ever happened about it. Don't get me wrong I love dogs , I have one myself but I would never let my dog run amuck and ruin somebody's trip. If I hadn't paid in advance I would have left. Please be considerate of others. It's not all about you. KEEP YOUR DOGS UNDER CONTROL.
bernice m
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Medicine Campground
Love this camping spot. Close to the lava beds not far from home. Beautiful lake!
bernice m
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Medicine Campground
Love this camping spot. Close to the lava beds not far from home. Beautiful lake!
Jill M
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: A.H. Hogue Campground
It was such a beautiful campground! We really loved our huge spot and the fact that there was nearly nobody there -apparently there had been a large group filling the campground just a day before our arrival. We marveled at all the little frogs apparently migrating along the shore clockwise around the lake. We also were really happy for the free wood we collected and it was easy to get to and plentiful. The weather was perfect and after four days in Lassen at the Lake Manzanita campground, we were seeking solitude. The hike toward the glass mountain lava flow was right across the street and we could have hiked further but it was getting dark. We went to the Lava Beds and hope to go there again in the future. I read complaints regarding the campground near the Lava Beds not having much shade and I absolutely recommend Medicine Lake instead! We plan to return with kayaks and to select a campsite closer to the water next time so we can more fully enjoy the beauty of Medicine Lake and to go to Glass Mountain and do the hike there.
Jill M
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: A.H. Hogue Campground
It was such a beautiful campground! We really loved our huge spot and the fact that there was nearly nobody there -apparently there had been a large group filling the campground just a day before our arrival. We marveled at all the little frogs apparently migrating along the shore clockwise around the lake. We also were really happy for the free wood we collected and it was easy to get to and plentiful. The weather was perfect and after four days in Lassen at the Lake Manzanita campground, we were seeking solitude. The hike toward the glass mountain lava flow was right across the street and we could have hiked further but it was getting dark. We went to the Lava Beds and hope to go there again in the future. I read complaints regarding the campground near the Lava Beds not having much shade and I absolutely recommend Medicine Lake instead! We plan to return with kayaks and to select a campsite closer to the water next time so we can more fully enjoy the beauty of Medicine Lake and to go to Glass Mountain and do the hike there.
Location Medicine Lake Recreation Area
Address:
Modoc National Forest
Tulelake, CA, 96134
United States
From McCloud go east on US Hwy 89 south for 16 miles to Forest Service Road 15/Harris Spring Rd. Turn left on Road 15 and go 4.4 miles to Forest Service Road 49/Medicine Lake Road. Follow the signs 27.5 miles to Medicine Lake. From Tulelake take US Hwy 139 south for 21 miles to Forest Service Road 97. Turn right on Road 97 and go 24 miles turning right on Road 49. Drive 2 more miles turning left into the entrance of Medicine Lake Recreation Area. Follow the signs to your final campground destination.
Medicine Lake Recreation Area is accessible via US Highway 89 to the east and US Highway 139 to the south, both within close proximity.
Latitude & Longitude: 41.5858 / -121.586
Elevation: 2065 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralATTN: The Annual Pit River Tribal Gathering will occur from July 15th to July 21st; during this timeframe all sites in the Medicine and Hogue Loops will be closed to the public, of the remaining loops in the Medicine Lake Recreation Area, few can accommodate large RVs.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
