Modoc National Forest

Medicine Campground

Located in the Medicine Lake Highlands this is one of several small campgrounds located on the shores of Medicine Lake.

Getting There: From the junction of Highway 139, and  Co. Rd. 97. Go approx. 18.5 more miles west on Co. Rd. 97  to Forest Service Road 44N75 and turn right, then go 1 mile to Forest Service Road 44N38 and go 0.5 more miles. Turn right and follow signs to Medicine Lake  Campground.

Elevation: 6,700 feet above sea level

Season: Generally July - October

Facilities:

• RV and tent units available with parking pull outs <30 feet.
• Picnic tables and fire pits at each site.
• Vault toilets
• Potable water
• 14 day stay limit
• Good road conditions.

Fees: $7.00/vehicle

Local Attractions and Activities:

• Fishing is usually very good in Medicine Lake
• Boating: Boating is available.
• Swimming beach: is available but no life guard is available.
• Picnic Area: is located on the east shore of Medicine Lake
• Water Skiing: is permitted during specified times.
• Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway: The campground is located adjacent to the Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway.
• Auto Tour Loop: Take a auto tour of the surrounding area to Lava Beds National Monument, Tulelake, Newell, and Tionesta.
• Modc Backcountry Discovery Trail: If you have a sports utility vehicle take a trip along the Modoc Back Country Discovery Trail.
• Lava Beds National Monument: is a great place to visit and learn about the local geology and history.
• Little Mount Hoffman Lookout Tower: located west of medicine lake provides an excellent overview of the Medicine Lake Highlands and Mount Shasta.

Services:

The nearest convenience store and gasoline is located in Tionesta, California. The nearest town with services is  Tulelake, California. The nearest 24 hour service and hospital are located in the town of Klamath Falls, Oregon.