Best camping near Lower Lake
18 campgrounds · 18 ranked · updated 2026-08-03 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Lower Lake, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 18 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Buck Island Campground
Good
9.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 101°F
Buck Island Campground is located in the Upper Cache watershed of California, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The campground is situated near…
Why 100: 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Ridge Campground
Good
9.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 94°F
Ridge Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California, offering a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides a serene and natural environment…
Why 100: 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Calso Campground
Good
9.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 94°F
Calso Campground is a first-come-first-serve camping area located in California's Eldorado National Forest. There are 12 campsites available, each with a picnic table and fire…
Why 100: 29 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Horse Camp
Good
9.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 94°F
Horse Camp is a popular camping area located in California. It offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The campground provides spacious campsites…
Why 100: 29 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Big Pines Camp Ground
Good
10.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 94°F
Big Pines Campground is a popular camping area located in California. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, the campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable…
Why 100: 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
pond
Good
10.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
The Pond camping area, located in California, offers a delightful camping experience with a range of amenities for visitors. This campground provides several amenities to enhance…
Why 100: 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Blue Oak Camp
Good
13.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Blue Oak Camp Campground is located in the Upper Cache watershed of California, surrounded by stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The area is known for its diverse…
Why 100: 25 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Blue Oaks
Good
13.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
The Blue Oaks Camping Area in California offers beautiful surrounding views of rolling hills and oak trees. Nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and mountain biking. The…
Why 100: 25 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Lower Bayview Campground
Good
17.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Lower Bayview Campground is located in the Humboldt Redwoods State Park, California. The campground is surrounded by lush redwood trees and scenic views of the Eel River. Nearby…
Why 100: 36 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Upper Bayview Campground
Good
17.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Upper Bayview Campground is a scenic camping spot located in Humboldt County, California. The campground offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding redwood…
Why 100: 36 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Kelsey Creek Campground
Good
17.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Kelsey Creek Campground, located in Clear Lake State Park, California, offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended, especially in peak…
Why 100: 36 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Cole Creek Campground
Good
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Cole Creek Campground is a picturesque camping area located in a serene natural setting in California. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 100: 36 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Hike Bike Campground
Good
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Hike Bike Campground, located in California, is a picturesque camping area with several amenities that cater to outdoor enthusiasts. The campground offers basic facilities such as…
Why 100: 36 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Lake view Dispersed Camping
Good
19.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Lake View Dispersed Camping is a picturesque camping area located in California. Situated in a serene natural setting, this campground provides a peaceful escape from the hustle…
Why 100: 34 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Cedar Creek OHV Dispersed - Knoxville RA
Good
9.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 94°F
Cedar Creek OHV Dispersed Knoxville RA Camping Area in California is a first-come-first-serve campground with 50 campsites available. The campground is located in a beautiful…
Why 85: 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Lower Lake
The Lower Lake area has 18 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Lower Lake
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.