Summary
Campers must follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste. There are no toilets, water, picnic tables, fire rings, or RV access; fires may be restricted seasonally, so check for permits or fire bans. Accessible only by boat, this remote lakeside setting offers peaceful solitude, scenic views of forested coves, and prime fishing and swimming. Nearby, the Jones Valley Boat Ramp provides lake access. Best visited in spring or early summer when water levels are higher and temperatures are moderate.
Nearby Campgrounds
Jones Valley Inlet Shoreline Campground
Upper Jones Valley Campground
Jones Valley (Upper)
Lower Jones Valley Campground
Jones Valley (Lower)
Mariners Point Shoreline Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Anderson-Cottonwood Id Cn At Sharon St Redding Ca
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41cfs |
Sacramento R A Keswick Ca
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3920cfs |
Cow C Nr Millville Ca
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133cfs |
Sacramento R A Delta Ca
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426cfs |
Clear C Nr Igo Ca
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263cfs |
Battle C Bl Coleman Fish Hatchery Nr Cottonwood Ca
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262cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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MISSION RIDGE SNOW PILLOW
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11" |
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NOHRSC SLATE CREEK
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1" |
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HIGHLANDS LAKES
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14" |
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STOUTS MEADOW GOES
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99" |
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MUMBO BASIN RAWS
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95" |
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NOHRSC RED ROCK MOUNTAIN
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113" |
NorthRidge Gardens park
Minder Park
Riverfront Park