Stough Reservoir Campground
Reported open. Checked 2026-08-05.
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageStough Reservoir Campground
Stough Reservoir Campground is only one mile off Hwy 299 on a gravel road. At 6,200 feet it provides relief from the heat of the valleys on either side. Small trailers and motorhomes will find access and turnarounds manageable. The reservoir is small but is kept stocked by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Campsites sit away from the shore with nice views of the reservoir. Stough Reservoir is Number 4 on the Basin & Range Birding Trail. Bring you camera and binoculars and expect to see Prairie Falcons, Rufous Hummingbirds and Wild Turkeys.
Before you go
Season
Facilities open as weather permits; usually mid-May to late October.
Reservations
First-come, first-served
Fees
$15/single campsite per day with a maximum of 2 vehicles.
Restrictions
Dogs on leash only. Please clean up after your dog. Camping limit 14 days.
Scenic drives that pass close
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