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Campground · USDA Forest Service · Modoc National Forest Fees: No fee. Season: Facilities open as weather permits; usually early July to late October. Status: closed Reservations: Reservations are not accepted. All sites are first come, first served. Located in the scenic Medicine Lake Highlands, Payne Springs is surrounded by many attractions. This campground is adjacent to the Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway and the Lava Beds National Monument is located near by. It is a great place to visit and learn about the local geology and history. There is no drinking water. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site with fair road conditions getting to the sites. Rules: Water and garbage service are not provided. Bring enough water for drinking, cooking and washing as well as extra water to drown campfires each day. Please take all trash, garbage and dog droppings with you when you leave. Dogs on leash only. Please clean up after your dog. Camping limit 14 days. Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/modoc/recarea/?recid=71286 Source: USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.
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