Hemlock Campground is on the northeast the shore of 640-acre Medicine Lake. As the crow flies, Medicine Lake is 42 miles northeast of Weed and 10 miles southwest of Lava Beds National Monument. Those who make the circuitous drive to Medicine Lake are rewarded with enjoyable boating, fishing, and hiking. A forest of pine and fir surrounds the lake, which is in the crater of a collapsed volcano. Hemlock Campground is closest to the beach of launch ramp of the 4 campgrounds at Medicine Lake.
Hemlock Campground has 19 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Campsites have good shade from a pine and fir forest. Some campsites are lakeside and many have nice lake views. Stone firepits are found at many campsites. The campground has a 14 day limit.
| Hemlock Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Hemlock Campground Location: | Forest Service Road 49/Medicine Lake Road, off Road 15, off Highway 89 (32 miles from Highway 89 to Medicine Lake) |
| Map to Medicine Lake: | Medicine Lake Directions Map |
| Elevation: | 6,700 feet |
| Mileage from gateway city: | Redding - 119 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 19 |
| Camping Season: | Late May to mid-October, depending on weather |
| Max. People per Site: | 10 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Modoc National Forest |
| Modoc National Forest: | (530) 233-5811 |
| Reservations for Hemlock Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations Available | Reservations are available from 7 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 22 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | some accessible sites and facilities |
| Fees: | $14 per night |
| Reservations: | Medicine Lake Recreation Area Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Hemlock Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Attractions near Hemlock Campground: | Enjoy Medicine Lake with boat launch ramps and a beach. Join guided ranger tours in summer. Explore local hiking trails. Test your skills at fishing. Discover nearby ice caves. Visit Little Medicine Lake, Glass Mountain, and Lava Beds National Monument.
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Hemlock Campground at Medicine Lake
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
Hemlock Campground at Medicine Lake
Visitors to the nearby Lava Beds National Monument and the surrounding area enjoy a variety of attractions in the area, none more popular than the many lava tubes. The Visitor Center is only open in the summer.
Check Modoc National Forest - Medicine Lake Campground for any campground updates.
