Fuller Grove Campground

Fuller Grove Campground at Lake Pillsbury in the Mendocino National Forest is operated by the Pacific Gas and Electric Corporation. Signs for the turn into the campground are hard to see when approaching from the south. The campground is situated among the trees on the northwestern shore of Lake Pillsbury, a short distance back from the water.

Notice: Due to area waterways recently infested with invasive, harmful mussels, PG&E has closed Pillsbury Lake to all motorized watercrafts. At this time, non-motorized watercraft, such as kayaks and paddleboards, are also still allowed. Please CLEAN, DRAIN, and DRY all non-motorized vessels prior to launching in the reservoir.

Lake Pillsbury, the largest lake in the Mendocino National Forest, is popular for fishing, swimming, and boating. A boat launch ramp is nearby.

Fuller Grove Campground has 30 sites which can accommodate tents or small RVs or trailers (up to 22 feet). Six are double sites. Many sites have lake views. Reservations for the family sites are not yet available, but the reservation website provides good information about each campsite. Check link below. There is also a Group Campsite included in the campground.

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Fuller Grove Campground Basics
Fuller Grove Campground Location:	Off Simmons Road at Lake Pillsbury, 24 miles north of Highway 20 via Potter Valley Rd., Eel River Rd., and Elk Mountain Rd. For some route finding tips, see Directions below.
Elevation:	1,900 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city:	Santa Rosa - 95 miles, 2:08
Number of Sites:	30
Camping Season:	Open mid-April through mid-September, depending on weather
Max. People per Site:	6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site:	2 ($5 fee per night for 2nd vehicle)
Pets:	on leash, always attended, $2 per pet per night, maximum of 2
Operated by	Pacific Gas and Electric
PG&E:	(916) 386-5164 or Upper Lake Ranger District at (707) 275-2361

Reservations at Fuller Grove Campground
Reservations Available (soon?):	Fuller Grove Campground reservations become available in April.
Booking Window:	See PG&E's Reservation Information below
Maximum RV/trailer Length:	22 feet
Accessible Sites:	None designated
Fees:	$16 per night (pets $2 per night) Group campsite $145
Reservations:	Fuller Grove Campground Reservations $8 reservation fee
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 11:00 AM

Fuller Grove Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, food locker, grill, fire ring; no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, tap water
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Fuller Grove Campground:	Enjoy fishing and boating at Lake Pillsbury. Visit Lake Pillsbury Resort for its swim beach, marina, and boat rentals. Find nearby boat launch ramps. Enjoy hiking trails. Explore the Snow Mountain Wilderness and Bloody Rock historic area. Watch for tule elk. Shop Amazon for: Trout Fishing Best Sellers
Updates	Last Updated January 2025

Directions to Lake Pillsbury Camping

Once you have made the turn at Potter Valley, signs become scarce. Four miles beyond Potter's Valley the road suddenly splits, either road looking as likely as the other, and no sign to indicate which way to go. Actuslly either way works. Left is more gradual. The two roads meet again at the bottom of the hill.

After crossing a bridge over the Eel River, turn right. (Again, no signs to Lake Pillsbury). The next dozen miles are on gravel road high on the north side of the Eel River. The road on the south side of the river is filled with ruts, bumps, and pot holes. Unless you like 4-wheeling, avoid it.

Confirm your route using GPS or maps.

Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Campground Reservation Information for 2025

April 15, 2025, 8:00 AM - Reservations become available.

Many PG&E campgrounds (except group campgrounds), including those with reservations available, also have some first-come, first-serve sites.

Fuller Grove Group Campground

Fuller Grove Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

2022 - 2024

Campsites are large and well-spaced apart.

Clean campground.

Great beach and easy access to lake.

Best to bring your own toilet paper.

Mendocino National Forest
Attractions and Activities

Visitors to the Mendocino National Forest discover a wide range of outdoor activities and scenic attractions. Those who are camped at Fuller Grove Campground have all the features of Lake Pillsbury to enjoy.

Head out boating and fishing on Lake Pillsbury.
Drop in to the Lake Pillsbury Resort for cabins and camping, a swim beach, and a marina with boat rentals.
Have fun mountain biking along countless dirt roads through the forest.
Give a try fishing in the Eel River (check current limitations and regulations), or at Letts Lake or Plaskett Lakes.
Enjoy great OHV camping and riding at places such as Nail Track OHV Play Area, around Stonyford Recreation Area, and many other places.
Visit Rattlesnake Firefight Overlook.
Picnic at Plaskett Meadows, Pine Point, Sycamore Grove, Big Springs, or Wolf Creek.

Key Fuller Grove Campground Regulations

Avoid problems with bears by storing food and similar items must be stored in bear-proof lockers or canisters.
To avoid the spread of harmful insects, obtain firewood locally.
Dogs must be on leash in the campground and always attended.

Check PG&E - Fuller Grove Campground for any campground updates.

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