Camping setup with an RV, car and canopy. Located in a mixed conifer forest.

Camping is allowed only in designated campgrounds that have metal fire rings from April 14 through December 31. There is a 7 day camping limit within a 30 day consecutive period for all designated campgrounds from April 14 through September 30.


Dispersed campsites are open from October 1 through December 31. These campsites must be within 50 feet of a dispersed campsite marker - a brown carsonite post. There is a 14 day camping limit within a 30 day consecutive period for all designated campgrounds and dispersed campsites from October 1 through December 31. At these dispersed sites, all solid human waste must be buried in a hole 6 to 8 inches deep and at least 200 feet from camp, water or trails.

Camping Regulations

  • Do not leave campfires unattended.
  • No drinkable water is available on the Refuge.
  • Remove all garbage and trash- do not burn it in your campfire.
  • Do not leave food outside overnight and do not feed wild animals.
  • A special permit is required for all activities involving groups exceeding 25 persons or 10 horses.