Lava Beds National Monument Camping

Indian Well Campground located in Lava Beds National Monument offers 43 sites close to the visitor center and caves. We hope this Lava Beds National Monument Camping guide helps you plan an amazing trip to this gorgeous park.

Lava Beds National Monument Camping

Season: year-round

Number of Sites: 43 sites

Location in the park: Located ½ mile (0.8 km) from the visitor center and cave loop.

Campsite cost: $10 per night, per site

Holders of an Access or Senior pass receive a 50% discount on their site

Payments accepted: cash/check

Reservations: No

Campground Address: Lava Beds Campground Rd, Tulelake, CA 96134

Latitude/Longitude: 41.7176° N, 121.5038° W

Elevation: 4,625 ft

Accessible Sites: Yes

Pets Allowed: Pets are permitted in the campground but must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet (1.8 m) Pets are not permitted in caves, trails or in buildings.

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Indian Well Campground Reservations

Are campground Reservations Available? No, First come first served

First Come, First Served? Yes

Indian Well Campground Amenities

Flush Toilets: Yes

Payphone: No

Is wifi available? No

Is cellular Phone Service Available? Yes

Is camp host available on site? Yes

Is firewood available for purchase? Firewood may be available for purchase during the summer (to confirm, call the visitor center at 530-667-8113). Dead and down firewood can be collected on the nearby Modoc National Forest.

Amenities at each campsite:

Firepit in the site? Yes

Picnic Table in the site? Yes

Bear Box in site/area? No

Potable Water? Yes

RV Camping at Lava Beds NM

RV Length: Small trailers and motor homes up to 30 feet. Note: not all sites can accommodate motor homes.

Dump Station: No

Generators: Generator hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Hookups: There are no electricity, water or sewer site hookups

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