Campgrounds closing this month in California
78 California campgrounds closing in the next 30 days (from Oct 18, 2026). Many go first-come, first-served for their last stretch before closing.
Updated October 18, 2026 from official agency pages and Recreation.gov calendars. Dates change with weather and staffing; always confirm with the agency before you go.
Crags Campground
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, CA
Closes Oct 19, 2026 First-come, first-served
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, CA
Closes Oct 19, 2026 First-come, first-served
Blue Lake Campground Group Site - Modoc NF
Modoc National Forest, CA
Closes Oct 20, 2026 First-come, first-served
Modoc National Forest, CA
Closes Oct 20, 2026 First-come, first-served
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