Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234691
When Fish Lake Campground reopens
Fish Lake Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
3
Openings · last 90 days
3
Only 3 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026 · of 24 monitored sites
Of the 312 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026): 114 open for online reservation · 6 reserved · 192 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 24 monitored sites, 12 can be reserved online and 12 are first-come, first-served.
Where the open windows are
63.5% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 114 of 312 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026Not open online63.5%
Open site-nights114 / 312
Reserved (of online inventory)6 / 120
Weekday openings80
Weekend openings34
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 80 fall on weekdays and 34 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Sep 2026September holds the most room. 114 of 312 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 24 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 10 | 10 |
| 11 | 10 |
| 12 | 10 |
| 13 | 10 |
| 14 | 10 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Sep 21
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25
The next bookable night is Sep 21; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
114 open site-nights across 12 sites at Fish Lake Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 14 2-night, 14 3-night, 10 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 21 at site 10.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 28 ft. 6 sites take 25 ft. 1 site of 24 has no recorded maximum and is not counted.
All 12 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 16 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 11 | 19 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 12 | 25 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 13 | 28 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 14 | 19 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 17 | 25 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 22 | 24 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 3 | 18 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 4 | 22 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 9 | 28 ft | None | 9 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 7 | 25 ft | None | 8 | 5 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 20 | 18 ft | None | 7 | 7 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27 |
About Fish Lake Campground
Overview
Open mid-June through September. Campsite list calender is for the next reservable dates. Fish Lake Campground lies on the shore of its beautiful namesake, on the Orleans Ranger District of Six Rivers National Forest. Lily pads thrive on the lake, and Douglas fir and cedar trees provide ample shade and a secluded camping experience.
Recreation
Canoeing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. The kayaking, whitewater rafting and fishing at the nearby Klamath, Trinity and Salmon Rivers is considered some of the best in northern California.
Campers can hike a system of trails, including the Blue Lake, Red Lake and Fish Lake trails, all of which have trailheads in the campground.
Visitors also enjoy fishing for trout, bluegill, and bass in the lake or explore native plants and wildlife throughout the lush region.
Facilities
Most sites are suitable for both tent and RV camping. Vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills are provided. Call 530-627-3291 to find out if drinking water is currently available.
Natural Features
Located about 1,780 feet above sea level, the campground is nestled in a mixed hardwood and conifer forest with fir and Port Orford cedar trees that provide low-level shade and friendly midsummer breezes.
Fish Lake is believed to be the second-largest freshwater lake in California's Humboldt County. Some campsites offer sweeping lake views, while others are within a short walk of the water.
Nearby Attractions
Weitchpec, California, at the junction of State Highways 96 and 169, is located about 12 miles south of the campground. Yurok tribal offices, a community center, and a small grocery store and gas station are available.
24 monitored sites12 FCFS sitesRVs up to 28 ftNo hookups24 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 8
Getting there
From Orleans, California, take State Route 96 south for about 8 miles. Turn north on Bluff Creek Road and continue about 4.7 miles to Fish Lake Road. Turn right and continue almost 3 miles to the campground.
Po Box 410, Orleans, CA 95556530-627-3291
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-234691 · facility + sites
Photo gallery
Roll CS-234691 · Fish Lake Campground · Orleans CA12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Fish Lake Campground?
Reservations for Fish Lake Campground are made through Recreation.gov. 114 of 312 tracked site-nights are currently open (36.5%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 3 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Fish Lake Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 3 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Fish Lake Campground?
14 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 21 at site 10. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Fish Lake Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
No RV-analyzable site here has a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 28 ft. 23 of those 24 sites have a recorded maximum length and 1 does not; it is not counted as fitting.
Which month has the most availability at Fish Lake Campground?
September 2026, with 114 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 312.
When is the next open date at Fish Lake Campground?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Sep 21 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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