Campsite #17 at Lightning Tree Campground, CA

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Campsite #17

5 reviews
16 people
38 ft Back-In
2 weak
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Campsite #17 Features: Back-In parking, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed

Campsite Reviews (5)

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@HenryHF2C1D684 · Camped on Aug 25, 2023 at Campsite #17
Nice quiet campground away from everyone else. This site was very large with plenty of space for a big group. A little walk to the water and the boat ramp area, but it's a well marked out trail.
@JosephC1997223 · Camped on Jun 6, 2023 at Campsite #17
FANTASTIC and beautiful scenery and it was SUPER quiet and peaceful. Only problem was mosquitos. Make sure you bring bug spray you will need it.
@jonathanp83438 · Camped on Jun 16, 2022 at Campsite #17
The good: Beautiful campground, cell signal, most sites are spaced out. Close to hiking trails, mountain bike trails, and some ohv dirt roads. Running water available through many spigots. If you're trying to get away from the "busy" campgrounds, and prefer a more conservative quiet experience, then I would recommend this campground. If you are a noisy camper, with barking dogs or loud kids, then you'll likely get the evil eye from a retiree.

The bad: The driveway around the campground can get narrow, especially for longer trailers, and I was concerned about blowing a tire on the 12inch high pegs that force you to stay on the paved driveway. The staff are not doing a good job trimming back the trees, as my trailer got scuffed by a few of them. Also, the ashes in the firepit are not being removed frequently enough. Our firepit was over half full. Vault toilets are always a negative, I believe either Grass Hopper or Grizzly has flush toilets. If bears frequent the area, why not provide bear boxes if you're a tent camper? While you do have a cell signal, the speed can be slow. The lake level is low, so expect at least a 1 mile hike down to the lake. It's much more convenient to drive down to the lake from one of the boat launches.

Conclusion: My wife and I had a relaxing, refreshing time at this campground, and we will go back again. We hope this campground does not continue to be neglected.
@DavidG180 · Camped on Apr 30, 2021 at Campsite #17
Do not go to lighting tree so that I can keep it to myself and my family
@PattyL502 · Camped on Jul 27, 2020 at Campsite #17
Raw, natural experience. Exactly what I was looking for.

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