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California
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Inside Modoc National Forest
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PAYNES SPRINGS
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Located in the scenic Medicine Lake Highlands, Payne Springs is surrounded by many attractions. This campground is adjacent to the Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway and the Lava Beds National Monument is located near by. It is a great place to visit and learn about the local geology and history. There is no drinking water. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site with fair road conditions getting to the sites.

CAMP 4 GROUP CAMPGROUND
~53 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Payne Springs Campground
~0 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Blanche Lake Campground
~1 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Bullseye Lake
~1 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Bullseye Lake Campground
~1 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Hemlock
~4 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Hemlock Campground
~4 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Medicine
~5 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Medicine Campground
~5 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
Headquarters Campground
~6 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.