Fowlers Camp Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Medicine Lake Dump Station · 32.9 mi
- Coordinates
- 41.2449, -122.0233
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This is the most popular campground on the unit. It's located on the Upper McCloud River at an elevation of 3400 feet, and has 39 sites with tables, fire-rings, vault toilets, and piped drinking water. Suitable for tents and mid-sized RV's or trailers. 14 day limit. $15 per night. The CG has been converted mostly to a reservation system (see below) There are only eight sites that are first come first served. This campground is situated near three waterfalls on the river, which adds to its popularity. The McCloud Falls vary in height from 15 to 50 feet. A river-side trail from the campground provides access to the falls. It is approximately three miles round trip to see all three. Swimming and fishing are other popular activities. This section of river has no special restrictions for fishing. The McCloud River Loop, a paved road approx. 12 miles in length provides access to the Middle Falls and Upper Falls parking lots and overlooks if you do not wish to hike the trail.
From the USFS.
Is Fowlers Camp Campground free?
No. Fowlers Camp Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Fowlers Camp Campground?
From the McCloud Ranger Station, turn left on Highway 89. Drive 5 miles and look for a sign on the left side of the highway for Fowlers/Lower Falls. Turn right just after the sign and drive approximately 1 mile. Once you cross the River Loop Road take the left fork into the campground. The right fork will take you to the day use/parking area for Lower Falls and the beginning of the River Trail.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
