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Mendocino/Sunset

Mendocino Sunset in Potter Valley, California is a stunningly beautiful sight to behold. Located in the heart of the Mendocino National Forest, the area is known for its breathtaking sunsets. The sunsets here are especially spectacular due to the unique combination of the rolling hills, lush forests, and the nearby Eel River. The sunsets here are often a mix of vibrant oranges, pinks, and purples, making for a truly magical experience. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, elk, and bald eagles. Whether you're looking for a romantic evening or a peaceful escape, Mendocino Sunset in Potter Valley, California is the perfect place to take in the beauty of nature.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Lake
• Fishing
• Ramp
• Body Of Water (Lake Pillsbury)
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Pets $
• Day Max Stay (21)
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Pit Toilets

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Boating

- Facility

• Type (National Forest)

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (54)
• Max Length (22)
• Dirt Sites (54)
• No Hookups (54)
• Back-ins (15 x 22)

User Reviews

Alex Elmeromero

September 02, 2025

2024 june was amazing had fun with the family for a week beautiful peaceful

Jordan Heinze

July 31, 2024

We were there July 2024. Beautiful area, but very hard to get to (10 miles of unpaved road is the only way to get there). Thought this would keep out noisy crowds but multiple gigantic groups of people packed in on Friday night and blasted music until 12:30 am. So, the party people have discovered this lake. Host was nice but did nothing to enforce the quiet hours. I am all for people enjoying themselves, but I also prefer some peace and quiet at some point. If you want quiet camping, this is not the place. Lake levels are so low that there is no good day use swimming access. As of our trip, water had NOT been cleared to drink. So plan on bringing water to drink. That said, we got there on a Tuesday and NO ONE was there. Kid got to scoot around on the nice flat camp road. So that part was nice! I would recommend to go during the week and to drive a few miles from the store to a swimming hole on the Eel River.

Houston Sells

July 09, 2022

If you don't want to worry about Karen telling you to keep it down and like a clean camp, this is the place. Inexpensive and very nice sites. It is first come first serve and only $16/night. A fire truck has daily routes to check n make sure fires are attended and if not they will come blast your pit. If you happen to come while the elk are in rut they leave their call and a magnetic pull in your mind to bring you back. Portable water n bathrooms. No showers which I don't mind since I'm in the lake most the day anyhow. The lake is close along with a boat launch. Bass fishing is pretty good along with some huge bluegill. Enjoy.

Elizabeth Joan MacDougall

May 15, 2021

Very clean pit toilets, potable water, friendly host and hostess.

Craig Barnette

August 04, 2020

Either Road you choose to Pillsbury is bad. but once you get there, it was well worth the bumps and dust. very peaceful clean...

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