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ATTENTION: The boat ramp at the Orland Buttes Campground, Black Butte Lake, is currently closed due to low water. Only kayaks or very shallow draft vessels may be able to launch at this location. Launch ramps are open and available at the Buckhorn Recreation Area (camping) or at the Eagle Pass Boat Ramp (day use only) for all other vessels. Please contact the Park Office for more information, 530-865-4781.

ORLAND BUTTES, CA

Status: Open through Sun Sep 08 2013   Season Dates

Overview

Orland Buttes Campground is on the shores of Black Buttes Lake in the scenic foothills of north-central California. Black Butte is best known for its warm-water fishery and its appeal for both powerboats and sailboats.

In spring, wildflowers like Fiddlenecks, California poppies and Baby Blue Eyes flourish. Visiting during this time makes for particuarly beautiful hikes through the natural trails.

Natural Features:

The lake is surrounded by beautiful, dark volcanic buttes on the northern end of the Sacramento Valley.

Blue oak woodlands and towering black basalt buttes offer a picturesque setting along 40 miles of shoreline.

Recreation:

This peaceful park is well-known for fishing, sailing and water skiing. Fishing includes crappie, largemouth and smallmouth bass, spotted bass and Florida bluegill.

Disc golf is also a popular activity here.

Facilities:

The family-friendly campground offers 35 campsites and a group campground that fits 50. A boat ramp and a18-hole disc golf course are included.

No electric hookups are available.

Nearby Attractions:

Horeseback riders can make use of the horse trails at Grizzly Flat and Burris Creek.

A short drive east, will take visitors to the Mendocino National Forest, where Ponderosa pines sweetly scent the air.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating
  • Disc Golf
  • Drinking Water
  • Dump Station
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilets
  • Group Camping
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife Viewing
Know Before You Go
  • There are no electric/water/sewer hookups
  • Direct access to the lake is limited due to steep terrain
  • No fireworks allowed

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
39.7722, -122.35285
39°46'20"N, 122°21'10"W

From Interstate 5, take the Black Butte Lake exit at Orland, CA. Travel west on County Road 200/Newville Road for 6 miles. Turn left on County Road 206 and drive 4 miles to the campground.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

ORLAND BUTTES
19225 NEWVILLE ROAD
ORLAND CA 95963-8901

Phone Number:

Information: (530)865-4781