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Buck Island Campground Introduce

Buck Island Campground, located on an unnamed road in Clearlake Oaks, CA 95423, falls within the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, offering a secluded and rugged camping experience. It is situated along Cache Creek and is known for its challenging access and stunning views.

Environment:

  • The campground is located alongside Cache Creek, offering a natural and scenic environment.
  • The location provides an "eagle view" of the surrounding mountains, offering astonishing scenery.
  • The terrain is rugged, involving climbing up and down mountains.
  • The road leading to the campground is extremely challenging and not maintained.
  • The campground itself is also not maintained.

Services and Features:

  • The campground offers a primitive camping experience.
  • Due to the challenging access, it is often secluded, with limited to no other campers present.
  • Access requires a 4x4 vehicle in good condition.
  • Winter travel is strongly discouraged due to the rugged road conditions.
  • The road is barely passable, even for off-road vehicles.
  • Light dirt bikes may be able to access the campground, while larger motorcycles require advanced riding skills.
  • ATVs (4-wheelers) are likely suitable, while side-by-sides are considered sketchy.
  • Truck access is very doubtful.

Promotional Information:

  • Buck Island Campground is ideal for adventurous campers seeking a secluded and rugged experience.
  • The stunning mountain views and natural setting along Cache Creek offer a unique camping experience.
  • The campground is suitable for those with 4x4 vehicles and off-road driving experience.
  • It is crucial to assess the road conditions carefully before attempting to access the campground.
  • Winter travel is strongly discouraged due to the dangerous road conditions.
  • The campground offers a true wilderness experience, with minimal to no maintenance.
  • It is ideal for local residents who own off road vehicles, and are looking for a true get away from it all experience.

It is strongly recommended to assess the road conditions thoroughly and ensure your vehicle is suitable before attempting to access Buck Island Campground. Contact local authorities or experienced off-roaders for the most up-to-date information on road conditions and safety guidelines.

Location

CaliforniaLake CountyClearlake Oaks

Customer Reviews

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12 reviews
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Eli Arriaza
Oct 08, 2018

My wife and I have been there twice. Campground area is great, just alongside Cache Creek. We haven't seen anybody else there and the reason is the acces. If you have a 4X4 in good condition vehicle, go for it. No winter traveling because road is rugged and climbing up and down the mountains is the norm. You'll have an eagle view of the mountains so scenery is astonishing.

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D Davis
Aug 18, 2024

17 Aug 24. The road! Unbelievably bad. It is nearly unpassable. Light dirt bike you can make it. Big bike. Only if you’re a very good rider. ATV (4-wheeler) probably. Side by side. Sketchy. Truck very very doubtful. The road is not maintained. Campground is not maintained. Such a beautiful area.

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Craig Philpott
May 26, 2021

Remote location and 4 wheel or all wheel drive is required for climbing back up out of canyon. Approach is long narrow and dusty in Summer and visitors either seek solitude or seek a remote camp to be rowdy. Pit toilet is rarely serviced and be prepared to haul out more than you bring in as a community service.

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Diego Perez
Nov 05, 2018

Need 4x4 truck with spare long dirt drive. Lots of wild life ! Spotted a marten ! ! No water service bring h20

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william Flippo
Aug 01, 2021

A lot of cars used to get lost trying to cut across to hwy16 from lower lake or Berryessa. I saw an old guy in a 2008 Ford focus get back up that hill from buck island. So, no, you don't need 4×4, but you better know how to drive. There is cell service at the top of the hill, but good luck being rescued by anyone but EMS. You may either find buck island jam packed with people firing machine guns, or you may spend two weeks there without seeing a soul. Don't go out there on 4th of July weekend. Its pretty intense. About a hundred people with trucks guns and BBQ.