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Note: Click here to view our California State Parks OHV grant preliminary applications. The public comment period will be open from March 4, 2025 to May 5, 2025. Instructions on how to provide public comments can be found here. North of Highway 20, on the eastern edge of Lake County, the Indian Valley Management Area o

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Indian Valley Management Area

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Where it is
39.1175, -122.5824
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Camp at Indian Valley Management Area This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Indian Valley Management Area — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you fish at Indian Valley Management Area?

Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.

Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?

Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Indian Valley Management Area. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Can you camp at Indian Valley Management Area?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Yes Are there hiking trails?

Yes — trails here include Quail Trail, Spring Valley Road, 15 North 05 Road. Check length and difficulty before you go.

Depends Is hunting allowed?

Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.

Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?

Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.

Yes Can you bring a dog?

Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.

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Bureau of Land Management

Indian Valley Recreation Area

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Cache Creek Wilderness U.S. Department of the Interior / CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Land Management

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Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

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