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Trumbull Lake Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, California

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As of September 2026, Trumbull Lake Campground is a campground in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, California with 29 campsites. Trumbull Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Trumbull Lake Campground is located at 38.0506° N, 119.2572° W.

people allowed on 21 of 29 sites: 6
people allowed on the largest site: 18

Trumbull Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
Maximum reservations at once: 4 reservations

Published by Recreation.gov for Trumbull Lake Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Trumbull Lake Campground

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Standard 28
RV 1

What an RV fits

15–19 ft1 site
25–29 ft5 sites
30–34 ft4 sites
35–39 ft4 sites
40–44 ft3 sites
45–49 ft2 sites
50–54 ft2 sites
55–59 ft1 site
60–64 ft1 site
80–84 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Dirt road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Trumbull Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
002	BDBL	Standard	12	37 ft
006	BDBL	Standard	12	18 ft
009	BDBL	Standard	12	42 ft
040	TRPL	Standard	18	27 ft
001	TRUM	Standard	6	40 ft
003	TRUM	Standard	6	53 ft
004	TRUM	Standard	6	47 ft
005	TRUM	Standard	6	82 ft
007	TRUM	Standard	6	58 ft
008	TRUM	Standard	6	38 ft
010	TRUM	RV	6	26 ft
011	TRUM	Standard	6	27 ft
012	TRUM	Standard	6	52 ft
013	TRUM	Standard	6	46 ft
014	TRUM	Standard	6	26 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
015	TRUM	Standard	6	32 ft
016	TRUM	Standard	6	39 ft
017	TRUM	Standard	6	60 ft
018	TRUM	Standard	6	29 ft
027	TRUM	Standard	6	-
030	TRUM	Standard	-	-
032	TRUM	Standard	-	-
034	TRUM	Standard	-	-
037	TRUM	Standard	-	-
038	TRUM	Standard	6	38 ft
039	TRUM	Standard	6	32 ft
041	TRUM	Standard	6	30 ft
042	TRUM	Standard	6	42 ft
043	TRUM	Standard	6	32 ft

About Trumbull Lake Campground

Overview

Trumbull Lake Campground is located next to its scenic namesake at an elevation of 9,980 feet. The lake is one of ten alpine lakes in the area. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.

Recreation

Trumbull Lake offers canoeing and fishing for rainbow, brown and brook trout in a beautiful natural setting.

Facilities

This campground contains several single-family sites, a few double sites and one triple site, all with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. A few sites closer to the water have partial lake views. picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. A few sites closer to the water have partial lake views. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Check in for campsites is 2pm, check out is noon.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the shores of quiet Trumbull Lake, a 100-acre lake surrounded by towering peaks and glacier-carved cirques. A dense forest of lodgepole pine covers the campground, providing ample shade in most campsites. Aspens and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

Nearby Attractions

The Virginia Lakes area is very close, offering additional canoeing and fishing. The Virginia Lake Trail, for hiking and horseback riding, provides access into the adjacent Hoover Wilderness Area and Yosemite National Park. Bodie State Park.

Rules and notices at Trumbull Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Trumbull Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Caution: Black bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers

Opening and closing dates depend heavily upon weather conditions

A fee for extra vehicles will be collected at the campground

This campground has first-come, first-served sites

Click here for more info about the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Trumbull Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Trumbull Lake Campground?

Trumbull Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Trumbull Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Trumbull Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Trumbull Lake Campground have?

Trumbull Lake Campground has 29 campsites.