RED BLUFF, Calif. – Beginning Wednesday, June 9, visitors will be able to go online to reserve campsites at Sycamore Grove Campground, located at the Red Bluff Recreation Area on the Mendocino National Forest.

Previously, Sycamore Grove Campground was operated on a first-come first-served basis. While the public will still be able to rent a campsite without a reservation, stays will be limited to two nights at a time without prior reservations. Visitors with reservations can stay at sites for up to 10 calendar days in a 45 day period in accordance with current regulations.

Reservations may be made through the National Recreation Reservation Service at: www.Recreation.gov.

The Web site provides user-friendly, one-stop shopping for visitors interested in reserving Federal Recreation facilities, including campgrounds, cabins, lookouts and more.

“This Web site is an outstanding tool which can assist visitors with planning their vacations, and provide them peace of mind knowing that they have a spot waiting for them upon arrival at their favorite recreation destinations,” said Mendocino National Forest Recreation Officer Tricia Christofferson.

The campground is located near the Sacramento River. There are 30 shaded campsites, some with electric hookups.

The convenient location off Interstate 5 in Red Bluff makes it a popular stop for both locals and travelers wanting a camping experience without the long drive to more remote forest areas.

Other recreation facilities on the Mendocino National Forest that may be reserved through the National Recreation Reservation Service are Gray Pine and Masterson Group Campgrounds, both on the Grindstone Ranger District, and Pine Mountain Lookout, located on the Upper Lake Ranger District near Lake Pillsbury.

For more information, please contact the Mendocino National Forest at 530-934-3316 or visit www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino.