The largest lake within the borders of Mendocino National Forest, Lake Pillsbury covers 2,280 acres and has 31 miles of shoreline. There are several developed campgrounds with boat ramps and picnic areas - - there's even a small resort, a grocery store, and a boat rental outfit. If you're a canoeing fisher, there's good trout and bass throughout the lake.

There are five campgrounds, two group campgrounds, two paved boat ramps and a resort at the lake. The Lake Pillsbury Resort operates a marina with rentals, boat slips and supplies. All types of boating are allowed including boat camping.

California Department of Fish and Game stock the lake with trout annually. Other fish include black bass, steelhead, and pikeminnow.

Hiking trails at the lake include an interpretive nature trail at Sunset Campground and the four mile Lake Shore Loop Trail. Other nearby recreational opportunities include the Snow Mountain Wilderness located east of Lake Pillsbury. The Bloody Rock historic area is located within the wildlife refuge north of the lake as well as the Eel River and the Wild and Scenic Black Butte River.

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