Dispersed camping is a great way to stay in California’s national forests, and it’s free. (Anastassiya Golovko via Pexels) Modoc National Forest In the northeast corner of California, Modoc National ...

Two campsites in the Lake Tahoe region make the top 10, but the Inyo National Forest in eastern California is home to the most popular campgrounds.

Like Yosemite, Inyo National Forest is an unforgettable gallery of titanic granite peaks, alpine lakes, intricate forests, and some of California's best camping opportunities.