Lassen NF: Hat Creek Ranger District Campground Hosts
Forest Service — Old Station, CA
Campground Hosts serve as an integral part of the recreation and visitor service teams. Campground Hosts are often the first contact for information about the…
What are national forest campground host jobs? National forest campground host jobs are volunteer positions with the U.S. Forest Service where hosts perform campground hosting duties — check-in, maintenance, and visitor assistance — in exchange for a campsite that may be provided at no cost. Site amenities, hookups, schedules, and any benefits vary by campground and individual listing; always verify with the Volunteer.gov listing before applying.
As a national forest campground host, you serve as the on-site presence for a U.S. Forest Service campground — welcoming campers at check-in, explaining site rules, fire restrictions, and local trail conditions, collecting fee envelopes, performing light daily maintenance such as trash pickup and restroom cleaning, and flagging maintenance issues or incidents to the district ranger office. Service commitments vary by campground and volunteer agreement — review the individual Volunteer.gov listing for hours and schedule expectations.
Host site arrangements depend on the campground and district. Hookup availability varies by campground; some sites provide electric and water at the host pad, while others have no hookups at all. Confirm the exact site situation with the specific district before committing, especially if your rig requires shore power. National forest host positions are volunteer roles; the Forest Service does not pay a formal hourly wage. Some individual listings may include stipends or other benefits — always verify details with the Volunteer.gov listing before accepting a placement.
Applications flow through Volunteer.gov, the federal volunteer platform. After creating a Volunteer.gov profile, you apply to the specific campground listing and connect with the district volunteer coordinator, who handles placement and scheduling. Different districts fill at different speeds — popular campgrounds near high-traffic trailheads book months in advance, while others have mid-season gaps. Confirm season dates, site details, and host schedule with the district before accepting any placement. Browse current U.S. Forest Service campground host openings below.
Forest Service — Old Station, CA
Campground Hosts serve as an integral part of the recreation and visitor service teams. Campground Hosts are often the first contact for information about the…
Forest Service — Halsey, NE
Become a Camp Host at Bessey Ranger District! (Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands)
Directions for Application:
Bessey RD is looking for an individual or…
Forest Service — Houston, MO
Mark Twain National Forest is seeking a campground host to serve at Cobb Ridge Recreation Area, nestled on top of the ridge, in the hills, visitors will be able…
Forest Service — Ruidoso, NM
Host for Cedar Creek Day Use Area on the Lincoln National Forest. The day use site is located in Ruidoso NM. Camp host site is available for RV's with full…
Forest Service — Brent, AL
Main Goals for this Position to Accomplish:
The campground host provides a presence and assistance at Payne Lake Recreation Area and to protect the facilities…
Forest Service — Sanderson, FL
Location: Osceola National Forest (Near Lake City, FL)
Term: 2 to 6 Months (Depending on vacancy and season)
Position Overview:
Ocean Pond Campground is seeking…
Forest Service — Robbinsville, NC
The Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest is looking for enthusiastic, friendly volunteers who enjoy the outdoors to fill campground host…
Forest Service — New Bern, NC
Croatan National Forest is looking for energetic, hardworking, friendly individuals and couples to serve as volunteer camp host at Cedar Point Campground on the…
Forest Service — Tucson, AZ
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We are seeking friendly and independent caretakers for a historic site on the Nogales Ranger District, Coronado NF. Kentucky camp is a historic…
Forest Service — Rolla, MO
Mark Twain National Forest is seeking campground hosts to serve at Silver Mines Recreation Area, located in the Potosi/Fredericktown Ranger District. This area…
Forest Service — Sedona, AZ
The Red Rock Ranger District in Sedona, Arizona is recruiting Volunteer Site Hosts to spend 4 months with us (September - December, 2026), at Crane Petroglyph…
Forest Service — Dutch John, UT
The Spillway Boat Ramp is a high-use area that can bring as many as 1000 people or more in one day during the peak use days and requires a minimum of two…
Forest Service — Mimbres, NM
Wilderness Ranger District seeks one or more volunteer campground hosts (or couples) to staff Upper End Campground at Lake Roberts. The successful applicant…
Forest Service — Corvallis, OR
Wild Mare Horse Campground is located on the Oregon Coast, 2 miles north of North Bend. Horse campers come here to explore the Wild Mare Horse Trail and is less…
Forest Service — Pinecrest, CA
The Sugar Pine Ranger District (formerly Summit Ranger District and Mi-Wok Ranger District) near Pinecrest, CA is looking for a handful of volunteers to be…
Forest Service — Natural Bridge Station, VA
Roughly 30 minutes from Buchanan, Virginia this campground is located along the edge of North Creek, offering shady campsites and a relaxed atmosphere. Prop…
Forest Service — New Waverly, TX
Campground Host(s) positions at Cagle Recreation Area, Stubblefield Lake Recreation Area, and Double Lake Recreation Area. Positions are needed year round.…
Forest Service — Rolla, MO
Mark Twain National Forest is seeking campground hosts to serve at Sutton Bluff Recreation Area, located alongside the West Fork of the Black River and 13 miles…
Forest Service — Robbinsville, NC
The Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest is looking for enthusiastic, friendly volunteers who enjoy the outdoors to fill campground host…
Forest Service — Rhinelander, WI
The Lakewood/Laona Ranger District of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is looking for motivated individuals to host at various campgrounds throughout the…
Forest Service — Nevada City, CA
The American River Ranger District in Foresthill, CA is looking for a handful of volunteers to be camp hosts at different locations on the Tahoe National…
Forest Service — Rhinelander, WI
The Eagle River/Florence Ranger District of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is looking for motivated individuals to host at various campgrounds…
Forest Service — Las Vegas, NV
Located just forty minutes from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area offers a welcoming retreat into the natural…
Forest Service — Hathaway Pines, CA
The Calaveras Ranger District near Arnold, CA is looking for a handful of volunteers to be campground hosts at different locations on the Stanislaus National…
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