Located in the scenic Medicine Lake Highlands, Payne Springs is surrounded by many attractions. This campground is adjacent to the Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway and the Lava Beds National Monument is located near by. It is a great place to visit and learn about the local geology and history. There is no drinking water. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site with fair road conditions getting to the sites.
From McCloud go east on US Hwy 89 south for 16 miles to Forest Service Road 15/Harris Spring Rd. Turn left on Road 15 and go 4.4 miles to Forest Service Road 49/Medicine Lake Road. Follow the signs 24 miles toward Medicine Lake. Turn right on 43N17 and follow the signs to Blanche Lake, Bullseye and Payne Springs.
I didn't go to Payne springs campground.
BUT
I did go to bullseye lake off of the same road ,for some off the hook rainbow trout fishing .
Most of the fish there are over 14 inches long and a hook about 24 inches down from a couple of heavy split shot with a #10 hook and orange or chartuce green power bait .
GOOD LUCK