Arbuckle Flat campground
Arbuckle Flat
Reservations are not accepted at Arbuckle Flat camping area, and it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is recommended to arrive early to secure a spot, especially during weekends or peak seasons. The best time to visit this campground is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild, and the campground is less crowded.
While camping at Arbuckle Flat, campers can explore various points of interest in the area. The campground is located near the Mendocino National Forest, offering opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and fishing in nearby streams. However, caution should be exercised as the area is known for encounters with black bears. Campers are advised to properly store food and dispose of garbage to minimize attracting wildlife.
Overall, Arbuckle Flat camping area provides a peaceful camping experience with basic amenities in a beautiful natural setting. Remember to plan your visit accordingly, arrive early to secure a spot, and be mindful of wildlife safety measures.
What's on-site at Arbuckle Flat
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Arbuckle Flat, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbuckle Flat Boat In Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rend Island Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Jones Valley Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jones Valley (Lower) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jones Valley (Upper) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Arbuckle Flat -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Ridge Snow Pillow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Slate Creek | 0.8 in | -0.1 in | → |
| Stouts Meadow Goes | 85.0 in | 5.0 in | → |
| Highlands Lakes | 21.6 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mumbo Basin Raws | 95.0 in | 23.0 in | → |
| Sand Flat | 0.6 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Clair Engle Park
- Northridge Gardens Park
- Minder Park
- Turtle Bay Regional Park (East)
- Riverfront Park
- Enterprise Community Park
Boat launches
- Digger Bay Road, Shasta Lake
- Auditorium Drive Redding
- Park Marina Drive 2515, Redding
- Park Marina Drive 2525, Redding
- Lake Redding Boat Ramp
- Keswick Boat Ramp
Fishing spots
Points of interest
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Arbuckle Flat as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Arbuckle Flat
Can I make reservations at Arbuckle Flat?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Arbuckle Flat?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Arbuckle Flat.