Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp campground
Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp
There are several nearby points of interest that visitors can explore. The Big Basin Redwoods State Park is just a short drive away and offers hiking trails that will take you through old-growth redwood forests. Castle Rock State Park is also nearby and features incredible rock formations and beautiful views of the Santa Clara Valley.
Campground amenities include picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. However, there is no running water available, so visitors must bring their own supply. Visitors are also advised to bring their own firewood.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Santa Cruz Mountains are home to several unique species, including the endangered California condor, the western pond turtle, and the San Francisco garter snake. Additionally, the redwood forests in the area are some of the oldest and tallest trees in the world.
The best time of year to visit the Boulder Creek Backcountry Camp is during the summer months, from June to August. The average temperature during this time is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and can drop to the low 50s at night. It is recommended to bring warm clothing for the cooler temperatures at night.
What's on-site at Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp
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 Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Bottom Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dry Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Brandy Creek Rv | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sheep Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Brandy Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento R A Keswick Ca | 8,970 cfs | → |
| Clear C Nr Igo Ca | 217 cfs | → |
| Trinity R A Lewiston Ca | 1,090 cfs | → |
| Rush C Nr Lewiston Ca | 18 cfs | → |
| Grass Valley C Nr Lewiston Ca | 18 cfs | → |
| Anderson-Cottonwood Id Cn At Sharon St Redding Ca | 261 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp -- 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 | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red Rock Mountain | 112.8 in | -2.3 in | → |
| Highlands Lakes | 21.6 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Big Flat | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mumbo Basin Raws | 95.0 in | 23.0 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
- Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area
- Shasta State Historic Park
- Mary Lake Park
- T. R. Woods Memorial Park
- Riverfront Park
- Northridge Gardens Park
Boat launches
- Keswick Boat Ramp
- Lake Redding Boat Ramp
- Trinity Dam Boulevard Trinity County
- Rush Creek Road 7542, Trinity County
- Auditorium Drive Redding
- Bucktail Hole
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 Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp
Can I make reservations at Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp?
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 Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp?
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 Boulder Creek Backcounty Camp.