Summary
The campground offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, forests, and the Trinity River. There are 12 campsites, each with a fire ring and picnic table. The amenities include vault toilets and potable water. Visitors can enjoy fishing and swimming in the Trinity River, hiking in the nearby Trinity Alps Wilderness, and exploring historic Weaverville. The best time to visit is from June to August when temperatures range from 70-80°F during the day and drop to 40-50°F at night.
Nearby Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations |
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Cedar Basin Camp
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Burnt Camp
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D Camp
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Thunder Camp
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Last Camp
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Hawk Camp
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elder C Nr Paskenta Ca
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17cfs |
Mad R Ab Ruth Res Nr Forest Glen Ca
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21cfs |
Mf Eel R Nr Dos Rios Ca
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210cfs |
Clear C Nr Igo Ca
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263cfs |
Sacramento R Ab Bend Bridge Nr Red Bluff Ca
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4690cfs |
Cottonwood C Nr Cottonwood Ca
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322cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
South Fork Cottonwood Creek
Headwaters In Sec 27, T26N, R10W To Confluence With Middle Fork Eel River
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11W
Headwaters In Sec 27, T26N, R10W To One Mile North Of Fern Point, At Boundary Of Designated Eel River