Summary
No reservations or permits are typically required, and camping is generally free. There are minimal amenities—no toilets (bring a portable or dig a cat hole), no potable water, and no hookups. Some spots may have primitive fire rings; bring your own grill or stove. The area is remote, desert-like, and scenic, with wide-open spaces and mountain views—ideal for solitude and stargazing. High-clearance vehicles are recommended. Nearby attractions include old mining towns and off-roading trails. Best visited in spring or fall to avoid extreme summer heat. Rugged and peaceful experience for self-sufficient campers.
Nearby Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations |
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Goldfield
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Goldfield Campground
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Trinity River
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Trinity River Campground
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Horse Flat
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Big Flat Campground (Klamath NF)
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Trinity R Ab Coffee C Nr Trinity Ctr Ca
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117cfs |
Sacramento R A Delta Ca
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431cfs |
Rush C Nr Lewiston Ca
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8cfs |
Trinity R A Lewiston Ca
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309cfs |
Nf Trinity R A Helena Ca
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47cfs |
Grass Valley C Nr Lewiston Ca
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18cfs |
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.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC RED ROCK MOUNTAIN
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113" |
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BIG FLAT
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104" |
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NOHRSC MIDDLE BOULDER 3 SNOW COURSE
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1" |
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NOHRSC SCOTT MOUNTAIN
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0" |
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MUMBO BASIN RAWS
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95" |
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HIGHLANDS LAKES
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14" |
Big Marshy Lake
Fox Creek Lake
East Boulder Lake
Trinity Lake