Preacher Meadow Campground campground
Preacher Meadow Campground
Reservations are not accepted at Preacher Meadow Campground, making it a first-come, first-served location. As a result, it is recommended to arrive early to secure a site, especially during peak seasons. The best time to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is mild and ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
Campers at Preacher Meadow should be aware of certain considerations. The campground is located in bear country, so proper food storage is essential to avoid attracting wildlife. Additionally, the area is known for its abundance of mosquitoes, so insect repellent is highly advised. Despite these factors, Preacher Meadow Campground offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of California's wilderness.
What's on-site at Preacher Meadow Campground
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 Preacher Meadow Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preacher Meadow | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Jackass Spring | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Jackass Springs Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Alpine View Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Alpine View | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Preacher Meadow Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity R Ab Coffee C Nr Trinity Ctr Ca | 197 cfs | → |
| Sacramento R A Delta Ca | 613 cfs | → |
| Trinity R A Lewiston Ca | 1,160 cfs | → |
| Rush C Nr Lewiston Ca | 19 cfs | → |
| Grass Valley C Nr Lewiston Ca | 18 cfs | → |
| Trinity R Bl Limekiln Gulch Nr Douglas City Ca | 1,200 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Preacher Meadow Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Red Rock Mountain | 112.8 in | -2.3 in | → |
| Big Flat | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Slate Creek | 0.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Highlands Lakes | 21.7 in | -0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Middle Boulder 3 Snow Course | 0.8 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
- Klamath National Forest
- Lowden Park
- Wilderness Castle Crags
- Castle Crags State Park
- Wilderness Russian
- Clair Engle Park
Boat launches
- Granite Peak Road, Trinity Center
- Fairview Marina Drive, Lewiston
- Trinity Dam Boulevard Trinity County
- Rush Creek Road 7542, Trinity County
- Bucktail Hole
- Last Chance Trinity River Access
Fishing spots
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Headwaters At Outlet Of Lower Canyon Creek Lake To Canyon Creek Trailhead At Ripstein Canyon Creek Trailhead At Ripstein
- Canyon Creek Trailhead To Confluence With Mainstream Trinity River
- Confluence Of Tributaries In Sec 6 Near Black Mtn. To Confluence With Blind Horse Creek
- Scott District Boundary To Confluence With Sixmile Creek
- Confluence With Sixmile Creek To Confluence With South Fork Salmon River
- Confluence With Blind Horse Creek To Cecilville Bridge
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 Preacher Meadow Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Preacher Meadow Campground
Can I make reservations at Preacher Meadow Campground?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Preacher Meadow Campground?
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 Preacher Meadow Campground.