Rush Creek campground
Rush Creek
Reservations are accepted for campsites at Rush Creek, which can be made online or by phone. It is advisable to make a reservation in advance, especially during peak seasons, as the campground can get crowded.
The best time to visit Rush Creek camping area is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and conducive to outdoor activities. However, it can get quite hot during the day, so campers should be prepared with appropriate clothing and plenty of water. Additionally, it is important to be cautious of wildlife, such as bears, in the area. Visitors are advised to store food properly and follow all guidelines to avoid any encounters.
Overall, Rush Creek camping area provides a rustic camping experience with basic amenities and the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.
What's on-site at Rush Creek
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 Rush Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoney Point | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Stoney Point Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tannery Gulch | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Tannery Gulch Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Stoney Creek Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Rush Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rush C Nr Lewiston Ca | 18 cfs | → |
| Trinity R A Lewiston Ca | 1,090 cfs | → |
| Grass Valley C Nr Lewiston Ca | 18 cfs | → |
| Trinity R Bl Limekiln Gulch Nr Douglas City Ca | 1,210 cfs | → |
| Trinity R A Junction City Ca | 1,200 cfs | → |
| Indian C Nr Douglas City Ca | 28 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Rush Creek -- 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 | 21.6 in | 0.0 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
- Lowden Park
- Klamath National Forest
- Wilderness Trinity Alps
- Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area
- Shasta State Historic Park
- Wilderness Chanchelulla
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
- Canyon Creek Trailhead To Confluence With Mainstream Trinity River
- Headwaters At Outlet Of Lower Canyon Creek Lake To Canyon Creek Trailhead At Ripstein Canyon Creek Trailhead At Ripstein
- Confluence Of Tributaries In Sec 6 Near Black Mtn. To Confluence With Blind Horse Creek
- Headwaters In Sw 1/4, Sec 24, T8n, R12w To Trinity Wsr (At Hobo Gulch Trailhead And Campground)
- North Fork Cottonwood Creek
- Nine Mile Bridge To Confluence With South Fork Trinity River
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 Rush Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Rush Creek
Can I make reservations at Rush Creek?
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 Rush Creek?
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 Rush Creek.