Sycamore Grove campground
Sycamore Grove
Located just a few miles away from the campground, visitors can explore the Red Rock Canyon State Park and the famous Mojave Air and Space Port. The campground offers 25 campsites, each with a picnic table, fire ring, and access to restrooms and showers. The campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and the area is known to fill up quickly, especially during peak season.
An interesting fact about the Sycamore Grove Camping Area is that it is home to the endangered desert tortoise. Visitors are advised to stay away from these gentle creatures and respect their habitat. The best time to visit the Sycamore Grove Camping Area is from March to May when the temperatures are mild, and the wildflowers are in full bloom. The average temperature during this period is around 75°F during the day and 50°F at night. Visitors should be prepared for hot temperatures during the summer months, with average temperatures hovering around 100°F during the day and 70°F at night.
What's on-site at Sycamore Grove
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 Sycamore Grove, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Grove Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Discovery Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Massacre Flat | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Reading Island | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Woodson Bridge State Rec Area | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sycamore Grove -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento R Ab Bend Bridge Nr Red Bluff Ca | 9,660 cfs | → |
| Mill C Nr Los Molinos Ca | 277 cfs | → |
| Cottonwood C Nr Cottonwood Ca | 276 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Vina Ca | 238 cfs | → |
| Battle C Bl Coleman Fish Hatchery Nr Cottonwood Ca | 376 cfs | → |
| Elder C Nr Paskenta Ca | 33 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sycamore Grove -- 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 | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Diamond Park
- John R Trainor Park
- Forward Park
- William B Ide Adobe State Historic Park
- Dye Creek Preserve
- Wildlife Area Tehama
Boat launches
- Red Bluff Recreation Area, Red Bluff
- Sycamore Campground Boat Launch
- Main Street 98, Red Bluff
- Jelly's Ferry
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 Sycamore Grove as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sycamore Grove
Can I make reservations at Sycamore Grove?
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 Sycamore Grove?
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 Sycamore Grove.