Three Prong campground
Three Prong
There are several nearby points of interest, such as the John Muir Wilderness, the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, and the Yosemite National Park. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, fishing, and bird watching in the area.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. There are a total of 12 campsites available, and reservations are required.
An interesting fact about the Three Prong Camping Area is that it is located in an area that was once submerged under the ocean. Fossils of marine life can still be found in the surrounding rock formations.
The best time of year to visit is during the summer months when temperatures average around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to the low 40s at night. It is important to note that the campground is located at an elevation of 8,000 feet, so visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures and potential thunderstorms in the afternoons.
What's on-site at Three Prong
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 Three Prong, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Prong Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Kingsley Glade Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Kingsley Glade | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Sugarfoot Glade Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Sugarfoot | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Three Prong -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elder C Nr Paskenta Ca | 29 cfs | → |
| Mf Eel R Nr Dos Rios Ca | 239 cfs | → |
| Mad R Ab Ruth Res Nr Forest Glen Ca | 28 cfs | → |
| Sacramento R Ab Bend Bridge Nr Red Bluff Ca | 11,200 cfs | → |
| Mill C Nr Los Molinos Ca | 250 cfs | → |
| Clear C Nr Igo Ca | 636 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Simpson Finnell Community Park
- Shasta-Trinity National Forest
- Wilderness Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel
- National Wild And Scenic River Eel, California
- Black Butte Lake
- Trinity National Forest
Fishing spots
- Black Rock Lake
- Black Butte Lake
- Lake Pillsbury
- East Park Reservoir
- Clear Creek
- Cameron's Fishing Hole Catch & Release
Paddle runs
- Road 24n01 Crossing At The "Slab" To Nf Boundary
- South Fork Cottonwood Creek
- Headwaters In Sec 27, T26n, R10w To Confluence With Middle Fork Eel River
- Private Land In Sec 1, T21n, R9w To Confluence Of Cold Creek And Black Butte River
- Headwaters In Sec 27, T26n, R10w To One Mile North Of Fern Point, At Boundary Of Designated Eel 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 Three Prong as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Three Prong
Can I make reservations at Three Prong?
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 Three Prong?
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 Three Prong.