Trinity River campground
Trinity River
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the largest known Douglas Fir tree, which is over 330 feet tall and over 1,500 years old. The best time to visit the Trinity River Camping Area is during the summer months, where the average temperature ranges from 80 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. However, the campground is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy the changing seasons and the beautiful fall foliage. Overall, Trinity River Camping Area is the perfect escape for those looking to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the beauty of Northern California.
What's on-site at Trinity River
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 Trinity River, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity River Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Goldfield | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Goldfield Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Horse Flat | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Mosquito Lake Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Trinity River -- 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 | → |
| Nf Trinity R A Helena Ca | 47 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Trinity River -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Middle Boulder 3 Snow Course | 0.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red Rock Mountain | 112.8 in | -2.3 in | → |
| Highlands Lakes | 21.7 in | -0.1 in | → |
| Mumbo Basin Raws | 95.0 in | 23.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Scott Mountain | 0.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Slate Creek | 0.8 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
- Klamath National Forest
- Wilderness Russian
- Wilderness Castle Crags
- Castle Crags State Park
- Cantara/Ney Springs Wildlife Area
- Dunsmuir City Park And Botanical Gardens
Boat launches
- National Forest Development Road 41n08 Siskiyou County
- Castle Lake Trail #4w02 Siskiyou County
- Granite Peak Road, Trinity Center
- Fairview Marina Drive, Lewiston
- Lake Siskiyou Trail - Delta Segment Siskiyou County
- Trinity Dam Boulevard Trinity County
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Scott District Boundary To Confluence With Sixmile Creek
- Confluence Of Tributaries In Sec 6 Near Black Mtn. To Confluence With Blind Horse Creek
- Headwaters In Russian Wilderness To Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters At Outlet Of Lower Canyon Creek Lake To Canyon Creek Trailhead At Ripstein Canyon Creek Trailhead At Ripstein
- Confluence With Sixmile Creek To Confluence With South Fork Salmon River
- Wilderness Boundary To Forest Road 40n54
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 Trinity River as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Trinity River
Can I make reservations at Trinity River?
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 Trinity River?
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 Trinity River.