Watertrough Camp campground
Watertrough Camp
Reservations are not accepted at Watertrough Camp, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended to arrive early, especially during weekends or peak seasons when the campground can fill up quickly. The best time to visit this camping area is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and comfortable. During these times, visitors can enjoy activities like hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching.
While exploring Watertrough Camp, campers should be cautious of poison oak, which is prevalent in the area. It is advisable to stay on designated trails and avoid touching any unfamiliar plants. Furthermore, campers must adhere to fire safety regulations and always extinguish fires completely before leaving the area. By being mindful of these precautions and respecting the surrounding nature, visitors can have a delightful and memorable camping experience at Watertrough Camp.
What's on-site at Watertrough Camp
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 Watertrough Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sulphur Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Brown Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Police Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Butte Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Watertrough Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mad R Ab Ruth Res Nr Forest Glen Ca | 38 cfs | → |
| Mf Eel R Nr Dos Rios Ca | 310 cfs | → |
| Elder C Nr Paskenta Ca | 36 cfs | → |
| Eel R A Fort Seward Ca | 885 cfs | → |
| Sf Eel R A Leggett Ca | 102 cfs | → |
| Sf Eel R Nr Miranda Ca | 185 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
- Trinity National Forest
- Shasta-Trinity National Forest
- Wilderness North Fork
- Six Rivers National Forest
- Wilderness Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel
- National Wild And Scenic River Eel, California
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Headwaters In Sec 27, T26n, R10w To One Mile North Of Fern Point, At Boundary Of Designated Eel River
- Headwaters In Sec 27, T26n, R10w To Confluence With Middle Fork Eel River
- Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28s,R11w
- Casoose Creek
- Hulls Creek
- West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28n, R11w To Two Tenths Of A Mile West And Downstream Of Double Cabins Site
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 Watertrough Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Watertrough Camp
Can I make reservations at Watertrough Camp?
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 Watertrough Camp?
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 Watertrough Camp.