Wildhorse Camp campground
Wildhorse Camp
One of the nearby points of interest is the South Yuba River State Park, which offers great opportunities for hiking, swimming, and fishing. Visitors can also explore the historic gold mining towns in the area, such as Nevada City and Grass Valley.
The campground offers a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There is no potable water available, so visitors are advised to bring their own or treat water from the nearby creek.
Interesting facts about the area include that it was once inhabited by the Nisenan people and that the Lost watershed is home to several rare and endangered plant species.
The best time of year to visit is typically from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to the 40s at night. It is important to note that the area can be prone to wildfires, so visitors are advised to check for any fire restrictions before camping.
What's on-site at Wildhorse 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 Wildhorse Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basin Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Midway Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gerber Reservoir | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rock Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Holbrook Reservoir | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wildhorse Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Link River At Klamath Falls | 1,520 cfs | → |
| North Canal At Highway 97 | 33 cfs | → |
| Ady Canal At Highway 97 | 3 cfs | → |
| Klamath Straits Drain Near Worden | 1 cfs | → |
| Klamath River At Keno | 1,150 cfs | → |
| Pit R Nr Canby Ca | 5 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wildhorse Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gerber Reservoir | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Strawberry | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Strawberry | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Quartz Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Quartz Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| State Line | 1.0 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
- Fremont National Forest
- Booth State Scenic Corridor
- Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge
- Klamath Falls Lakeview Forest State Park
- Wilderness Gearhart Mountain
- Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge
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 Wildhorse Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wildhorse Camp
Can I make reservations at Wildhorse 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 Wildhorse 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 Wildhorse Camp.