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Escape humanity in a national forest that has it all. Rugged mountains, rolling hills, whitewater rivers, and tranquil lakes await you in the Klamath Mountains. Summertime treks range from easy to arduous.
Take long walks among towering Ponderosa pines and iconic Douglas firs. Keep an eye out for majestic birds, chittering squirrels, howling coyotes (at night) and black bears. There's no shortage of guides to take you kayaking, fishing or horseback riding.
The town of Happy Camp offers a great central location for your backwoods adventure. Catch gold fever by panning for gold the way prospectors used to. Scenic drives get you close to trailheads for day hikes.
If you love the white powdery stuff, Happy Camp serves as a home base for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
Escape humanity in a national forest that has it all. Rugged mountains, rolling hills, whitewater rivers, and tranquil lakes await you in the Klamath Mountains. Summertime treks range from easy to arduous.
Take long walks among towering Ponderosa pines and iconic Douglas firs. Keep an eye out for majestic birds, chittering squirrels, howling coyotes (at night) and black bears. There's no shortage of guides to take you kayaking, fishing or horseback riding.
The town of Happy Camp offers a great central location for your backwoods adventure. Catch gold fever by panning for gold the way prospectors used to. Scenic drives get you close to trailheads for day hikes.
If you love the white powdery stuff, Happy Camp serves as a home base for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
The 34 campgrounds in this area stay open from mid-May to late October. Camping within the park is on a first-come, first-served basis as managed by the Forest Service in Siskiyou County.
If you ever want to get really remote, Matthews Creek Campground is the place. It’s the kind of remote where you will have your own pool of emerald colored Salmon River water to baptize in. It’s the kind of remote where the nearest town’s population sign reads less than 200 people. There is no cell phone reception, no Wi-Fi; just a quaint campgrou Read more...
If you’re feeling idle take a trip into the wilds, and stay at Idlewild Campground on the North Fork of the Salmon River. Spacious and picturesque, the campsites have picnic tables, fire rings (fire permits needed in the summer), vault toilets, and water available. The only requirement: you must have a love for gett’n remote!
Near Canyon Creek, Lovers Camp Campground is close to fantastic hiking trails and the Marble Mountain Wilderness. This is a great starting point to hike to Marble Valley, Sky High Lakes, Red Rock Valley, Little Elk Lake, and Deep Lake. There are also accommodations here for equestrians.
Trail Creek Campground is located in near the creek, shaded by a towering forest. There’s great hiking around here, and you’ll have nearby access to the Trinity Alps Wilderness, Pacific Crest Trail, and Russian Wilderness. S'wild.
Fancy a remote wilderness hike? Mule Bridge campground has some primitive campground sites located at the start of the North Fork Trail on the Salmon River. Bring your own water or water filter… nature provides everything else!
Fancy a remote wilderness hike? Mule Bridge campground has some primitive campground sites located at the start of the North Fork Trail on the Salmon River. Bring your own water or water filter… nature provides everything else!
This small, remote campground is on the North Fork of the Salmon River. Red Bank Campground is a great spot for swimming, fishing for trout, and… panning for gold! Yep, you can pan for gold in the river, but check the regulations before you go. Give us a cut of the profits if you hit the jackpot!?
Fancy a camp by the town of Happy Camp? Curly Jack Campground offers shady and serene sites on the banks of the Klamath River. Fresh water and all the necessary primitive campground amenities will make you a Happy Camper!
Miles from nowhere, best take your time once you make it to Grider Creek Campground! Here there's nothing but the sounds of nature and the occasional Pacific Crest Trail hiker wandering out of the Marble Mountain Wilderness. Enjoy the dense forest and rushing creek from your tent or trailer. Campsite amenities include fire rings, so come on up and Read more...
Grab your horses and head on up to the high country! Norcross Campground is nestled beside the Marble Mountain Wilderness and offers two trailheads; the Elk Creek Trail and the Kelsey National Recreation Trail along Bear Creek to Bear Valley and Bear Lake. While you ponder which trail to take, relax at the campground with bacon and breakfast s'mor Read more...
Laze your days away on the banks of the mighty Klamath River at Sara Totten Campground. Located on scenic highway CA 96, this campground provides basic amenities plus not-so-basic river views. What's left? Inhale that cedar and watch the eagles soar.
Come bathe in the warm sulphur springs at the aptly named Sulphur Springs Campground. The campground is at the start of the Elk Creek Trail that traverses into the Marble Mountain Wilderness. You’ll need to bring everything you need for these remote and spacious campsites. The only luxury out this far is Mother Nature at her best. P. S. We hear wh Read more...
On the banks of the Klamath River, Rocky Point River Access is a popular place to fish for chinook salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, and trout. You can swim in the river, or launch your kayak from the gravel boat ramp. You’ll find a scenic drive and lots of great hiking nearby.
Sluice Box River Access is on a section of the Klamath River where you’ll see many species of birds and an occasional river otter. (Say it with us: awwww!) Head a mile east for a day hike or backpacking on the Pacific Crest Trail. Drive about twenty miles to the Cook and Green Pass Geological and Botanical Area. If you’re into plants, it’s totally Read more...
China Point River Access is located near the banks of the Klamath River. It would be difficult to get an RV or trailer up to the camping area, so bring your tent! Go fishing in the river for chinook salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, and trout. This was once a popular area to pan for gold, which you can still do today! Just make sure to check the reg Read more...
Gordons Ferry River Access is a great camping spot near the beautiful Klamath River. The road down to the campsites isn’t recommended for RVs or trailers, so bring your tent! This is a popular fishing spot, and there are also great hiking and scenic drives nearby. Enjoy!
The campsites at Wingate Bar River Access are located on the banks of the Klamath River. This is a happenin' fishing spot, and there are also great hiking trails and a scenic byway nearby. You’ll find toilets here in the summer, but if you visit in the winter, you’re sh… err… you’re out of luck.
Back in the gold mining days Ferry Point River Access was a thriv’n little town with a hotel, dance hall, schools, and ferry to shuttle the pack trains over the Klamath. Now it’s the perfect riverside gravel bar for self contained RVs and dispersed campers to try out some steelhead fishing (don’t forget your permits), whitewater rafting, or to pon Read more...
Come bank fish, float your boat, or do some dispersed camping along the deep wide Klamath at Persido Bar River Access. The access offers a bathroom and information kiosk along with a great spot for a river bank campfire (with a permit of course!).
Wide open river bars, could mountain streams, and a big ol' lazy river. Life can sure be tough sometimes, but Ti Bar River Access on the Klamath River and CA HWY 96 will make it a little easier on ya. Dispersed camping for tents and trailers, and vault toilets are available. Raise your glass for a toast to the good life.
Lightly used and super remote, Nordheimer Flat River Access Campground has history, wildlife viewing, gold panning and non-motorized boating. Hike around the area to discover hold mining remnants and even a few fruit trees from old homesteaders. Walk your boat into the cobble bar for some white water rafting (levels vary depending on season) and f Read more...
So you’re floating down the river on your raft and you need a place to stay… Bridge Flat Campground to the rescue! This small, free campground is adjacent to the Bridge Flat River Access for an easy out with your raft. Let those muscles unwind while the sun goes down at this magical California oasis.
You want to know where to camp? Go where the locals go to swim at Hoteling Campground on the South Fork of the Salmon River. Primitive and spacious sites with fire rings and vault toilets--super remote. Super sweet.
Indian Scotty Campground on Scott River is especially popular on holiday weekends. Enjoy swimming, fishing, and rafting in the river, and you’ll have access to the Marble Mountain Wilderness. This campground has one group site and many standard sites, plus you’ll have views of Mount Shasta! (Major bonus there. )
Savage Rapids River Access features dispersed camping sites near the Klamath River. Enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding forest and mountains as you paddle your canoe through the river. Fishing for trout and salmon is very popular here.
Blue Heron River Access, on the banks of the Klamath River, is a popular fishing spot. There is room for RVs and trailers here. Take a drive along the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway to enjoy the scenery, or one of the many trails near the river.
Portuguese Creek River Access was a popular site for gold mining back in the day. This campground has picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet. This is a great spot to camp if you’re looking for amazing hiking trails, fishing, and boating in the Klamath River!
Cute little wayside campground on the banks of the Klamath. Good fish’n. Picnic tables for cleaning your catch and fire rings for cooking it! Fort Goff Campground is directly adjacent to Hwy 96, a quiet and scenic highway.
Six is the golden number at East Fork Campground. Hang out at one of the six, first-come, first-served campsites that sit at the confluence of the East and South forks of the Salmon River and try your hand at catching some trout for dinner. Rafting, swimming, birding and yes, even gold mining are popular activities here. Don’t be shy, bring your f Read more...
G’day, mate! Contrary to its name, jumping marsupials are not native to this region. You might not see kangaroos here, but rainbow trout, small mammals and many species of birds live here. Climb the short Fen Trail to the overlook at post 5 for stunning views of the area.
Ride a horse save a. . . . blister? Find your fav outfitter and trek into the wilderness on a borrowed noble steed starting at Hidden Horse Campground. Each of the six first-come first-served sites have their own 12’x12’ corral stalls and one is disability accessible. There are no watering troughs here so bring it with! There’s no discrimination h Read more...
Head over to this forested oasis for some good ol' fashion outdoor adventuring. There is plenty of dispersed camping around Brown Bear River Access, which offers a front seat view of the beautiful Klamath River. Make your base camp here and trek out on foot or kayak to take in some of the great scenery in this park. The river is lined with wise wi Read more...
West Branch Campground has family sites along the Indian Creek. This tranquil and shaded campground is a great area for bird watching. Drive north to the Indian Creek Brewer Spruce Botanical Area to see the Brewer spruce, a species only found in the Klamath Mountains. You can also check out the outlook about 7 miles north off of Grayback Road for Read more...
How would you like to fish in the same river that President Herbert Hoover himself tried his luck in? Try to hold in your excitement, cause there is some pretty great vibes going on at Gottville River Access. This scenic area is tucked in at a prime spot on the Klamath River, which is riddled with epic cascades, rapids, and waterfalls. From here, Read more...
Make the creek your country stoop for the weekend at scenic Beaver Creek Campground. With a limited number of sites, you can easily trade your raucous city neighbors for birds and deer. Just be sure to keep all food items secure to avoid any unwanted wilflife visits!
As every thru-hiker knows them mountain views can’t be beat in the high country. The remote Mt. Ashland Campground adjacent to the Pacific Crest Trail is case in point. Bring everything you’ll need, and Mother Nature will provide the rest.
Get your nature game going at the gorgeous Skeahan Bar River Access. With plenty of dispersed camping around, you’ll be sure to find a nice, secluded spot to set up your tent in this forested haven. The Klamath River is a beast (good kind of beast), boasting rapids, cascades, and waterfalls along its course. Plan ahead to explore the rugged river Read more...
Set just east of 55-acre Juanita Lake, Juanita Lake Campground offers convenient access to a boat launch for small rowboats, rafts and canoes (no motorboating in the literal sense please). Fishermen and women find this a choice spot because its regularly stocked with trout and has a healthy bass and catfish population. Newly completed is a 1. 5-mi Read more...
An option for that group fishing trip you’ve been meaning to organize, Juanita Lake Group Campground accommodates up to 50 people to ask the lake reflection who’s the best angler of them all. If you don’t emerge victorious, you can always walk it off with a six mile hike to Ball Mountain Lookout and its 2,700 feet of altitude.
Chinese immigrants once lived and farmed on this land, and imported the Chinese Tree of Heaven to remind them of their homeland--hence, the name. This campground has shady sites near the Klamath River for tents or RVs. Fancy looking past the trees and into the skies? Follow the interpretive trail along the river for information on local birds.
Orr Lake Campground is a popular fishing area. Amble along a scenic trail on the east edge of the lake to find access to fishing jetties and connect to your campsite. There is a boat ramp on the east shore and a hand-launch boat ramp on the north end. For an even more relaxing kickback sesh, you can also tube on the lake. Just be advised that wind Read more...
“Y’all supposed to be happy and free. ” That’s a visit to Martin’s Dairy Campground in a nutshell. Here you can lay out in a beautiful mountain meadow to work on your sketches, poetry or rhymes. This tranquil setting is where the Little Shasta River begins and is sure to send you back home rejuvenated.
Just a quarter mile north of the main campground, Martin’s Dairy Horse Camp provides campsites and small adjoining corrals with a shared water tank. Bringing your equine friend to the area is an excellent way to cover more ground, trotting through mountain meadows by the Little Shasta River and Little Shasta Spring.
A mini mecca of sorts for winter sports in northern California, Deer Mountain / Chuck Best Snowmobile Park welcomes snowmobilers, skiers and snowshoers to over 250 miles of snowmobile trails in the area. Breathe life into those frosty digits at the warming hut with a hot cocoa or hot toddy. This is also a primo spot in the summer to RV camp (vehic Read more...
Featuring lush meadows smattered with wildflowers, Shafter Campground is just the kind of place you may romanticize about giggling and rolling about in the grass with a lover. Fans of old railroads may enjoy an occasional passing train on the Southern Pacific Railroad and nearby Butte Creek is regularly stocked with brown and rainbow trout. The be Read more...
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Klamath National Forest
Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.
Escape humanity in a national forest that has it all. Rugged mountains, rolling hills, whitewater rivers, and tranquil lakes await you in the Klamath Mountains. Summertime treks range from easy to arduous.
Take long walks among towering Ponderosa pines and iconic Douglas firs. Keep an eye out for majestic birds, chittering squirrels, howling coyotes (at night) and black bears. There's no shortage of guides to take you kayaking, fishing or horseback riding.
The town of Happy Camp offers a great central location for your backwoods adventure. Catch gold fever by panning for gold the way prospectors used to. Scenic drives get you close to trailheads for day hikes.
If you love the white powdery stuff, Happy Camp serves as a home base for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
The 34 campgrounds in this area st
Escape humanity in a national forest that has it all. Rugged mountains, rolling hills, whitewater rivers, and tranquil lakes await you in the Klamath Mountains. Summertime treks range from easy to arduous.
Take long walks among towering Ponderosa pines and iconic Douglas firs. Keep an eye out for majestic birds, chittering squirrels, howling coyotes (at night) and black bears. There's no shortage of guides to take you kayaking, fishing or horseback riding.
The town of Happy Camp offers a great central location for your backwoods adventure. Catch gold fever by panning for gold the way prospectors used to. Scenic drives get you close to trailheads for day hikes.
If you love the white powdery stuff, Happy Camp serves as a home base for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
The 34 campgrounds in this area stay open from mid-May to late October. Camping within the park is on a first-come, first-served basis as managed by the Forest Service in Siskiyou County.
Activities in the park
45 campgrounds in Klamath National Forest
If you ever want to get really remote, Matthews Creek Campground is the place. It’s the kind of remote where you will have your own pool of emerald colored Salmon River water to baptize in. It’s the kind of remote where the nearest town’s population sign reads less than 200 people. There is no cell phone reception, no Wi-Fi; just a quaint campgrou Read more...
If you’re feeling idle take a trip into the wilds, and stay at Idlewild Campground on the North Fork of the Salmon River. Spacious and picturesque, the campsites have picnic tables, fire rings (fire permits needed in the summer), vault toilets, and water available. The only requirement: you must have a love for gett’n remote!
Near Canyon Creek, Lovers Camp Campground is close to fantastic hiking trails and the Marble Mountain Wilderness. This is a great starting point to hike to Marble Valley, Sky High Lakes, Red Rock Valley, Little Elk Lake, and Deep Lake. There are also accommodations here for equestrians.
Trail Creek Campground is located in near the creek, shaded by a towering forest. There’s great hiking around here, and you’ll have nearby access to the Trinity Alps Wilderness, Pacific Crest Trail, and Russian Wilderness. S'wild.
Fancy a remote wilderness hike? Mule Bridge campground has some primitive campground sites located at the start of the North Fork Trail on the Salmon River. Bring your own water or water filter… nature provides everything else!
Fancy a remote wilderness hike? Mule Bridge campground has some primitive campground sites located at the start of the North Fork Trail on the Salmon River. Bring your own water or water filter… nature provides everything else!
This small, remote campground is on the North Fork of the Salmon River. Red Bank Campground is a great spot for swimming, fishing for trout, and… panning for gold! Yep, you can pan for gold in the river, but check the regulations before you go. Give us a cut of the profits if you hit the jackpot!?
Fancy a camp by the town of Happy Camp? Curly Jack Campground offers shady and serene sites on the banks of the Klamath River. Fresh water and all the necessary primitive campground amenities will make you a Happy Camper!
Miles from nowhere, best take your time once you make it to Grider Creek Campground! Here there's nothing but the sounds of nature and the occasional Pacific Crest Trail hiker wandering out of the Marble Mountain Wilderness. Enjoy the dense forest and rushing creek from your tent or trailer. Campsite amenities include fire rings, so come on up and Read more...
Grab your horses and head on up to the high country! Norcross Campground is nestled beside the Marble Mountain Wilderness and offers two trailheads; the Elk Creek Trail and the Kelsey National Recreation Trail along Bear Creek to Bear Valley and Bear Lake. While you ponder which trail to take, relax at the campground with bacon and breakfast s'mor Read more...
Laze your days away on the banks of the mighty Klamath River at Sara Totten Campground. Located on scenic highway CA 96, this campground provides basic amenities plus not-so-basic river views. What's left? Inhale that cedar and watch the eagles soar.
Come bathe in the warm sulphur springs at the aptly named Sulphur Springs Campground. The campground is at the start of the Elk Creek Trail that traverses into the Marble Mountain Wilderness. You’ll need to bring everything you need for these remote and spacious campsites. The only luxury out this far is Mother Nature at her best. P. S. We hear wh Read more...
On the banks of the Klamath River, Rocky Point River Access is a popular place to fish for chinook salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, and trout. You can swim in the river, or launch your kayak from the gravel boat ramp. You’ll find a scenic drive and lots of great hiking nearby.
Sluice Box River Access is on a section of the Klamath River where you’ll see many species of birds and an occasional river otter. (Say it with us: awwww!) Head a mile east for a day hike or backpacking on the Pacific Crest Trail. Drive about twenty miles to the Cook and Green Pass Geological and Botanical Area. If you’re into plants, it’s totally Read more...
China Point River Access is located near the banks of the Klamath River. It would be difficult to get an RV or trailer up to the camping area, so bring your tent! Go fishing in the river for chinook salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, and trout. This was once a popular area to pan for gold, which you can still do today! Just make sure to check the reg Read more...
Gordons Ferry River Access is a great camping spot near the beautiful Klamath River. The road down to the campsites isn’t recommended for RVs or trailers, so bring your tent! This is a popular fishing spot, and there are also great hiking and scenic drives nearby. Enjoy!
The campsites at Wingate Bar River Access are located on the banks of the Klamath River. This is a happenin' fishing spot, and there are also great hiking trails and a scenic byway nearby. You’ll find toilets here in the summer, but if you visit in the winter, you’re sh… err… you’re out of luck.
Back in the gold mining days Ferry Point River Access was a thriv’n little town with a hotel, dance hall, schools, and ferry to shuttle the pack trains over the Klamath. Now it’s the perfect riverside gravel bar for self contained RVs and dispersed campers to try out some steelhead fishing (don’t forget your permits), whitewater rafting, or to pon Read more...
Come bank fish, float your boat, or do some dispersed camping along the deep wide Klamath at Persido Bar River Access. The access offers a bathroom and information kiosk along with a great spot for a river bank campfire (with a permit of course!).
Wide open river bars, could mountain streams, and a big ol' lazy river. Life can sure be tough sometimes, but Ti Bar River Access on the Klamath River and CA HWY 96 will make it a little easier on ya. Dispersed camping for tents and trailers, and vault toilets are available. Raise your glass for a toast to the good life.
Lightly used and super remote, Nordheimer Flat River Access Campground has history, wildlife viewing, gold panning and non-motorized boating. Hike around the area to discover hold mining remnants and even a few fruit trees from old homesteaders. Walk your boat into the cobble bar for some white water rafting (levels vary depending on season) and f Read more...
So you’re floating down the river on your raft and you need a place to stay… Bridge Flat Campground to the rescue! This small, free campground is adjacent to the Bridge Flat River Access for an easy out with your raft. Let those muscles unwind while the sun goes down at this magical California oasis.
You want to know where to camp? Go where the locals go to swim at Hoteling Campground on the South Fork of the Salmon River. Primitive and spacious sites with fire rings and vault toilets--super remote. Super sweet.
Indian Scotty Campground on Scott River is especially popular on holiday weekends. Enjoy swimming, fishing, and rafting in the river, and you’ll have access to the Marble Mountain Wilderness. This campground has one group site and many standard sites, plus you’ll have views of Mount Shasta! (Major bonus there. )
Savage Rapids River Access features dispersed camping sites near the Klamath River. Enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding forest and mountains as you paddle your canoe through the river. Fishing for trout and salmon is very popular here.
Blue Heron River Access, on the banks of the Klamath River, is a popular fishing spot. There is room for RVs and trailers here. Take a drive along the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway to enjoy the scenery, or one of the many trails near the river.
Portuguese Creek River Access was a popular site for gold mining back in the day. This campground has picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet. This is a great spot to camp if you’re looking for amazing hiking trails, fishing, and boating in the Klamath River!
Cute little wayside campground on the banks of the Klamath. Good fish’n. Picnic tables for cleaning your catch and fire rings for cooking it! Fort Goff Campground is directly adjacent to Hwy 96, a quiet and scenic highway.
Six is the golden number at East Fork Campground. Hang out at one of the six, first-come, first-served campsites that sit at the confluence of the East and South forks of the Salmon River and try your hand at catching some trout for dinner. Rafting, swimming, birding and yes, even gold mining are popular activities here. Don’t be shy, bring your f Read more...
G’day, mate! Contrary to its name, jumping marsupials are not native to this region. You might not see kangaroos here, but rainbow trout, small mammals and many species of birds live here. Climb the short Fen Trail to the overlook at post 5 for stunning views of the area.
Ride a horse save a. . . . blister? Find your fav outfitter and trek into the wilderness on a borrowed noble steed starting at Hidden Horse Campground. Each of the six first-come first-served sites have their own 12’x12’ corral stalls and one is disability accessible. There are no watering troughs here so bring it with! There’s no discrimination h Read more...
Head over to this forested oasis for some good ol' fashion outdoor adventuring. There is plenty of dispersed camping around Brown Bear River Access, which offers a front seat view of the beautiful Klamath River. Make your base camp here and trek out on foot or kayak to take in some of the great scenery in this park. The river is lined with wise wi Read more...
West Branch Campground has family sites along the Indian Creek. This tranquil and shaded campground is a great area for bird watching. Drive north to the Indian Creek Brewer Spruce Botanical Area to see the Brewer spruce, a species only found in the Klamath Mountains. You can also check out the outlook about 7 miles north off of Grayback Road for Read more...
How would you like to fish in the same river that President Herbert Hoover himself tried his luck in? Try to hold in your excitement, cause there is some pretty great vibes going on at Gottville River Access. This scenic area is tucked in at a prime spot on the Klamath River, which is riddled with epic cascades, rapids, and waterfalls. From here, Read more...
Make the creek your country stoop for the weekend at scenic Beaver Creek Campground. With a limited number of sites, you can easily trade your raucous city neighbors for birds and deer. Just be sure to keep all food items secure to avoid any unwanted wilflife visits!
As every thru-hiker knows them mountain views can’t be beat in the high country. The remote Mt. Ashland Campground adjacent to the Pacific Crest Trail is case in point. Bring everything you’ll need, and Mother Nature will provide the rest.
Get your nature game going at the gorgeous Skeahan Bar River Access. With plenty of dispersed camping around, you’ll be sure to find a nice, secluded spot to set up your tent in this forested haven. The Klamath River is a beast (good kind of beast), boasting rapids, cascades, and waterfalls along its course. Plan ahead to explore the rugged river Read more...
Set just east of 55-acre Juanita Lake, Juanita Lake Campground offers convenient access to a boat launch for small rowboats, rafts and canoes (no motorboating in the literal sense please). Fishermen and women find this a choice spot because its regularly stocked with trout and has a healthy bass and catfish population. Newly completed is a 1. 5-mi Read more...
An option for that group fishing trip you’ve been meaning to organize, Juanita Lake Group Campground accommodates up to 50 people to ask the lake reflection who’s the best angler of them all. If you don’t emerge victorious, you can always walk it off with a six mile hike to Ball Mountain Lookout and its 2,700 feet of altitude.
Chinese immigrants once lived and farmed on this land, and imported the Chinese Tree of Heaven to remind them of their homeland--hence, the name. This campground has shady sites near the Klamath River for tents or RVs. Fancy looking past the trees and into the skies? Follow the interpretive trail along the river for information on local birds.
Orr Lake Campground is a popular fishing area. Amble along a scenic trail on the east edge of the lake to find access to fishing jetties and connect to your campsite. There is a boat ramp on the east shore and a hand-launch boat ramp on the north end. For an even more relaxing kickback sesh, you can also tube on the lake. Just be advised that wind Read more...
“Y’all supposed to be happy and free. ” That’s a visit to Martin’s Dairy Campground in a nutshell. Here you can lay out in a beautiful mountain meadow to work on your sketches, poetry or rhymes. This tranquil setting is where the Little Shasta River begins and is sure to send you back home rejuvenated.
Just a quarter mile north of the main campground, Martin’s Dairy Horse Camp provides campsites and small adjoining corrals with a shared water tank. Bringing your equine friend to the area is an excellent way to cover more ground, trotting through mountain meadows by the Little Shasta River and Little Shasta Spring.
A mini mecca of sorts for winter sports in northern California, Deer Mountain / Chuck Best Snowmobile Park welcomes snowmobilers, skiers and snowshoers to over 250 miles of snowmobile trails in the area. Breathe life into those frosty digits at the warming hut with a hot cocoa or hot toddy. This is also a primo spot in the summer to RV camp (vehic Read more...
Featuring lush meadows smattered with wildflowers, Shafter Campground is just the kind of place you may romanticize about giggling and rolling about in the grass with a lover. Fans of old railroads may enjoy an occasional passing train on the Southern Pacific Railroad and nearby Butte Creek is regularly stocked with brown and rainbow trout. The be Read more...
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