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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’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!
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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’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!
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...