Bridge Camp

About

Bridge Camp Campground sits at the end of a winding dirt road along the North Fork of Stuart Fork Creek in Shasta-Trinity National Forest. This 10-site primitive campground serves as the primary trailhead for Stuart's Fork Trail, one of the most popular routes into the Trinity Alps Wilderness. The campground is thickly wooded with Douglas fir and mixed deciduous trees, with some sites positioned at the water's edge. Designed as an equestrian campground, Bridge Camp features a corral accommodating up to 10 pack animals and two hitching rails. The two sites closest to the trailhead are walk-in only. All sites have picnic tables and fire rings with grills. Vault toilets are available year-round, while potable water from spigots is only operational from Memorial Day weekend through October 31. The campground operates first-come, first-served only. Visitors must be physically present to claim and pay for a site on the same day. Payment options include the Recreation.gov Scan & Pay app or the on-site Iron Ranger accepting cash or check. Access to the campground requires passing through Trinity Alps Resort and continuing two miles on an unsurfaced road with a low water crossing and steep hill that may require high clearance or 4WD.

Directions

From Weaverville, take Highway 3 north for 13 miles. Cross over the Stuart Fork Bridge and turn left onto Trinity Alps Resort Road. Pass through the resort and continue two miles on a dirt road to the campground. Note: The road includes a low water crossing and steep hill; high clearance or 4WD may be necessary.