Carter Meadows Campground
The campground is temporarily closed, likely due to seasonal snow conditions at 5,800 feet elevation. Accessibility is determined by snow levels each year, and trails at this elevation may remain snow-covered into June. Contact the Salmon-Scott River Ranger District at (530) 468-5351 to confirm conditions before planning your trip. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov when the site is open.
Fire Weather Watch issued August 29 at 1:33PM PDT until August 31 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...In California...The Scott Valley in Fire weather zone 280, Fire weather zone 281, Fire weather zone 284 excepting the southeast portion of the zone, and Fire weather zone 285. In Oregon...Fire weather zone 624, excepting the Highway 97 corridor from Modoc Point to Chemult. * WIND...South winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph in the Scott Valley, and 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph in the Shasta Valley. Elsewhere, southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity 9 to 15 percent. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Carter Meadows Horse Group is a reservation-only equestrian campground situated at 5,800 feet elevation at the southern edge of Klamath National Forest. The partially shaded site is designed specifically for horse camping groups, accommodating up to 25 people and 25 horses. Facilities include seven one-horse corrals, three two-horse corrals, and three three-to-four horse corrals, along with a gravel parking area, gated entrance, hitch rack, and mounting ramp. The campground provides direct access to outstanding backcountry riding. It sits adjacent to the Trinity Alps Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail, with three trailheads accessible from the site leading to wilderness lakes and extensive trail networks. Campers must bring certified weed-free feed for horses, and grazing is prohibited within or adjacent to the site. Stock must remain confined to corrals or the parking area. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water from faucets, and picnic tables. Campfires are permitted, and campers are advised to buy firewood locally. A wilderness permit is required for overnight trips into the Trinity Alps. Due to the high elevation, accessibility is snow-dependent, and trails may remain snow-covered well into June.
Directions
From I-5 near Yreka, take Highway 3 south for 23 miles, then Highway 93 toward Cecilville for 12 miles to Carter Meadows Summit. Turn left on Road 39N08 approximately 1/2 mile past the summit; the site is 1/4 mile on the right.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 468-5351 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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