Carter Meadows Horse Group
Closed for the season due to snow. Opening depends on snowmelt conditions; snow may cover high-elevation trails well into June. This campground is reservation-only and does not accept walk-in reservations.
Red Flag Warning issued July 23 at 11:38AM PDT until July 24 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 1 PM to 8 PM PDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...Mostly the Shasta and Scott valleys of Fire Weather Zones 280 and 281, but also portions of the Klamath National Forest. * WINDS...Southwest to west 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * MINIMUM HUMIDITY...10 to 15 percent. * DURATION...3 to 7 hours Friday afternoon. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
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About
Carter Meadows Horse Group lies at the southern edge of the Klamath National Forest on the South Fork of the Salmon River at 5,800 feet elevation. Designed exclusively for equestrian groups, it accommodates up to 25 people and 25 horses with an extensive corral system: seven 1-horse corrals, three 2-horse corrals, and three 3-4 horse corrals. The site includes a gravel parking area, gated entrance, hitch rack, and mounting ramp for easy access. The campground sits adjacent to the Trinity Alps Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail. From here, groups can ride to three trailheads accessing several wilderness lakes and many miles of trails. Nearby Carter Meadows Summit offers day hikes along the PCT to Hidden Lake and South Fork Lakes. Fishing is available in nearby streams and wilderness lakes. Campers must bring certified weed-free feed as grazing is prohibited. Horses must remain in corrals or the parking area. Hikers and horsemen heading into Trinity Alps Wilderness for overnight trips require a Wilderness Permit obtained in advance.
Directions
From Interstate 5 near Yreka, take the south Yreka exit onto Highway 3 south and continue for 23 miles. Turn right on Highway 93 toward Cecilville and continue 12 miles to Carter Meadows Summit. Approximately 1/2 mile beyond the summit, turn left on Road 39N08. The Group Site is another 1/4 mile on the right.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| 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 | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 468-5351 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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