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.
Freeze Warning issued October 11 at 7:43PM PDT until October 12 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 degrees in Oregon, but in northern California these temperatures could be around 23 degrees. * WHERE...Valleys of western and central Siskiyou County, including the Shasta Valley, Scott Valley, portions of the lower Klamath River Valley. This also includes Mount Shasta City and areas to the east. * WHEN...For the first Freeze Warning, until 8 AM PDT this morning. For the second Freeze Warning, from 2 AM to 9 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. * View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
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.…
Temporarily closure of approximately 3.5 miles of National Forest System Roads 47N01
This Forest Order temporarily closing approximately 3.5 miles of National Forest System Roads 47N01, 47N44, and 47N52 on September 16, 2026. These closures encompass the road segments in the vicinity of helicopter operations occurring on the west fork and main channel of Beaver Creek and the…
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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