East Fork Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Reopened in September 2025 after flood damage repairs, but closes seasonally during winter months.
Hydrologic Outlook issued December 29 at 9:26PM PST by NWS Eureka CA
ESFEKA A series of atmospheric rivers will bring an increased risk for urban and small stream flooding late this week and into this weekend. The first round of rain will arrive Wednesday night into Thursday and provide generally light to moderate rainfall amounts. Locally heavy rain is expected in the King Range. This initial period of rain will set the stage for a more intense rainstorm expected to arrive Friday into Friday night. Current indications are for the heaviest rainfall to occur during the day on Friday into Friday night. The greatest risk for small stream flooding will occur during this time period and probably continue into Saturday after heavy rain has ended due to the lag in rainfall run-off. Road closures will be possible. At this point, the area of greatest concern is in southern Humboldt and northwest Mendocino counties. Small rivers, streams and creeks such as Elk river, Jacoby creek and Mattole river could exceed their banks and flood area roads. Southern Mendocino and Lake counties may also experience heavy rain and road flooding will be possible. Mainstem rivers will also likely rise sharply and will need to be monitored for possible flood stage exceedance. Be on the lookout for watches, advisories and warning as this next heavy rain event unfolds. Stay alert and remember to never attempt to drive through water covered roads. Water may be moving much faster than you think.
About
East Fork Campground is a small, intimate campground nestled along the East Fork of Willow Creek in Six Rivers National Forest. Situated at 680 feet elevation, the campground sits under a mixed canopy of big leaf maple, Douglas fir, Port Orford cedar, and oak woodland. Most sites offer creekside access to a small creek ideal for wading and swimming. The campground provides a peaceful forest setting with shaded sites featuring picnic tables and fire rings. Located approximately 4 miles west of Willow Creek, known as the Bigfoot capital of the world, and 4 miles from the Trinity River, the campground offers easy access to fishing, swimming, and whitewater rafting. The area provides opportunities for biking, hiking, and horseback riding, as well as fishing for migratory salmon and steelhead trout in the Trinity River. The surrounding Six Rivers National Forest and nearby oak woodlands provide habitat for threatened and endangered species, including bald eagles and peregrine falcons. The campground reopened in September 2025 after being closed for over a year due to flood damage. It operates seasonally and closes during winter months. Campers must bring their own drinking and cooking water as no water is available on-site. The location is approximately 32 miles east of Arcata and 105 miles west of Redding on Highway 299.
Directions
Approximately 32 miles east of Arcata and 105 miles west of Redding on Highway 299, four miles west of Willow Creek. The campground is directly off Highway 299.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 629-2118 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| East Fork Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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