California / Trinity County / Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Hayden Flat Group Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

About

Located at 1,200 feet elevation along the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, Hayden Flat Group Campground offers three group sites converted from the campground's upper loop. The campground provides direct access to one of California's premier river recreation destinations, with the Trinity River offering fishing, swimming, floating, rafting, and kayaking opportunities. River access is available for hand-carried boats. The campground serves as a base for exploring the Trinity Alps Wilderness, with several trailheads located nearby. The Trinity River is subject to periodic flow changes from releases at Lewiston Dam, and conditions can vary significantly. Generally, the section from Pigeon Point to Big Flat is too dangerous for tubers and family canoeists, while the Cedar Flat to Grays Falls section is recommended for expert boaters only. Commercial guides operate under Forest Service permits and provide quality raft trips and whitewater instruction. Each group site includes picnic tables and fire pits. The campground has vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own. The facility is located on the north side of Highway 299 behind a locked gate at the top of the campground. Reservations are required and can be made through Recreation.gov.

Directions

From the Big Bar Ranger Station, travel west on State Route 299 through the community of Big Bar. Proceed 7 miles through the town of Del Loma, continuing east 1 more mile to the campground. The campground will be on the right (north) side of State Route 299 behind a locked gate.

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