Hobo Gulch Campground/Trailhead
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Access road conditions may limit winter access depending on weather. High-clearance vehicle recommended.
National Forest System Roads
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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.…
Upper Ski Bowl Parking Restriction Order
There is a need to protect natural resources in the Panther Basin area, which is located on Mt. Shasta within the Mt. Shasta Ranger District. This Forest Order will restrict overnight parking at the Upper Ski Bowl parking lot due to a high concentration of recreational use which is causing…
About
Hobo Gulch Campground is a secluded primitive camping destination tucked along the North Fork of the Trinity River in Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The campground offers 10 rustic tent-only sites available on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees required. Basic facilities include vault toilets, but campers must bring their own water or filter from nearby river sources. The primary draw for this remote location is the Hobo Gulch Trailhead, situated half a mile above the campground. This trailhead opens the door to some of the most spectacular backcountry in the Trinity Alps Wilderness, with popular destinations including Grizzly Lake and Papoose Lake. The area offers an authentic wilderness experience far from developed campgrounds. Access requires navigating a 12-mile stretch of Hobo Gulch Road (34N07Y), and a high-clearance vehicle is recommended. No trailers are permitted due to road conditions and limited site space. The remote location and primitive facilities make this campground best suited for experienced campers seeking solitude and wilderness access.
Directions
From the Big Bar Ranger Station, travel east on Highway 299W for seven miles to Helena Bridge. At Helena Bridge, turn right on East Fork Road for approximately 3 miles to Hobo Gulch Road (34N07Y). Continue on Hobo Gulch Road for 12 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 226-2500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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