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.
Red Flag Warning issued July 20 at 8:31AM PDT until July 20 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* AFFECTED AREA...Interior Humboldt County, Trinity County, and southwestern Siskiyou County. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated dry thunderstorms possible through this afternoon. Confidence is low. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusty and erratic outflow winds of up to 30 mph is possible. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
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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