Preacher Meadow

About

Preacher Meadow Campground sits in a serene forested setting along Swift Creek within the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The campground offers 44 single sites in its primary loop, meandering through mature cedar, ponderosa pine, and deciduous trees. A second loop with 16 additional sites is generally closed. Each campsite features a stone fire ring, Klamath stove, and picnic table, with paved roads and unsurfaced spurs. The campground is a favorite among hikers as it provides convenient access to the popular Swift Creek trailhead. Equestrians are welcome, with a horse corral installed in 2022 that accommodates up to 16 animals. Trinity Lake is nearby, offering boating, fishing, waterskiing, and swimming opportunities. The lake is known for smallmouth and largemouth bass, rainbow trout, kokanee salmon, and Chinook salmon. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets but no potable water. Campers must bring their own water supply. The campground operates on a first-come-first-served basis with payment via the Recreation.gov Scan & Pay app or cash/check at the iron ranger on site. Be aware that poison oak is abundant in the surrounding forest, and proper food storage is required due to wildlife activity.

Directions

From Weaverville, take Highway 3 north for 27 miles. Turn left at the campground sign. The campground is 0.5 miles from the turnoff, approximately one mile south of Trinity Center.