Scott Mountain Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations or fees required. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water.
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
Scott Mountain Campground is a primitive, no-fee campground located at the summit of Scott Mountain along State Route 3 in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Situated approximately 53 miles north of Weaverville, this small campground offers between 5 and 7 campsites with basic amenities including fire rings and picnic tables. The campground is positioned directly on the Pacific Crest Trail, making it a popular stop for PCT thru-hikers and section hikers. The campground can accommodate trailers up to 15 feet in length at select sites, though most sites are better suited for tent camping. As a dry camping facility, there is no potable water available, and campers must bring all necessary water. Vault toilets are provided, accessed by a dirt path at a slight slope. The site features ADA benches and some accessibility considerations. A scenic meadow near the campground contains diverse native plants, and visitors are asked to stay out of the meadow to protect these species. Open year-round with first-come, first-served access, Scott Mountain Campground offers a remote camping experience at high elevation. The surrounding area provides opportunities for wildlife viewing, plant observation, day hiking on the PCT, backpacking, and hunting. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet within the developed campground area. The campground's location at the summit provides a peaceful setting for those seeking a primitive camping experience in the Trinity Alps region.
Directions
From Weaverville, take State Route 3 north for 53.4 miles to the top of Scott Mountain summit. Campground is located on the highway to the left of the summit sign.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 15ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 623-2121 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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