Tolkan Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Access via unpaved King Peak Road.
Beach Hazards Statement issued January 19 at 1:14AM PST until January 20 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Humboldt Coast and Southwestern Humboldt Counties. * WHEN...From late tonight through Tuesday evening. . * IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
About
Tolkan Campground is a small, developed BLM campground in the King Range National Conservation Area, offering 9 first-come, first-served sites surrounded by large oak trees. Located 15 minutes up unpaved King Peak Road from Shelter Cove, the campground provides access to the only mountain bike trails in the King Range, including the Paradise Royale Mountain Bike Trail and Tolkan Terrain Park, both open year-round with no day use fees. The campground features basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, bear-proof trash cans, and vault toilets. Wheelchair accessible sites are available. There is no potable water on-site, and campers must bring their own. OHV access is not permitted. Tolkan serves as a convenient base for mountain bikers, hikers, and backpackers exploring the King Range. The campground provides access to Horse Mountain Creek Trailhead and is a 45-minute drive to Lightning Trailhead for those hiking to King Peak (4-wheel drive and good clearance recommended). Wilderness permits are required for overnight stays in the King Range Wilderness. Cell reception is unreliable throughout the area.
Directions
From Highway 101, take the Redway/Garberville exit. Follow signs to Shelter Cove/King Range NCA. Travel approximately 20 miles west from Redway, turn right onto King Peak Road (unpaved). Campground is approximately 15 minutes up King Peak Road.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (707) 986-5400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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