Trail Creek Campground

Open

Open for the season as of May 1. Water faucets are non-potable until further notice; campers should bring their own drinking water. First-come, first-served only. Maximum stay is 14 days.

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.…

Wilderness Area Restrictions - Siskiyou , Marble Mountain, and Russian Wilderness

Storing or leaving unattended any equipment, personal property or supplies for a period of more than 24 hours Disposing of debris, garbage, or other waste. Possessing or using a bicycle, wagon, cart, or other mechanized mode of travel. Entering or being in the Siskiyou Wilderness, Marble…

Trinity Alps Wilderness Area Restrictions

To provide for public safety and protect natural resources, the acts listed in the full order are prohibited within the Trinity Alps Wilderness Area is effective through September 19, 2028.

Road and Driving Conditions

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Siskiyou Crest Seasonal Safety Closure

The following acts are prohibited within the Siskiyou Crest Vehicle Closure Area (the Area) along the Siskiyou Crest from Mount Ashland to Siskiyou Peak, as described in and illustrated on Exhibit A in Forest Order No. 24-05-10.Using a motorized vehicle including an over-the-snow vehicle off…

Wilderness Area Restrictions

To protect natural resources, the following are prohibited within the Trinity Alps Wilderness, Siskiyou Wilderness, Marble Mountain Wilderness, and Russian Wilderness Areas. Leaving unnattended property for more than 24 hoursDumping trash or waste.Using bicycles or other vehicles.Group use over…

Camping Stay Limitations

Camping restrictions on the Klamath National Forest are :Camping in any one location for more than 14 consecutive daysWithin the Klamath National Forest for more than 30 days per calendar year

About

Trail Creek Campground is a small, well-shaded campground situated along the East Fork of the South Fork Salmon River in the Klamath National Forest. At approximately 5,000 feet elevation, the campground provides a peaceful basecamp for exploring the surrounding wilderness areas. Access is via Forest Road 39N08, off paved County Road 1C02 (Callahan-Cecilville Road), about 14 miles from the town of Callahan. The campground has 12 sites and basic amenities including vault toilets. While water faucets are present, they may not always be operational. Campers should be prepared to pack out all trash as garbage services are not provided. The maximum stay is 14 days. The location serves as an excellent gateway to the Trinity Alps and Russian Wildernesses. Fish Lake Trailhead, located just south of the campground on the Forest Service road, provides access to trails heading south along Fish Lake Creek to Fish Lake and deeper into the Trinity Alps Wilderness, offering outstanding backcountry hiking and fishing opportunities.

Directions

From Callahan, take the Callahan-Cecilville Road (County Road 1C02) for approximately 14 miles. Turn onto Forest Road 39N08 to reach 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 $10

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 468-5351

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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