West Branch Campground
Closed — Closed due to severe fire damage from the Slater Fire in September 2020. Facilities were significantly affected.
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 10 at 12:25PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches with up to a 13 inches over mountain peaks and ridges. * WHERE...Elevations above 5000 feet in the Salmon and Scott Mountains in western Siskiyou County. * WHEN...From 8 PM Saturday to 11 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be difficult over higher remote terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities
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
Driving on roads and highways in the National Forests of California can be a pleasant adventure or it can be frustrating, tiring, and sometimes even hazardous. For current road conditions anywhere in California, call 1-800-427-7623 or visit the Cal Trans web site.
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
West Branch Campground sits along the West Branch of Indian Creek in the Klamath National Forest, approximately 12 miles north of Happy Camp on Indian Creek Road. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression, the site originally served as a camp for crews building Greyback Road, later became a fire guard station, and eventually opened as a public campground. The campground features 10 family campsites scattered throughout a shaded setting that camping guidebooks have described as quiet, secluded, and tranquil. The campground was severely burned by the Slater Fire in September 2020, which significantly impacted facilities. The area offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, scenery, swimming, and serves as the last Forest Service campground on the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway before the Oregon border. When open, the campground operates as a no-fee facility on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day camping limit. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash.
Directions
From Happy Camp, go north on Indian Creek Road/Forest Road 48 approximately 12 miles to the campground on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| 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 | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 842-6131 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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