The best camping near Klamath National Forest

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Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.

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Rocky Point River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Portuguese Creek River Access

5 sites In Klamath National Forest

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Juanita Lake Group Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

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Orr Lake Campground

8 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Shafter Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Fort Goff Campground

5 sites In Klamath National Forest

Grider Creek Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Sarah Totten Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Tree of Heaven Campground

21 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Hotelling Campground

4 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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Kangaroo Lake Campground

18 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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Martin's Dairy Horse Camp

4 sites In Klamath National Forest

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$10

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Persidio Bar River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Deer Mountain / Chuck Best Snowmobile Park

8 sites In Klamath National Forest

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Juanita Lake Campground

23 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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$15

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Beaver Creek Campground

8 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Curly Jack Campground

16 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Sulphur Springs Campground

6 sites In Klamath National Forest

Skeahan Bar River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Gottville River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Brown Bear River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Blue Heron River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

China Point River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Gordons Ferry River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Ti Bar River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Nordheimer Flat River Access

16 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Bridge Flat Campground

4 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Indian Scotty Group Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

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Lovers Camp Campground

8 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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Matthews Creek Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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Mulebridge Campground

4 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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Trail Creek Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Mt. Ashland Campground

9 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Norcross Campground

4 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

West Branch Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Savage Rapids River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Mule Bridge Trailhead

4 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Red Bank Campground

5 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Wingate Bar River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Ferry Point River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

Martins Dairy Campground

6 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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$10

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Sluice Box River Access

1 site · RV, Tent In Klamath National Forest

East Fork Campground

6 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Hidden Horse Campground

6 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

Idlewild Campground

11 sites · RVs, Tents In Klamath National Forest

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Top-rated campgrounds near Klamath National Forest

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Cedar Bloom

157 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Cave Junction, OR

Cedar Bloom was purchased in the spring of 2017 by Spirit Weavers Gathering as a place of peace and healing, for all walks of life. Spirit Weavers is an annual women's gathering which happens once a year each June. We host over 1,200 women in just two weeks on the land. Our beautiful forested land is located in Southern Oregon, in a small town off the 199 Redwood Highway. The land which we call home is 100 acres of beautiful protected forest and sits upon a mile of the Illinois River. We are very fortunate to be surrounded by a widely diverse population of flora and fauna. As caretakers of this sacred land, we feel a strong responsibility to honor our plant and animal allies by not only protecting them and their habitat, but also to help educate others about what lives and grows here by providing people with opportunities to experience the beauty of these plants and animals for themselves. For this reason, We are honored to host the many different groups who will gather here on this land for learning and communing with the nature that flourishes here. We feel very fortunate to be involved in this process of helping promote a sustainable and abundant future for all living things on this planet by sharing knowledge and skills from the human past that can make a sustainable lifestyle a reality for everyone everywhere. This is our home and we are happy to share it with you!

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Trailer Lane Campground

19 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Weed, CA

Conveniently located along I-5 just south of the CA/OR border, we have 15 acres that are a mix of conifer forest and a chaparral hilltop with spectacular views of Mount Shasta. Our small, friendly campground offers clean, comfortable bathrooms with (free!) hot showers and a coin-op laundry room. Community fire pit and BBQ area, too! Minutes from world-class fishing, hiking, climbing, kayaking, skiing... all year long, it's an outdoorsman's paradise! Use us as your base camp for all your North State adventures! Did we mention we have barn cats, goats, chickens, and turkeys to watch, feed and pet? Fruit trees and wild blackberries. Walking trails through the forest, and the most perfect hilltop spot to kick back in our comfy Adirondacks with a glass of wine to stargaze.

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Sustainable Ecovillage

5 sites · Lodging160 acres · Gasquet, CA

The Smith River Complex Fire took our property on August 16th, 2023. Updates on our progress here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fucaTaOwf5c PLEASE NOTE, 4WD is required in order to access the sites. Please message me if you have any questions prior to booking. Sustainable Ecovillage is an off-grid project for sustainable living. If you are looking for a unique experience and up for rustic accommodations among goats, chickens, a permaculture food forest with a few off-grid perks, we welcome you to join us in our mountainous, wilderness paradise! Our 160-acre property is surrounded by about a million acres of National Forest. Our neighborhood is all made of trees, huckleberry bushes and animals. We love it here. It is very remote, peaceful, and functionally sustainable in its focus. The closest neighbor is a Buddhist Hermitage about a mile up the forestry road. Also, supposedly, Sasquatch live here! (it is the epicenter for documented sightings). Most visitors to the area are interested in spending time in the redwoods – we are about 30-45 minutes from the nearest entrance to Jedediah Smith Park, home of Stout Grove and other beautiful redwood hikes. Driving into Crescent City, about 45-60 minutes, winds you right through the "gentle giants" on your way to or from Redwood National Park. We are self-sufficient, and sustainable in a relatively primitive set-up, especially after the fire this year. It's mountainous and remote, and we have a community agreement about no smoking (of any kind) on our land.

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Ramblin' Redwoods Campground

80 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Crescent City, CA

Experience the thrill of RV or tent camping under a canopy of soaring spruce, hemlock, Douglas fir, and Redwoods; the world’s tallest trees towering overhead. The 78-mile stretch of US-101 from Eureka to Crescent City, CA was dubbed “The Redwood Highway” for good reason. The Ramblin’ Redwoods Campground and RV Park is located minutes from Redwood National; State Parks, Redwood National Forest, Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park, Del Norte Coast Redwood State Park,Tolowa Dunes State Park and the wild and scenic Smith River.

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Klamath’s best kept secret

20 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Klamath, CA

We have been a family owned RV Park/Campground for over 40 years. This is a very rustic, old-fashioned campground located at the end of a neighborhood next to the river. As mentioned this is also a RV Park so there will be RVs on site. It is an open field campground dispersed with trees. Neighbors will be present. The river access is right over the levee just a few minutes walk from your campsite. Fishing on the river is allowed but you need a license. We are near the woods and river so wildlife is present. Please make sure your food is put away nightly to discourage critters from coming into camp. The campground is just a short drive from a selection of hiking or biking trails. As well as other attractions like the Jet Boat Tours and Trees of Mystery. Located at the end of a glen cell service in this area can be spotty or non existent depending on the carrier. Wifi is available near main house but is limited to emails, messaging and mapping your next adventure. We welcome people of all seasons. Just ask that you are kind and respectful to each other. Well Behaved Pets Are Allowed. Children and Laughter are Always Welcome. We look forward to your visit. August and September there will be fisher persons in the campground. So be warned of early morning engine noise as they head out to the river for fishing. Electric cars that want to charge there is a $10 fee at time of service. Must make arrangements ahead of a time because 50 amp services are limited. Plus you need to bring your own adapters.

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Mystic Forest Campground

20 sites · Lodging, Tents50 acres · Klamath, CA

Mystic Forest is a small, family-run campground between Klamath, CA, and Crescent City. We have 50 acres of beautiful forest sprinkled with redwood trees. We have restrooms, showers, laundry facility, a game room, a mini golf course, horseshoes, and a half-mile trail. We are pet-friendly. At the office you can find some grocery and redwoods souvenirs.

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Ossia Village Farm

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Crescent City, CA

Wake up to bird songs and wildflowers, fall asleep to the distant sound of waves hitting Kellogg Beach. Ossia Village Farm is a 5-acre collaborative homestead on a retired hydrangea farm. Enjoy the on-site U-Pick veggie and flower gardens, bike to the beach or the Smith river, drive 10 minutes to the Redwoods, schedule a lesson with our resident surf instructor. Amenities include flushing toilets, drinking water, electric hot water kettle, camp kitchen (bring your own stove and dishes), charcoal grill, tub and shower. Please contact host for access to washer and dryer.

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Woods, Waves & Wags/Hipcamp

6 sites · Lodging, Tents1 acre · Klamath, CA

GLAMPING near the REDWOODS and OCEAN! Near Prairie Creek National Park. A private home property with an active Airbnb and now Hip Camp! Come pitch your tent ,Car camp, or book a room! Very Close to the Beach and Redwoods and "Trees of Mystery" Park. We have Yard games, Fire pits, and are Dog friendly!.

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Osprey’s Perch

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · CA

The Salmon River watershed is among the cleanest in the world. There are plenty of hiking trails and beautiful places to experience. Osprey’s Perch is set up well for serving as a base camp for local activities like hunting, fishing, kayaking, rafting, day hiking, or just spending time on the river at one of the few private access points in existence. Camp is set up in a way that enables you to roast some brussel sprouts, or bake a pie if you so desire. I mean, how many camps offer that! The commercial gas range also serves as a great backup when fire restrictions are in effect! I hope you enjoy your stay and if you have any questions please reach out! Learn more about this land: Osprey’s perch is a small campsite perched above the Salmon River. The pit toilet is just downhill from the camp at the end of a trail winding down through the meadow and to the right. There is private access to secluded swimming and fishing holes on the lower Salmon River down the meadow trail and to the left. A bridge provides shelter from rain if needed. The area is known for its world class steelhead fishing and is unparalleled in its natural beauty. The elk even stop by occasionally on a late winter/early spring morning if you are lucky enough to get the timing right… I hope you enjoy our most recently additions, tent pads on a nice deep bed of chips, and a dog run for your best friend!

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Yale Creek Ranch

8 sites · Lodging44 acres · Jacksonville, OR

Located in the beautiful Applegate Valley, Yale Creek Ranch seeks to create a beneficial and respectful environment for visitors to have meaningful experiences. There are six cabins and one dome and a main house on the property, which gives the ranch has a community feel while being spacious enough to provide privacy. The ranch is a great place to relax because of the beautiful landscape, lack of internet and cell service, and comfy lodgings. There are also many things to do in the nearby area, including visiting excellent wineries or hiking the Sterling ditch mine trail. For outdoor enthusiasts, there is Mt. Ashland for mountain biking, and the Rogue River for boating. Despite having the feeling of being away from city life, Ashland is only 45 minutes away. Popular things to do in the city include the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, or spending time in Lithia Park. Despite having the feeling of being away from city life, Ashland is only 45 minutes away. Popular things to do in the city include the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, or spending time in Lithia Park.

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Radio Ranch Camp

8 sites · Lodging30 acres · Burnt Ranch, CA

Welcome nature lovers, adventurers, foragers, outdoor-enthusiasts, rock hounds, bird watchers, and tree huggers. If you love to fish, hike, forage, raft, swim, kayak, camp, go tubing, or explore, Radio Ranch is a must-experience respite in the woods. We are conveniently located between Portland, OR and San Francisco, CA, between Eureka, CA and Redding, CA. We are 15 minutes from Willow Creek, 1 hour from HWY 101 and 2.5 hours from I-5. Our one of a kind, 100% off-grid luxury campsites offer complete privacy and views you can't get anywhere else! Each site is located near one of our creeks so you can enjoy the sounds of flowing water. Visit our *two* large waterfalls on a hike through 30 beautiful acres. Our light show at dusk lasts approximately 3 hours each evening because we believe that nighttime should be just as beautiful as the day. Breathtaking views of Ironside Mountain make a gorgeous backdrop for weddings, events, and photoshoots. Ask about whole property rental! Each site rental comes with shared access to modern off-grid showers, restrooms (including our very popular clawfoot tub), and an outdoor kitchen with BBQs and a wood-fired pizza oven plus public space that is Instagram worthy. Free WIFI is also included, so it is perfect for remote workers. Check-in is contactless and simple. We only allow 2-10 guests on the property at once, so it's peaceful and quiet and feels like it's all yours! Don't wait to book because space is very limited. Treat yourself to a stay with us. Radio Ranch is the perfect place to get away from it all, while still having it all. Relax and rejuvenate at Radio Ranch. *Recommended for ages 21+. Children under 21 must be accompanied by a guardian. Pets are welcome for a small pet fee! This is an off-grid experience, meaning there are no electrical outlets. We recommend bringing a backup battery to charge devices. This experience may not be suitable for those who need electricity for medical equipment.

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Free Your Mind Camping

4 sites · RVs, Tents120 acres · Gasquet, CA

Welcome to the Wild West Coast! Where the mountains meet the sea. The campground land is remotely located on private property and perfectly located for excursions to the Pacific Ocean, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, the Smith River National Recreation Area, and the Pacific Coast Ranges and mountain lakes such as the Devil's Punchbowl, Buck Lake, and Raspberry Lake. Relax and free you mind while camping on 120+ acres of private property under starry skies with almost no light or noise pollution. You are not alone on the mountain as other people live here in the wild. You only have access to the campground and a nearby pond. In the surrounding area you can enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, surfing, mushrooming, berry-picking, beachcombing, birdwatching, and countless other outdoor activities. The campsites have picnic tables and fire rings, and campers are provided with 5 gallons of potable water. An outdoor, COLD-water Artesian shower, out in the open mountain air with the wild things and an outhouse with a compost toilet are also provided. Bundles of firewood are available for an extra charge when you book your campsite. The campsites are set within a deciduous and pine forest at about 1913 feet in elevation. There is a pond on the property, but its purpose is for wildlife habitat ONLY, so water activities are NOT allowed. NO swimming, NO fishing, NO boating, NO trapping, etc. The wild things live here! The property owner has a dog, three cats, and a menagerie of yard birds such as turkeys, peacocks, guinea hens, chickens, ducks, geese, etc. They do make noise! Kirk has lived off-grid for over twenty years and holds a wealth of information about the Gasquet/Del Norte County area. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the property is that it has had documented Sasquatch encounters over the past twenty years that have been published in "Tribal Bigfoot" (D. Paulides 2009). Kirk can tell you about his experiences with this and other phenomena on the property.

The best camping near Klamath National Forest guide

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Escape humanity in a national forest that has it all. Rugged mountains, rolling hills, whitewater rivers, and tranquil lakes await you in the Klamath Mountains. Summertime treks range from easy to arduous.

Take long walks among towering Ponderosa pines and iconic Douglas firs. Keep an eye out for majestic birds, chittering squirrels, howling coyotes (at night) and black bears. There's no shortage of guides to take you kayaking, fishing or horseback riding.

The town of Happy Camp offers a great central location for your backwoods adventure. Catch gold fever by panning for gold the way prospectors used to. Scenic drives get you close to trailheads for day hikes.

If you love the white powdery stuff, Happy Camp serves as a home base for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.

The 34 campgrounds in this area stay open from mid-May to late October. Camping within the park is on a first-come, first-served basis as managed by the Forest Service in Siskiyou County.

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Immerse yourself in the Pacific Northwest's beauty by camping near the Klamath River. From thrilling white water rafting to tranquil fishing moments, your Klamath River camping journey promises a wonderful balance of relaxation and adventure.