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Big Flat Campground

Big Flat Campground is located in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, featuring forested terrain with nearby rivers. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 30°F in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Smith River National Recreation Area and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Big Flat Campground is a small, quiet campground bordered by Hurdygurdy Creek. Since it is far from towns and highways, it’s the perfect place to “get away from it all.” The campground is semi-open; trees shade some sites, others have part-shade. Shrubs and grass fill in between sites.

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Location

Big Flat Campground is located in California

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Directions

Directions: From the visitor center turn right onto 199 and drive 7.2 miles west. Turn left onto to South Fork Road (County Road 427). The sign will also read Howland Hill Scenic Drive, Stout Grove, and Myrtle Beach. Go ½ mile and bear left at the “Y” intersection to stay on South Fork Road. Continue for 14 miles and turn left on County Road 405. Campground entrance is 1/4 mile on the left.

Coordinates

41.68800085 N
123.90800018 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Poor
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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2 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 3, 2022

Small town campground

Good campground w/ paved spots. Cool fire pits and wood burning stoves.

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  • Review photo of Big Flat Campground by Tommy B., October 3, 2022
  • Review photo of Big Flat Campground by Tommy B., October 3, 2022
  • Review photo of Big Flat Campground by Tommy B., October 3, 2022
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Reviewed Sep. 7, 2020

Nice, small and mostly quiet campground

We came to the area to boondock but really struggled to find a place along the south fork of the Smith River. It was getting later in the afternoon and we ran upon this sweet, small campground so we decided to stay the weekend and bail on boondocking. The campground is clean and well maintained. It was Labor Day weekend and we were surprised that at least half of the spots were available Friday night. The crowds did come on Saturday and it was a little rowdier than we intended to be in. We ended up leaving a day early mainly because you couldn’t have camp fires, it was crowded and a bit noisy. That said, this is probably a great place to stay off season.

  • Review photo of Big Flat Campground by Tim K., September 7, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Big Flat Campground?

    Big Flat Campground allows vehicles up to 30 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Big Flat Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Big Flat Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Big Flat Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Big Flat Campground does not have wifi.