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Bridge Camp (Ca) — Shasta Trinity National Forest

Bridge Camp in Shasta-Trinity National Forest is surrounded by forested terrain with a mix of trees and underbrush. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Trinity River for fishing and hiking trails that explore the diverse landscape.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Overview

Bridge Camp Campground is located on Staurt Forts Creek, it has a total of 10 single sites with an average back in around 16ft. This campground has vault toilets and water spigots dependent on season. There are picnic tables and fire rings with grills on top located at each site. The campground is a horse camp and remote. This Campground is on a First Come - First Serve Basis, vistors are required to physically be at the campground to purchase and claim a site. You must also occupy the area the day you pay for it, no advance payments. We encourage our visitors to download the recreation.gov app to take advantage of the Scan & Pay Option. There is also a Iron Ranger on site that you can pay with cash or check.__

Recreation

Trinity offers wholesome memories, perfect for families, adventures and everything in-between. There are multiple hiking trails and rivers making it the perfect destination for exploration. Popular activities on Trinity Lake include boating, fishing, sailing and water skiing.__ Different Species of fish in Trinity Lake include smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, catfish, kokanee salmon, Chinook salmon. Bass fishing ___ dredger piles near the head of the lake is the most promising locations. Fishing near the shoreline during spring (March-June) is best. Trout fishing ___ found year-round throughout the lake but best during spring where they can be found nearly anywhere. During the summer months trout tend to stay near the mouths of the major tributaries.

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Trinity offers wholesome memories, perfect for families, adventures and everything in-between. There are multiple hiking trails and rivers making it the perfect destination for exploration. Popular activities on Trinity Lake include boating, fishing, sailing and water skiing.__ Different Species of fish in Trinity Lake include smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, catfish, kokanee salmon, Chinook salmon. Bass fishing ___ dredger piles near the head of the lake is the most promising locations. Fishing near the shoreline during spring (March-June) is best. Trout fishing ___ found year-round throughout the lake but best during spring where they can be found nearly anywhere. During the summer months trout tend to stay near the mouths of the major tributaries.

Natural Features

Trinity Lake is one of the largest reservoirs in California, it has an elevation around 2,387' with around 145 miles of shoreline. Trinity is made up of 3 arms: Papose, Buckeye and Stuart Fork Arm. The Water Volume of Trinity Lake: 2,447,650 acre-ft. There are a variety of coves and arms perfect for fishing or a quiet picnic on the water. The main body of the lake has plenty of room for water sports like wakeboarding or tubing.__

Nearby Attractions

There are several attractions in the area for a list view our website: Local Attractions__

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Location

Bridge Camp (Ca) — Shasta Trinity National Forest is located in California

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Directions

Bridge Camp is located 17 miles north of Weaverville__ Going west on 299 take a right on Trinity Dam Blvd follow for about 4.5 miles. Turn left onto Lewiston Pike Rd about 1 mile then turn left onto Rush Creek Rd for about 8 miles. Turn right onto Hwy 3 about 6 miles turn left onto Trinity Alps Rd follow for about 4 miles campground is on the left.__ Campground can also be mapped via google maps.__

Coordinates

40.87287582 N
122.9153598 W

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Reviewed Mar. 26, 2020

Hidden gem.

Stated here for two nights and had a lovely time. The proximity to the water keeps it cool, and the white noise makes for easy sleeping.

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