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Boy Scout Cove Campground

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Bank-fishing for bass and watching lightning move across the cove are the kinds of experiences campers have reported at Boy Scout Cove, a county-managed site on Ruth Lake in Mad River, California. The drive in runs rough enough to count as an adventure, and the site itself is primitive. Water is marked non-potable, so bring your own. Tree canopy provides reasonable rain coverage, and the site tends to draw light crowds. Fir Cove Campground and Hobart Creek Campground sit within a few miles for campers who want options nearby. Pets are welcome, campfires are allowed, and reservations are available.

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Map & DirectionsBoy Scout Cove Campground is located in California near Hayfork

Public Campground

Coordinates

40.31400038 N
123.39400036 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Reservable
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

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General Info

Reservations

+18008409545

Drive Time

2 hrs 21 min from Redding, CA
2 hrs 57 min from Chico, CA
3 hrs 39 min from Yuba City, CA
3 hrs 57 min from Santa Rosa, CA

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Paul H.

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Reviewed Jun. 7, 2019

beautiful views

we stayed there the last weekend in may and enjoyed the mild weather and the lack of other campers. the views of the cove are great and provide decent fishing from the bank. we were in for a show with a lightning storm as it moved in from the northeast. it rained, but the tree canopy did a decent job of providing coverage so we werent immediately. the site is truly primitive and while its advertised as having water available, its marked non-potable. its a bit of an adventure driving in, but well worth it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Boy Scout Cove Campground?

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

Is there cell phone reception at Boy Scout Cove Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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