Established Camping
Eel River Campground
Eel River Campground is located near Covelo in the Mendocino National Forest. The area features forested terrain with the Eel River flowing nearby. Campers can explore the nearby Black Butte River and enjoy temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer.
Description
National Forest
Mendocino National Forest
This campground is adjacent to the Eel River Work Center with river access. There is a path that leads to both the Black Butte and Eel rivers; it is fairly steep. There are 15 sites, #7 and #10 are “pull-throughs” and can accommodate larger trailers. There is one water faucet located on the fence that separates the campground from the Work Center. The water is on and is potable. There are trees and shrubs throughout the campground. There is poison oak also. The Black Butte Country Store is across from the Eel River Work Center and is within easy walking distance from the campground. They have hamburgers and a variety of other foods and drinks.
Location
Eel River Campground is located in California
Directions
Highway 101 - 12 miles north of Willits, California, turn right on Highway 162 to Covelo. One and one half mile north of Covelo turn right on Highway 162 East, go 11 miles to Eel River Work Center. Lat - 39° 49' 28.9884", Long - 123° 05' 3.807599"
Coordinates
39.82500023 N
123.08400018 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileFair
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
