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Grassy Flat Campground

Grassy Flat Campground is located near Gasquet in the Six Rivers National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a mix of flat and hilly landscapes. Campers can explore the nearby Smith River for fishing and swimming, and temperatures range from 40°F in winter to 85°F in summer.

Description

National Forest

Six Rivers National Forest

Overview

Grassy Flat Campground borders California's northern Redwood Highway in the expansive Six Rivers National Forest. This shady campground provides ample sightseeing and recreation opportunities and is just steps away from the wild whitewater of the Smith River, which is famous for its bright blue waters and scenic pathway through the forest.

Recreation

Popular activities include swimming and sunbathing, rafting and fishing in the Smith River, which is just steps from the campground. Anglers enjoy healthy fishing populations of salmon, steelhead and cutthroat trout. Visitors also enjoy hiking, horseback riding and biking in the area. There are no trailheads in the campground, but Elk Camp Ridge, High Dome and French Hill trailheads are all within 10 miles of the site.

Natural Features

Grassy Flat is located in a Douglas fir and hardwood forest. Smith River boasts up to Class 5 whitewater rapids. The region, thick with vegetation, is also freckled with huckleberry shrubs. The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California, stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.

Nearby Attractions

Madrone Flat, located across the bridge, provides excellent river access. Various state parks, providing scenic exploration opportunities, are just a short drive from the campground. Annual events in the area include the Gasquet Raft Race in July and the Del Norte County Fair in August. A small airport is about 6 miles away, in the town of Gasquet.

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Location

Grassy Flat Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Highway 101 north of Crescent City, California, take Highway 199 east for 18 miles to Grassy Flat Campground.

Address

PO BOX 228
Gasquet, CA 95543

Coordinates

41.8563889 N
123.8888889 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jun. 19, 2020

Small and quiet.

I stayed here on June 17 after being unable to find an opening at Panther Flat. I stayed at campsite 9. It is close to the river and you can hear a waterfall at night. It is closer to the road and you can hear cars but it isn’t loud due to low traffic. Bathrooms on site but no showers. 10 dollar fee per night.

  • Review photo of Grassy Flat Campground by Danny M., June 19, 2020
Reviewed Oct. 8, 2018

Quiet and remote

Primitive camping here but very nice grounds. They usually do have fresh water onsite, but didn't in Summer '18 due to pipe issues. But that is getting fixed and should be running by Summer '19 according to staff. They do have vault toilets throughout grounds. Spots are nice and large for a small campground (fit our 21ft travel trailer no problem). Very private for the most part. Does have some road noise. Has a path down to river with beach access too and is about 10 min from Gasquet market. Note: No AT&T or Verizon cell service here or in Gasquet. Need to drive another 10 minutes to Hiouchi for service. Campground Host at Grassy Flats is super friendly and informative. Great spot to stay if you don't need service, close to trails.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Aug. 7, 2018

Smith river

This is a busy campground with 18 sites. We have stayed on several of the sites and most offer seclusion and privacy with large trees separating campsites. A trail leads down the the Smith River that provides great rainbow trout fishing and swimming opportunities.

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  • Review photo of Grassy Flat Campground by Josh W., August 7, 2018
  • Review photo of Grassy Flat Campground by Josh W., August 7, 2018
  • Review photo of Grassy Flat Campground by Josh W., August 7, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Grassy Flat Campground allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Grassy Flat Campground?

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

  • Does Grassy Flat Campground have wifi?

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

  • Is there cell phone reception at Grassy Flat Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is fair, and T-Mobile is available.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Grassy Flat Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Grassy Flat Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Grassy Flat Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Grassy Flat Campground?

    There are 19 campsites at Grassy Flat Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts