Public Campground
Mule Bridge Campground
Mule Bridge Campground is located in the Klamath National Forest near Etna, CA. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperature ranges, typically seeing highs in the 80s°F during summer and lows in the 30s°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Pacific Crest Trail and the Marble Mountain Wilderness, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.
Description
Mule Bridge trailhead is the start of the North Fork Trail which follows the north fork of the Salmon River deep into the Marble Mountains Wilderness. This trail roughly parallels the PCT and get less use. The trailhead is adjacent to the Mule Bridge Horse Camp.
Detours Nearby

Matthews Creek Campground
1 hr 20 min away

East Fork Campground
1 hr 31 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 45 min from Redding, CA
- 3 hrs 29 min from Medford, OR
- 3 hrs 36 min from Grants Pass, OR
Location
Mule Bridge Campground is located in California
Directions
From Etna, take the Sawyers Bar Rd for approx. 20 miles to the Idlewild campground. Take the dirt road from Idlewild 2 miles upstream to the Mule Bridge campground. The trailhead is on the north end of the campground.
Coordinates
41.35600009 N
123.07500097 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires

