River access draws anglers and paddlers to Mule Bridge Campground, where the Salmon River flows alongside this US Forest Service site in Klamath National Forest. The campground provides basic amenities including toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, with pets welcome throughout the area.
Campers should prepare for rough road conditions leading to the site. The forest setting accommodates those seeking dog-friendly camping around Klamath National Forest, though advance scouting of access routes helps avoid surprises. Pack extra supplies since services remain limited in this remote section of northern California.
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.
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Location
Public CampgroundMule 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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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 45 min from Redding, CA
- 3 hrs 29 min from Medford, OR
- 3 hrs 36 min from Grants Pass, OR
