Where the Klamath River bends through northern California's forested mountains, Norcross Campground sits on open terrain within Klamath National Forest. The US Forest Service manages this established campground from May through October, providing basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables, and designated fire rings. RVs up to 30 feet can access the sites.
The campground's proximity to both creek and lake waters gives campers multiple options for water-based activities. Pet owners will find their four-legged companions welcome here. For those planning extended stays in the region, campgrounds around Klamath National Forest provide additional base camp options. The open layout works well for groups wanting space between sites.
Description
Completely destroyed in the Panther Fire in 2008, Norcross Campground and Horse Camp has been rebuilt and reopened late in the season in 2009. The refurbished campground has 4 large horse corrals, plenty of horse trailer parking, new campsites and restrooms. Water is available for horses but not for human consumption. There are two main trails out of Norcross heading into the Marble Mountain Wilderness; the Elk Creek Trail and the Kelsey National Recreation Trail along Bear Creek to Bear Valley and Bear Lake. The Elk Creek Trail can be ridden or hiked as 4 different loops with a variety of destinations and mountain lakes.
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Location
Public CampgroundNorcross Campground is located in California
Directions
From Happy Camp south on Forest Road 16N05 (locally known as Elk Creek Rd) approx 14 miles to the campground. Portions of the road are improved gravel. Brown Forest Service signs direct the way.
Coordinates
41.64700023 N
123.31100018 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 45 min from Medford, OR
- 2 hrs 53 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 4 hrs 21 min from Redding, CA
