Seven sites sit close to the Pit River along a paved access road off Highway 299, near Fall River Mills, making this BLM campground a workable base for anglers and paddlers heading into northeastern California. The day-use area adjacent to the campground includes a boat launch for canoes and rafts, picnic tables, grills, and direct river access for fishing or swimming. Sites fill up on weekday evenings even in shoulder season, so arriving early in the day gives campers the best pick.
One noise factor worth knowing: a power-generating turbine at the nearby powerhouse runs through the night and is audible from camp. Poison oak is also present in the surrounding vegetation, so campers should watch footing on any off-trail walking. Mosquitoes appear in the mornings and evenings, particularly in late spring and early summer, though reviewers describe them as manageable rather than severe.
A camp host is typically on-site and keeps the vault toilets clean. Firewood is available, and the host has been known to provide it at no charge. "Easy walk to a scenic river," notes Greg B., and that proximity is the campground's main draw. Cell service is listed as available, though at least one reviewer noted a lack of signal down near the sites. Anglers and paddlers looking for camping areas near Cassel will find this spot a straightforward, low-cost option open from late April through November, with nightly fees running $6 to $12. Note that pets are not permitted.
Description
The Pit River Recreation area is adjacent to the Pit River, has a small campground with eight campsites with tables, metal firerings, and barbeque pits. Amenities include: two single wheelchair accessible restrooms, a kayak launch ramp, and an accessible fishing pier. Camping:$8.00/night
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPit River Campground is located in California near Cassel
Public CampgroundDirections
From Redding, California, take Highway 299 East toward Burney, California. After Burney, go 12-miles east until you see the sign \"Pit Power House\" road. Follow the signs downhill to the campground.
Address
Bureau of Land Management
Applegate Field Office
708 West 12th Street
Alturas, CA 96101
Coordinates
40.991746 N
121.507684 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 18 usersLast on 8/15/26
VerizonNo Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/24/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 18 usersLast on 8/15/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/24/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
