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Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground

Sycamore Grove, near Red Bluff, California, is a campground that offers a convenient stop for travelers and a peaceful retreat for those looking to unwind. With easy access right off Highway 5, it’s surprisingly quiet, making it a decent choice for a one-night stay or a longer visit.

The campground features spacious sites that are pet-friendly and equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for gathering around the fire after a day of exploring. Visitors have noted the clean and well-maintained environment, although some have mentioned that a bit more upkeep would enhance the experience. As one camper put it, “The campground was clean, not many campers,” which adds to the overall tranquility.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, there are several walking trails nearby, and the beautiful Sacramento River is just a stone's throw away. Whether you're hiking, biking, or just soaking in the natural beauty, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Plus, if you’re a fan of local wines, there’s a winery not too far from the campground that’s worth checking out.

While some campers have pointed out that the facilities could use a little more attention, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming. If you’re looking for a spot to relax and enjoy nature, Sycamore Grove might just be the place for you.

Description

National Forest

Mendocino National Forest

Overview

Sycamore Grove Campground sits along the banks of the sparkling Sacramento River at a 300-foot elevation, within the 488-acre Red Bluff Recreation Area. The area is an isolated parcel of the Mendocino National Forest in Northern California, in Red Bluff, CA. Visitors to the campground enjoy shady oak and sycamore trees and grassy fields within a beautiful riparian environment.

Recreation

Visitors can enjoy the 4-mile paved nature trail, which winds through flowering grasslands, wetlands and oak woodlands, providing access to an abundance of plants and wildlife, as well as incredible views of Mount Shasta, Mount Lassen and the Yolla Bolly Mountains. The nearby river provides visitors with access to a variety of water-related recreation opportunities, including fishing, boating, water skiing, jet skiing, swimming and canoeing. A variety of fish can be seen in the river, including Chinook, Steelhead, and Striped Bass.

Natural Features

Sycamore Grove is a beautiful campground that is open year-round. Campsites and open areas throughout the campground are covered in lush, green grass, with shade trees towering overhead. The campground provides access to a variety of hiking and biking trails, as well as the scenic Sacramento River, which is open to all types of water sports.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 934-3316.

Nearby Attractions

Sycamore Grove Campground is located in the middle of the Northern Sacramento Valley. It is two miles from the city of Red Bluff, 25 miles from Rolling Hills Casino, 34 Miles from Redding California, 40 miles from Lake Shasta, and 60 miles from Lassen Volcanic National Park.

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Location

Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Interstate 5 at Red Bluff, take Antelope Boulevard east for about a quarter-mile. Turn right (south) on Sale Lane continue for approximately 3 miles to the Red Bluff Recreation Area entrance gate. Continue on that road until you get to the Sacramento River Discovery Center than turn left. The campground entrance is aproximately 600ft. down on the right.

Address

USDA FOREST SERVICE, GRINDSTONE RANGER DISTRICT, 1000 SALE LANE
Red blufff, CA 96080

Coordinates

40.1560528 N
122.2040694 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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12 Reviews

Reviewed Nov. 3, 2023

Nice overnight stop on my way home

It is a nice campground for a one night stop. Easy access right off hwy 5 and surprisingly quiet being so close. The camp hosts were nice, I would like to see the hosts do a little more maintenance around the CG. Clean up would be nice. Cigarette butts in the bbq, trash in the fire pit. Didn’t use the showers but the bathroom was average, needed a code to access which was emailed when we registered online. Not a more than one night place for me but nice enough.

Site3
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground by Allison , November 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground by Allison , November 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground by Allison , November 3, 2023
Reviewed Jul. 31, 2023

Red Bluff Hwy 5 Easy Access

Can book same day online. However bathrooms require a code and I arrived too late to get the code. Otherwise was quiet, campsites were clean and spacious. Super easy access to and from the highway.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 23, 2023

Nice, small, largely quiet CG

We are full-timers in a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow. We were in site 11 for 4 days in mid May. The CG is clean, quiet(except for some I-5 road noise) and fairly well maintained, except for the low hanging branches that could use some trimming around the CG loop and on the drive in/out. The CG varied from half to 3/4 full over the weekend. The men’s shower had a sign that there was not hot water and my wife said she’d not use the women’s bathroom or shower as they were a little nasty. There are several nice walking trails around the recreation area. There is also a nice winery, Tuscan Ridge Estate, about 10 miles west of town. AT&T coverage was very fair, ranging from 1-2 bars of 5G, with speeds up to 3MB/s. Site 11 has one large tree at the back of the site that provided some welcome shade, especially in the afternoon when temps were pushing the mid 90s, but it didn’t block access the western DISH satellites. Starlink had speeds between 2 and 14 MB/s. We didn’t try any OTA channels with our fixed omni antenna.

Site11
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground by Ray & Terri F., May 23, 2023
Reviewed Jul. 3, 2022

Good vibes

Pretty here but the upkeep isn’t what it should be. The camp hosts seem like they can’t keep up. The noise after 10 can be annoying but you have to go wake up the host to do something about it. Sites are large and great for group camping. Will come back again.

Site005
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Oct. 4, 2021

Homeless shelter

Says $16, costs $24 Shower broken Bathroom out of paper People were quiet and kept to themselves but it’s turning into a homeless shelter

Site9
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Oct. 2, 2021

Nice small CG

We are full-timers in a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow. We were in site 23 for 4 days in late September. The CG is clean, quiet(except for some I-5 road noise) and fairly well maintained, except for the low hanging branches that could use some trimming around the CG loop and on the drive in/out. There were only a hand full of other campers there, even over the weekend. The campground host doesn’t do a whole lot here. There was broken glass in the road for at least 2 days right across from his site. There are several nice walking trails around the recreation area. AT&T coverage was very fair, ranging from 1-3 bars of LTE, although speeds varied wildly from up to 1.7 MB/s but often next to zero. T-Mobile didn’t show any bars of service, but we were able to get speeds up to 2.8 MB/s. Do to the heavy tree coverage, we were not able to get a signal from any of the western DISH satellites. There were 27 OTA channels to be had with our fixed omni antenna.

Site23
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Sep. 30, 2021

Ok for a night .

We had a nice site where we could see the water along the Sacramento River. The campground was clean, not many campers. We never used the restroom being self contained. In the spring I bet the place is pretty, but on our visit it was scary dry. The host site was dumpy and the guy unfriendly. I probably won’t stay here again.

Site23
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Aug. 10, 2021

Overnight Stay

We stayed one night. Really enjoyed the area. The river close by and all the beautiful trees, flowers and plants. Will definitely stay again.

Site001
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jan. 17, 2021

Sycamore campground and Red Bluff Recreation Area

It's a beautiful area, the campground is located in the middle of Red Bluff Recreation Area. Lot's of nature trails. They have many of the plants and trees recognized by little name tags. So interesting and absolutely gorgeous.

Reviewed Oct. 27, 2020

Safe and fine

It says on a sign reservation only, but after driving around to the other spots in red bluff, and feeling great unease, I went ahead and drive in to a spot around 9pm. I immediately felt much better and more safe here. Had a great sleep and was on my way in the AM. I never interacted with the site host but it looks like the trails and areas around are worth hiking.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground?

    Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground allows vehicles up to 44 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

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    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground does not have wifi.

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

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