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East Fork Campground

East Fork Campground is located near Willow Creek in the Six Rivers National Forest. The terrain consists of forested areas with nearby rivers and hills. Weather in the area typically sees highs around 85°F and lows near 40°F. Visitors can explore the Trinity River and the nearby Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Six Rivers National Forest

Overview

East Fork Group site is nestled along the East Fork of Willow creek in northern California's vast Six Rivers National Forest. The campground sits under a canopy of Big Leaf Maple, Douglas Fir and Port Orford Cedar, less than 5 miles from the small mountain town of Willow Creek, known as the Bigfoot capital of the world. Fishing, swimming and whitewater rafting are all close by in the popular Trinity River.

Recreation

Fishing, swimming and whitewater rafting are all available in the Trinity River. The area also provides opportunities for biking, hiking and horseback activities, as well as fishing for migratory salmon and steelhead trout. You could always head out in search of the elusive Bigfoot on the many Forest roads in the area. Stop by the Lower Trinity Ranger Districts office at 50 Hwy 96 in Willow Creek and pick up a Six Rivers Forest map and pick up some local knowledge from the front desk staff.

Natural Features

The campground is along a small creek that is great for wading and and in a few spots swimming. It sits at a 680-foot elevation and provides several shady campsites about four miles west of the Trinity River. A forest of harwoods, Big Leaf Maple and conifers covers the campground, and stands of oak woodland dot the landscape, providing habitat for eight threatened and endangered species, including the bald eagle and the peregrine falcon. The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California, stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park. From Willow Creek, turn north on highway 96 and drive the Bigfoot Highway up through the Hoopa Indian Reservation to the Klamath river corridor in Weitchpec where the Trinity river flows into the Klanmth river and then on down to the Pacific ocean.a

Nearby Attractions

In the nearby town of Willow Creek stop by and visit the Bigfoot museum. If you're around the weekend of Labor day you can stop at the Veterans Park and enjoy their Bigfoot Daze celebration, watch the parade then go check out some local vendors at the park. If you're interested in learning about some of the local tribes, drive into Hoopa and check out Hoopa Tribal Museum. 40 miles west there are many attractions along the Pacific Coast, from ocean fishing, walking along it's many beaches or perhaps hunting the beautiful agates in a few local hotspots. Oh, and don't foget about the majestic California Redwoods, Once you hit highway 101 you can go either north or south and see some of the coasts many wonders.

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Location

East Fork Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

Approximately 32 miles east of Arcata and approximatley 105 miles west of Redding on Hwy 299, four miles west of Willow Creek

Coordinates

40.90465 N
123.706055 W

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  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
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  • Alcohol
  • Pets
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Reviewed Jul. 8, 2022

East Fork Campground Inyo National Forest CA

Beautiful campsites along Rock Creek up-canyon from Toms Place and downstream from Rock Creek Lake and Mosquito Flats trailhead. Get the 100’s to be nearest the creek.

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Reviewed Sep. 1, 2020

Drive by

Drove by here looking for a place to pitch a tent. It looked like a nice campground, but we settled for one a little father down the road.

Reviewed Jun. 7, 2019

not usually open

we stop to visit on foot now and then, especially if theres snow. i wish it was still available.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at East Fork Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at East Fork Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does East Fork Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, East Fork Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at East Fork Campground?

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

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at East Fork Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at East Fork Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at East Fork Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at East Fork Campground?

    There are 1 campsites at East Fork Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts