Open fields surrounded by farmland and distant trees characterize this county-operated fairgrounds campground serving RVs up to 40 feet. The facility accommodates both short-term travelers and long-term residents, with level sites offering 30 and 50-amp electrical service plus water and sewer connections. Access requires careful route planning, as reviewers consistently recommend approaching via Fernbridge off Highway 101 rather than smaller, winding roads that challenge larger rigs.
The atmosphere remains notably quiet even when multiple RVs occupy the grounds. Campers report feeling safe walking dogs through the surrounding agricultural area, where locals wave from passing vehicles. D37 . notes "clean restrooms, heated and free" along with the practical observation that the facility sits in a "very open area surrounded by fields with cows, farms and trees in the distance."
Heated restroom facilities and hot showers provide basic comfort, though the dump station shows significant wear and may require patience. The location provides easy access to Ferndale's Victorian architecture and dining options, while remaining within driving distance of Eureka. Winter conditions can create muddy, rutted ground conditions that may challenge lower-clearance vehicles.
For additional camping options in the area, explore campsites near Ferndale. Reserving full hookup sites eliminates the need to use the aging dump station.
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Location
Public CampgroundHumboldt County Fairgrounds is located in California
Directions
From US 101 (Fernbridge exit 692) N'bnd: Go 1/2 mi NW on Fernbridge, then 4 mi S on Main St, then 1/2 mi W on Van Ness, then 1/10 mi S on 5th St. S'bnd: Go 1/2 mi SE on Fernbridge, then continue as above.
Address
1250 5th Street
Ferndale, CA 95536
Coordinates
40.58608889 N
124.26553155 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 3/24/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 3/24/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/24/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 3/24/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 3/24/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/24/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly













