Trinity County offers RV camping near Hayfork, California with access to the Trinity Alps wilderness and National Forest lands. The region sits at approximately 2,300 feet elevation and experiences warm summers and moderate winters with seasonal rainfall. Several campgrounds around Hayfork cater to different types of camping experiences, from full-hookup RV sites to more rustic options.
What to do
Hunting opportunities: Critter Creek Campground & RV Park serves as a base for B-zone hunting. "Stayed there last year and got a nice buck. Good spot for hunting," notes one visitor. Another adds, "Went there for a week of hunting and the property backs up to nothing but days and days worth of b-zone land."
River exploration: Access to the Trinity River provides swimming and fishing options. At Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort, "Just around the corner from the campground (walking distance) is access to the river. The whole family enjoyed dipping in when it's warm outside," according to one camper.
Redwood viewing: The Avenue of the Giants offers impressive old-growth redwood viewing approximately 2 hours from Hayfork. Giant Redwoods RV & Cabin Destination provides camping access to these natural wonders. "Great big redwoods surrounded you on every side... when it got late it was quiet, except for the mourning doves and the sounds of the redwoods in the wind," reports a camper.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness ranks high among visitor priorities. At Mountain Gate RV Park near Redding, a visitor commented, "We loved our stay. We felt safe and it's probably one of the most cleanest campground and facilities I've ever been to. Clean bathrooms, showers, zero trash around."
Fishing access: The Trinity area offers productive fishing opportunities. At Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort, a camper noted, "We fished Lewiston lake less than 10 min. away and Whiskeytown Lake about 20-25 min. away with great luck." Some campgrounds provide fish cleaning stations for anglers.
Quiet atmosphere: Several campgrounds maintain quiet environments despite highway proximity. At Trail In RV Park & Campground, "A creek, lots of trees, a quiet roadway and full hookups made for a nice break... even though it's actually next to the I-5, no traffic noise because of the thick buffer of trees."
What you should know
Limited tent camping: While most parks accommodate RVs, tent options may be limited. At Trinity Alps RV Park, one visitor reported, "Pleasant, grassy, mostly shaded area behind the main building. Restroom and showers, no extra charge. We paid $25 dollars to the helpful host. She asked for cash."
Iron in water: Some parks have mineral-rich water systems. At Stafford RV Park, "The laundry takes quarters with a sign saying that your clothes may stain due to the iron in the water, and that you need to shake out the sawdust from your clothes before washing them."
Variable internet access: Connectivity varies significantly by location. One Giant Redwoods RV visitor noted, "Excellent WiFi. Weak Verizon and no AT&T service." Parks closer to Redding typically offer better connectivity than remote locations.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: River access provides natural swimming areas. At Giant Redwoods RV, "Our site backed up to the Eel river with Giants redwoods everywhere. The grounds were super clean and quiet. Just hung out at the beach the whole time."
Activities for children: Some parks offer recreational amenities for kids. Boulder Creek RV Redding includes "a small waterfall & koi pond, and a play structure for the littles," according to one reviewer who added, "We honestly didn't want to leave."
Spacious sites: Look for parks with adequate room between sites. At Redding RV Park, "Management allowed us to park our truck in the empty space right next to our camper, which was super convenient. All hookups worked perfectly."
Tips from RVers
Site sizing considerations: Size limitations affect larger RVs. At Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort, a visitor advised, "Biggest I would put in here would be about a 30 foot trailer. You have to disconnect your tow vehicle."
Pull-through availability: Some parks offer easier access options. Del Loma RV Park maintains 59 sites, many with pull-through access. One Giant Redwoods RV camper shared, "The options here run the gamut from tent sites, cabins, W/E hookups and even some full hookups with sewer. They also have a dump station."
Propane services: Redding RV Park offers on-site propane sales, with one visitor noting, "Full hookups in back in spot for $55. Mostly pull throughs in Park, which cost more. Shower, restrooms, dog park. Propane for sale here."
