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Best Campgrounds near Junction City, CA

379 Reviews

Camping opportunities around Junction City, California include both established campgrounds and more primitive sites along the Trinity River. Junction City Campground offers tent and RV camping from mid-May through November, with sites set near the river. Nearby Douglas City Campground provides access to fishing spots and swimming holes along the Trinity River, while Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort offers year-round camping with full hookups and cabin options for those seeking more amenities.

Most campgrounds in the Trinity River area operate seasonally, typically opening from May through October or November due to weather conditions. A review noted that "the river is gorgeous, cold, clean, and refreshing" at Douglas City Campground, highlighting one of the region's main attractions. Primitive camping areas often require visitors to pack out all trash and practice proper food storage due to local wildlife. Several campgrounds provide bear-safe storage boxes, particularly those closer to the Trinity Alps wilderness. Cell service throughout the area ranges from spotty to nonexistent, with most reviewers reporting better connectivity in Weaverville than in smaller communities like Junction City and Douglas City.

The Trinity River serves as a focal point for recreation, with multiple campgrounds offering direct river access. Campers frequently mention the peaceful sound of flowing water as a highlight of their stay. Steel Bridge Campground and Douglas City Campground both provide riverside sites popular with anglers and swimmers during summer months. Forest Service and BLM campgrounds in the area typically offer basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Many sites maintain reasonable privacy with natural vegetation between campsites. One camper described Douglas City as "one of the nicest public campgrounds I've seen," noting its recently improved facilities and proximity to the Trinity River. Visitors should be prepared for variable temperatures, with summer days reaching 100°F while evenings cool significantly after sunset.

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Best Camping Sites Near Junction City, California (211)

    1. Douglas City Campground

    6 Reviews
    Douglas City, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 224-2100

    "While I generally like campsites close to the river, those set against the hill seem to provide a little more shade and privacy."

    "This campground is tucked down from the road and into a fairly narrow canyon. The trees are mostly oak, madrona, fir and pine, with the occasional mountain ash."

    2. Junction City Campground

    3 Reviews
    Junction City, CA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (530) 224-2100

    "Beautiful location"

    "Not too far from a glacier lake, so good for hiking. Bears not too far away."

    3. Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Lewiston, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 778-3894

    "We were looking for.a place to camp near Redding, our home town. This campground is about 30 mins from Redding. It was an easy tow on rural but well maintained roads all the way to the campground."

    "There are tent sites away from the rv part, but we never checked that area out. The rv spots are very clean, and even though they’re close together with no privacy it was an amazingly quiet park."

    4. Mary Smith Campground

    5 Reviews
    Lewiston, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 623-2121

    "Great little hiking trail steps from our site. Easy access to the water for some swimming. Smoke blew in from wildfires. Visibility very low but still beautiful."

    "Luckily the weather was so amazing especially being right next to this beautiful clear clean lake. We stayed at site 14, across from us was a small path that lead you down to the water."

    5. East Weaver Group Campground

    2 Reviews
    Weaverville, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 275-8113

    $120 / night

    "Beautiful creek running through so many different trails to choose from. Nice and shady"

    6. Tannery

    4 Reviews
    Weaverville, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 275-8113

    $30 - $60 / night

    "The lake is walking distance from the sites and the sites are far enough apart for privacy. My 2 year old had a blast! Also lots of firewood around, and fire pits were very nice!"

    "This is a great camp area, however when we went the Lake was really low. It was still very nice for fishing and kayaking."

    7. Pigeon Point Group Campground

    2 Reviews
    Helena, CA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 623-2121

    $75 / night

    8. Steel Bridge Campground

    1 Review
    Douglas City, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 224-2100

    "Lots of people in and out fishing Short trail at the end of the campground that follows the river."

    9. Trinity Alps RV Park

    1 Review
    Weaverville, CA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 623-6621

    $25 - $65 / night

    "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."

    10. Strawhouse Resorts and Cafe

    1 Review
    Helena, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 623-1990

    $60 - $70 / night

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  • Connie H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Trail Creek Campground

    Quiet Campground In the Klamath National Forest

    This is our second time camping in this campground. It’s out of the way and pretty remote, but quiet and peaceful. There are no hookups, but there is drinking water provided as well as vault toilets (which were pretty darn clean), and a bear proof trash can. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Generator use is allowed from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Last year in July when we visited there were maybe 3 other people here. This time in October (late in the season), we were the only ones here. The fee is $10.00 a night, or $5.00 with the pass/senior discount. There is ZERO cell service with T-Mobile, AT&T or Verizon. We did have Starlink with us and we were able to get signal, but it was spotty due to all the tree coverage. Trail Creek runs through the back of the campground and is beautiful!

  • Bobbi lee H.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Lakehead Campground & RV Park

    Owner occupied rustic campground lots of good campsites and also some RV sites to plug in there is little cabins cabin tents type of uret and are great people here there's bathrooms in showers places to have picnics and then the back of the campground I'm sure you can bring a horse show and unload your horses and put up your own you know little enclosure pack with panels off of your horse trailer they don't mind dogs they're good people here it's right off I-5 down the road a bit there's more campgrounds in this area and it's just beautiful here I live at this campground there's only a few of us that are allowed to but it's open year round there's a pool a pool hall laundry services here also the owner is wonderful his name is Cecil

    Oh it's fun here I'm a quarter mile from Shasta lake we have a lot of people that come in for festivals up here lots of huge groups of people lots of families lots of boats lots of water sports everything you can imagine there's a few good restaurants up here but most of us love to barbecue and have a good time but the restaurants are awesome too they're all family owned and they're great the Klondike is my favorite

  • Bruce E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Forest Glen Guard Station

    2 night stay

    Fantastic spot to just get away. Spacious and well stocked kitchen. Having full amenities except for garbage was really nice. We just took our garbage to the campground across the river. The small riverside access along the creek was perfect to relax and let the dogs swim. Definitely be returning. The forest glen cg across the river is 1st come 1st serve as well.

  • Marasha L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Lacks Creek BLM

    Shockingly packed and mediocre road

    Unlucky timing on my part overall with this spot. As of Sept ‘25, chunks of the gravel road were under construction; some blind, narrow turns, but nothing too intense; and dips, washouts, and big exposed rocks, so drive with care. The area with the tables was overflowing with people and cars on a Thursday a few hours before sunset. Might have been one large group (or a few) but seemed surprising for a spot that’s not the easiest or most convenient to get to, but went back the way I came and found another spot that did the trick for a night, with a great hiking trail nearby the next morning. Gorgeous chunk of countryside with great views and wildlife.

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Sacramento River RV Park

    Nice place, clean and quiet

    The bathrooms are meticulously fussed over, laundry is clean, people are nice. 5 is a bit noisy but you get over that, reasonably priced.

  • P
    Sep. 13, 2025

    JGW RV Park

    On the river!!

    We like this place in Redding. We have a 24’ motorhome and get spots on the river. It’s very nice to sit and look at river. Big grassy area to walk dog and enjoy river under shade. Reasonable price. Nice staff. Water does seem cloudy so be sure to run it before you hook up. I have had to clear out my faucet filter twice.

  • Kathleen M.
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Castle Lake Campground

    Quiet and beautiful!

    I loved my 2 nights at Castle Lake Campground.  I was the only one in the 6 campsites until late the first night. When I left, 4 sites had been used. I went in off season so it was quiet. No water, bring your own. But the sites are large and private and the trees are beautiful. All the downed firewood has been picked, but if you go up to the overflow parking area at the lake, there is a lot of downed wood there.

    There is a small creek that runs behind the campground that you can hear quietly running.

    The lake is a short walk up the hill (or drive) and has a couple of short hikes and a longer hike. Very popular. The lake is crystal clear and very serene. 

    The pit toilets are clean and there are bear proof trash cans. Of my 3 campsites on this trip, this one was the best.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Lacks Creek BLM

    Great spot!!

    Camped here for one night mid September, slept in a car, great view and found the 3 spacious camping spots with a picnic table, fire pit (with a grill rack), and an unsmelly bathroom a short walk away. On the way up, I think I took a wrong term but got to the spots anyways? I took a left at sign with the offices of some sort (thinking it was the camp ground entrance) and then took a few more turns and eventually found the place. There was only one other person also camping. The road wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be, it took me about forty minutes to find the camp grounds from the bottom of the hill to the top. There were narrow moments in the road but plenty of larger two lane spaces. I have a 2014 Subaru crosstrek and it did just fine getting up. I would definitely Return!

Guide to Junction City

Camping near Junction City, California, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Water sports: Enjoy activities like kayaking and paddleboarding at Beehive Point Shoreline Campground. One camper mentioned, "Great for water sports powered or canoes and paddle boards."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground. A visitor shared, "Each spot was decent... Plenty of frog noises though!"
  • Fishing: Try your luck at fishing in nearby lakes. Campers at Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort found success, with one saying, "We fished Lewiston lake less than 10 min. away and Whiskeytown Lake about 20-25 min. away with great luck."

What campers like:

  • Scenic views: Many campers appreciate the beautiful surroundings. One reviewer at Trinity Lake KOA Holiday said, "This is an incredible place and very well maintained grounds."
  • Quiet atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peacefulness of places like Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground. A visitor noted, "Even with the campground almost full, it’s quiet and peaceful."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground staff. At Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort, one guest said, "The host is very friendly and helpful."

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Beehive Point Shoreline Campground, lack basic facilities. A camper warned, "No drinking water, no electric hookups."
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially bees and wasps. One camper at Beehive Point Shoreline Campground shared, "The bees made this incredible location no longer worth it."
  • Seasonal access: Check the season before you go. For example, Trinity Lake KOA Holiday is open from May 9 to October 13.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites, like Hayward Flat. A family camper said, "The sites are varied here... I didn’t feel like I was on top of my neighbors at any point."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have activities for kids. One reviewer at Trinity Lake KOA Holiday mentioned, "Great for families with young children and those hoping for entertainment for kids."
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Keep everyone happy with plenty of snacks. A camper at Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort noted, "The store is well supplied with camping and fishing needs."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground. A visitor at Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort said, "Biggest I would put in here would be about a 30-foot trailer."
  • Look for full hookups: Campgrounds like Premier RV Redding offer full hookups, which can make your stay more comfortable. One camper mentioned, "The RV spots are full hook up with nice green grass."
  • Be ready for extra fees: Some campgrounds charge for amenities. A camper at Trinity Lake KOA Holiday noted, "They charge for everything including an early check-in fee."

Camping near Junction City, California, has its quirks, but with the right preparation, you can have a fantastic time exploring the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the campgrounds located in Junction City?

Campgrounds in the Junction City area are scattered throughout the stunning Trinity River region. Junction City Campground is centrally located with drive-in access. For a riverside experience, Trinity River (Ca) — Shasta Trinity National Forest offers beautiful sites surrounded by mountains along the river. Nearby, you'll find Douglas City Campground and Steel Bridge Campground just a short drive away, providing additional options for exploring this picturesque area of Northern California.

What amenities are available at Junction City campgrounds?

Junction City area campgrounds offer a range of amenities to suit different camping styles. Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground provides clean, spacious sites with basic facilities. For more comforts, Trinity Lake KOA Holiday offers full amenities including sites suitable for trailers, tent camping areas, and access to the river. Many local campgrounds feature fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets. Tannery Gulch Campground provides well-shaded sites, some with lake views, tables, fire rings, and select sites even include bear boxes.

When is the best season for camping in Junction City?

The prime camping season in Junction City runs from late spring through early fall (May to October). Summer offers perfect conditions for enjoying water activities at Bailey Canyon Campground, where you can swim, fish, and boat on the lake. Late spring provides flowing waters at Pearch Creek Campground, with the river offering refreshing pools to splash in. Early fall brings cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. Be aware that some campgrounds like Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground may have seasonal closures during winter months.

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