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Dispersed Camping

Perry Riffle Trailhead

Perry Riffle Trailhead is located near the Sacramento River in Northern California. The area features flat terrain with a mix of forested and open spaces. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer, and nearby attractions include Lassen Volcanic National Park and Shasta Lake.

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Location

Perry Riffle Trailhead is located in California

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

40.29416667 N
122.1782933 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


PERMIT might be REQUIRED

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Reviewed Feb. 24, 2025

Ok for a parking lot

The good. Managers are there daily. Dumping trash and cleaning the pit toilet.

The bad. Managers are there daily being passive aggressive in reminding you they can kick you out, walking around looking in the same vehicles (even yours as you stand there) and writing down plate numbers. They like to remind you of the 14 day in 365 day limit for the region, not just here. They like to talk about their database and what will happen if you try to camp somewhere else and they love complaining about tent campers outside the parking lot. Also, no fires, ever.

That being said. Blm law enforcement they claim to have in their pocket reminds everyone that tent camping is allowed outside the parking lot.

It is clean though, the rivers is blah and turkey hunters might fire off next to you but walk the road. Plenty of trails, beautiful meadows, horseback riders seen regularly. Quiet at night usually to. If not tell the managers, they’ll get right on that lol.

I won’t go again but that’s not because of the CG.

Details: Law Enforcement does visit, they are nice Locals are a problem Be prepared for management complaints, not camper complaints Town is 20 minutes away Free stay with a weird 14 day regional rule, inquire with management

Sitewhile a couple sites sre numbered that just gets you a table, irs open parking
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Perry Riffle Trailhead by Sadie P., February 24, 2025
  • Review photo of Perry Riffle Trailhead by Sadie P., February 24, 2025
  • Review photo of Perry Riffle Trailhead by Sadie P., February 24, 2025
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Reviewed Jun. 18, 2023

Safe, simple amenities

Pitched 2 tents on asphalt. 3 other cars here. Picnic tables and an outhouse. Saw/heard great horned owl, fox, then cows in the morning.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Perry Riffle Trailhead by c , June 18, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Perry Riffle Trailhead?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Perry Riffle Trailhead, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Perry Riffle Trailhead have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Perry Riffle Trailhead does not have wifi.