Established Camping
Skunk Point Group Campground — Shasta Trinity National Forest
Skunk Point Group Campground is located in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Trinity River and the Trinity Alps Wilderness, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Description
Overview
Skunk Point Group Campground is located 1.9 miles east of Big Bar, CA along CA Highway 299 at an elevation of 1200'. Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, this campground is a wonderful place to camp when enjoying all the river has to offer.
Recreation
The Trinity River offers fun-filled hours of fishing, swimming, floating, rafting, kayaking and boating. River access is available at this location for boats that can be carried by hand. Nearby tributaries to the Trinity River offer beautiful spots to swim and spend the day. Generally, Pigeon Point to Big Flat is too dangerous for tuber and family canoeists. Boating is no advisted from Cedar Flat to Grays Falls except for expert boaters._Several commercial guides operate on the Trinity River under Forest Service Special Use permits. They provide quality guided raft and white water instruction and can be found on the Shasta-Trinity NF website. **Please note that the Trinity River is subject to periodic changes in flow conditions from releases from Lewiston Dam. Current flows (CFS) can be obtained by calling (530) 246-7594.
Facilities
There is one group site located at this campground. There are picnic tables, fire rings and vault toilets. No potable water is available.
Natural Features
Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, this campground has a beautiful view of the river.
Location
Skunk Point Group Campground — Shasta Trinity National Forest is located in California
Directions
Skunk Point Group Campground is located on the south side of CA Highway 299 1.9 miles east of Big Bar, CA. To get to Skunk Point Group Campground from Redding, CA: Travel West on CA Highway 299, through Weaverville, CA, for approximately 65 miles. To get to Skunk Point Group Campground from Arcata, CA: Travel East on CA Highway 299 for approximately 75 miles.
Coordinates
40.736442 N
123.23299 W
Detours Nearby
Hobo Gulch Campground
49 min away
Bailey Canyon Campground
2 hrs 3 min away
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
