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DILLON CREEK CAMPGROUND

Somes Bar, California · USDA Forest Service

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About

Open mid-May through mid-October. Campsite List calendar starts at the next available reservation dates. Dillon Creek Campground sits along its namesake creek in the lush forests of northern California. Visitors enjoy a variety of water sports on the nearby Klamath River.For facility specific information, please call (530) 627-3291.This campground has 21 single-family campsites, all equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are provided. A host may be on-site, and roads throughout the campground are paved. Call 530-627-3291 for current drinking water availability.The campground is situated in a forest of mixed hardwoods and conifers at an elevation of 800 feet. The Klamath River, a popular site for salmon fishing, runs alongside the site.The Klamath and Salmon Rivers offer excellent fishing, swimming and whitewater rafting opportunities. Fishing for salmon and steelhead during the fall and early winter months is considered the finest in California. Hunting is also a popular pastime, with game including blacktail deer, black bear, grouse and quail.

Directions

From State Route 299 in Willow Creek, take State Route 96 north for 60.2 miles. The campground will be on the left side. From Interstate 5 in northern California, take State Route 96 southwest, past Happy Camp, for 85.7 miles. The campground will be on the right side.

Location

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Details

State
California
City / area
Somes Bar
Agency
USDA Forest Service
Parent area
Six Rivers National Forest
Campsites
22
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$10 / night
Rating
3.33 / 5 (21 reviews on Recreation.gov)
Equipment
Tent, RV, Trailer

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