Shadow Creek Campground (NFS)

Shadow Creek Campground

Out of the way and often private camping area, suitable for tents, small campers, and possibly small trailers. Parts of the access road are quite narrow, check with Forest Service for details prior to traveling in this area.

Elevation: approx. 2900ft.

Number of campsites: 5 family sites – Day use available

Affiliation: National Forest Campground – Klamath National Forest – Salmon River Ranger District.

Open Dates: May to October: Maximum Stay, 14 days.

Location/address: Located 23 miles southwest of the town of Callahan on Hiway 3 (Forest Route 93). Campground sign was missing at last visit. Look for “Certification Area” sign to help locate campground from road. From Yreka and Interstate 5 travel Hiway 3 from Yreka to Fort Jones and on to Callahan, this portion of the drive is 41 miles. Together with the "leg" from Callahan to the campground will be approximately 64 miles. Note the majority of the route is on small 2 lane country roads with portions one lane wide.

Map link: Klamath National Forest Map of Campsites

Contacts: Klamath National Forest Headquarters

1312 Fairlane Road

Yreka, CA 96097

(530) 842-6131

Salmon River Ranger District

11263 N. Hiway 3

Ft. Jones, CA 96032

(530) 468-5351

Reservation information: Campsites on a first come basis.

Website: Shadow Creek Campground

Price for camping: Free!

Amenities:

· Vault toilets

· River next to campground

· Drinking Water – hand pump

· Fishing

· Mountain Bikes

· Hiking

· Nearby wilderness trail heads

General description: Campground is located in shaded area in conifer on the East Fork of the Salmon River. Fish for salmon and trout. Poison oak may be in the area. Campsites offer picnic tables and brick/stone fire pits. Due to budget cuts garbage pickup may not be available, you may need to pack out what you bring in. Campground is a “little use” campground. You should find a site available most of the time. Wildlife in area includes deer, black bears, and birds. Currently campground is not well marked from the road, however, it is adjacent. Campers may gather firewood, check for permit requirements.

Matthews Creek Campground (NFS)

Matthews Creek Campground
(National Forest Service)

The route shown to this campsite is NOT recommended for RV's and/or trailers.


Name of Campground: Matthews Creek (NFS)

Elevation: 1,760 feet

Number of Campsites: 12 Tent Sites

Reservations: First come basis.

Price: $10 per day.

Open Dates: May to October: Maximum Stay, 14 days.

Location/address: Located 37 miles west of the town of Callahan along the South Fork of the Salmon River on Cecilville Road (Forest Hwy 93).

Contacts: Salmon River Ranger District
11263 N. Hiway 3
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-5351

Amenities:

Vault toilets
River Access
Drinking Water
Rafting
Grills
Fishing
Swimming - River
Hiking
Garbage pick up May to October


General Description: The campground is located in a remote area with oak and pine along with other trees and bushes. Portions of the road from Callahan are not advisable for trailers or RV's. Shaded and open areas near river gorge, campground is on higher ground with view to river below. River accessed by hiking trail. There is a wonderful natural swimming hole that is a welcome place on hot summer days. The deep clear pools are great for fishing. Poison oak in the area. Campsites offer picnic tables and grills.

Website: Matthews Creek

How to get here: Heading North on Interstate 5, turn off at the first Yreka exit (#774) turn left and go to the first stop light. Turn left onto Hwy 3 (Fort Jones Road) and drive towards Fort Jones. Follow maps and signs to Callahan, California about 41 miles from Yreka. At Callahan take Forest Hwy 93, (aka as Cecilville Road) along the South Fork of the Salmon River and travel about 45 miles along this route to the campsite. You will pass Cecilville before arriving at the campsite.

Quigley's Store & RV Park

Located right on the bank of the Klamath River one can find the historic Quigley's Store and RV Park!




While driving down the State of Jefferson Byway (California Hwy 96) one can find Quigley's Store and RV Park. This place is worth a stop even if you aren't ready to call it a day and find a place to camp. Walking inside the store is like a portal to the past, stepping on oiled tongue and groove wooden floors, and a market that has a little bit of most everything! The area was formerly visited by President Hoover as he was friends of the original owner, Willis Quigley. They also have a nice little Deli and great spot to eat out on the deck or cozy tables inside. One can find a light meal there for either Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner ~ if they are open food will be available. The summer months this place is frequently full, but still worth the stop.

If you are looking for a very casual, out of the way place to visit this might be just the ticket! Area attractions include the Klamath National Forest, not to mention the scenic Klamath River with fishing and rafting right at your doorstep. Nearby is a 9 hole golf course, a shooting range, and hunting in the area during appropriate seasons for bear, deer, turkey and quail. Along the Klamath River one can watch gold mining operations and learn the area's vast gold mining history.

The RV facilities include cable TV with hookups. There are laundry facilities, horseshoe pit, a sandy beach along the river, with canoeing, rafting, and kayaking. Thirteen of the 20 RV sites are located along the river with access. The park has 20 amp electrical service, a comfort station, and the roads and sites are graveled. A typical site is 25' X 40' and can accommodate up to a 40' rig. Pets are allowed, but must be on leash.

Great tidbits of history can be found at Quigley's Store & RV Park small webpage, it is definitely worth a read!

Directions to Quigleys:
From Yreka travel approximately 8 miles North on Hwy 263 (Historic Hwy 99) until you cross the Klamath River Bridge and then turn left on Hwy 96 (The Jefferson State Byway) then travel 15 miles west. From Interstate-5, turn off at Collier's Rest Stop (North of Yreka) and travel west on Hwy 96 17 miles to Quigley's. The park is on the south side (River side) of Hwy 96.
Reservations can be made by calling: (530) 465-2224.