Quigley's Store & RV Park

   Quigley's is Now Open!

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

As of 2020, there are new owners for Quigley's, and everything has been really improved!  Highly recommend you check it out, grab a beer sit on the deck, and enjoy the river!

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 the oiled tongue and groove wooden floors, and a market that has a little bit of almost 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, a 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 gravel. A typical site is 25' X 40' and can accommodate up to a 40' rig. Pets are allowed but must be on a 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 (Riverside) of Hwy 96.
Reservations can be made by calling: (530) 465-2224.

Pilgrim Creek Snowmobile Park and Campground

Brief description:   Somewhat remote snowmobile park that has a staging area for winter and is available for camping during the rest of the year.

Open Dates:  Estimated year round if road is open.

Number of Campsites:  No “official” campsites, large paved parking lot area available to park trailers and RV’s.

Length of Stay:  14 days unless otherwise approved.

Fees:  Free.

 

Road to Pilgrim Creek Area

Affiliation:  Shasta-Trinity National Forest.

Location/Address:  8 miles from McCloud, California.  From McCloud travel east on Hwy 89 for approximately 3 miles and turn left on Pilgrim Creek Road (Road #13).  Travel 5 miles on the paved road and the park will be on your left. 

Elevation:  Approximately 3,500 – 4,000 ft.

Contact Information:  Shasta-Trinity National Forest, McCloud Ranger Station, P.O. Box 1620, McCloud, Ca 96057

(530) 964-2184

 

Typical Parking Space for RV or Trailer

Amenities: 

• Paved parking lot for trailer and RV camping
• Vault Toilets
• Warming hut
• Ramp for unloading  snowmobiles
• Trees
• Groomed snowmobile trails ~ contact ranger station for details.

General Description:  Large paved parking area in somewhat remote area, but fully accessible by paved roads.  Could be a nice free spot to camp in RV or trailer overnight while traveling the area. 

 

The Warming Hut

 Nearby Services:  (groceries, medical, etc.)  Nearest services in McCloud approximately 8 miles away.  Nearest hospital or medical services in Mt. Shasta City approximately 23 miles.  

Blue Heron RV Park

Brief description:  A RV park that caters to large Motor Homes and RV’s.  The park is situated right along the Klamath River and provides full amenities for large rigs.

Open Dates:  Open year round

Number of Campsites:  25+

Length of Stay:  Daily, weekly, monthly

Fees:  $49 per night.  $210 week, monthly rate is $500 plus electricity.  Reservations accepted on line and via phone.

Affiliation:  Private Commercial Park  

Location/Address:   7630 Copco Rd, Hornbrook, CA 96044

Elevation:  Approximately 2300 ft. above sea level

Contact Information:  (530) 475-3270    www.klamathranchresort.com

  

Amenities: 

·         Full hookups

·         70 x 35 concrete pads with patio

·         Paved streets

·         Free wifi

·         River front sites

·         Modern restroom, bathhouse and laundry

·         Overnight RV rentals

·         Fishing

·         Hiking, bicycling, and bird watching

·         Adjacent restaurant and small convenience store

General Description:  Located along the Klamath River along a sunny slope.  Small trees provide decorative additions.  Paved streets and large concrete pads.  Accommodates large Motor Homes, RV’s and 5^th wheels with ease.  A restaurant is located adjacent to the park as well as a small convenience store.   

Nearby Services:   Restaurant and convenience store adjacent to park.  Fuel 6 miles in Hornbrook.  Full service shopping, fuel, RV repair, and medical care (Emergency Room in Hospital as well as walk in clinics during weekdays)  in Yreka, 15 miles south on Interstate 5 (Plus the 6 miles on the county road to the park).

  

How to get there:  Take exit 789 off Interstate 5 in northern California. The exit is 9 miles south of the California/Oregon border and 13 miles north of exit 776 at Yreka, California. When you reach exit 789, follow the signs. Keep the river on your right for about 6 miles.  Watch for animals on the roads (deer, etc.).

Iron Gate Reservoir Camping

Brief description:  Iron Gate Reservoir is located about 10 miles east of Interstate 5 and continues upstream to Copco Reservoir.  The road to Iron Gate Reservoir is about 15 miles north of Yreka, CA off of Interstate 5.  Popular for boating, water skiing, and fishing.

Open Dates:  Campgrounds at Iron Gate Reservoir are being closed to the public as of May 12, 2023.  The Dam that created the lake is going to be demolished.  

Number of Campsites:  Camp Creek:  22 sites; Juniper Point Camp:   9 sites; Mirror Cove Camp:  10 sites.  Sometimes camping may be available in other day use areas.

Length of Stay:  14 days maximum

Fees:  FREE!  No charge for camping, boat launching, etc.  No reservations first come first served.

Affiliation:  Pacific Power (PacifiCorp) campgrounds and Bureau of Land Management.

Location/Address:  From the Hornbrook/Henley Interstate 5 exit (#789) go in an easterly direction.  There are small road signs near the exit.  Travel approximately 10 to 11 miles on county roads until you reach the sign that shows the general reservoir and camping areas.  It is located along the Klamath River.  Once at the entrance near the fish hatchery, depending on the campground selected you may travel another 4 or 5 miles, perhaps more.  Many of the sites are located along the lake’s west side and the lake is 7 miles long.  The roads are paved up to the turn offs into the camping areas (gravel) but are often in need of some repair.  Suggest one drives slowly due to open range and deer, cattle or horses could be on the road. 

Wildlife:  Squirrels, pelicans, sea gulls, numerous types of birds of prey, possible deer or raccoon's.  In the warm days and months be  aware there are snakes in the area.  Both rattlesnakes and others.

Camp Creek Boat Launch

Elevation:  Approximately 2,350 feet above sea level. 

Contact Information:  For boating information contact:

U. S. Bureau of Land Management

Klamath Falls Office

(541-883-6916

Amenities:

·              Camp sites with fire rings, pit toilets, tables

·               Boat ramps and docks at Mirror Cove, and Camp Creek

·               RV Dump station at Camp Creek

·              Water only available at Camp Creek Campground

·              RV’s and Tents welcomed.  Some sites will accommodate up to 30 ft. trailers or RV’s

·              Fishing

·              Swimming

·             Boating

 

Mirror Cove Campground

General Description:  Rolling type hills with small oaks and brush.  Reservoir.  Can be windy but often the water is good for water skiing; generally the wind comes up in the afternoon for 2 or 3 hours and then subsides during the summer months.  Can be very warm during the days in the summer, but evenings usually cool down somewhat.  Spring is the nicest time in the area, with nice days and cool nights.  In the spring the hills are generally still green and lush, in the summer the area becomes very dry on the surrounding hills.  During warm months be aware of rattlesnakes in the area, especially when hiking.  Minimal cell phone reception in the area.  Only one camp area has potable water.

 

Camp Creek Campground

Nearby Services:  (groceries, medical, etc.)  Nearest fuel is at the exit at Hornbrook along Interstate 5.  Nearest hospital and medical services in Yreka, California approximately 15 miles from Hornbrook and 25+ miles from camp grounds.  Some food or restaurants available in Hornbrook, but nearest full service area would be Yreka.  Yreka would have supplies, equipment, auto repair, fuel, groceries and medical care.  A small restaurant is located near a commercial campground (The Fish Hook Restaurant) about 5 miles from the entrance to the reservoir area.

Sims Flat Campground

A view of the bridge over the Sacramento River at Sims Flat Campground.  This is a historic bridge built by the Civilian Conservation Crops in the 1930s.



This is a great little campground less than a mile from Interstate 5 located right near the Siskiyou County line, the camp is actually located in Shasta County.

Number of Campsites:  19 sites, no reservations.  Mid size RV's and campers can be accommodated as well as tents.

Fees:  Self-registration fee station at entrance.  $15.00 per night.  14 day limit.

Affiliation:  U. S. Forest Service Campground

Location/Address:  Between Castella and Dunsmuir, California along Interstate 5.  Take exit 718 (Sims Exit) off of Interstate 5 and head East.  Follow the road approximately a mile until you see the bridge that crosses the Sacramento River cross the river and very shortly you will arrive at the camp ground.   The camp entrance is at the beginning of the bridge pictured above.

Elevation:  1600 ft.

Contact Information:
Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Mt. Shasta Ranger Station
204 West Alma
Mt. Shasta, CA  96067
(530) 926-4511

Amenities:

• Both flush and vault toilets
• Water
• Fishing
• Rail-fanning ~ watch or photograph the Union Pacific freight trains as they make their way through the canyon.  The tracks are on the opposite side of the river from the campground.
• Whitewater boating during spring run off
• Trail along the campground following the river. 

General Description:  Sites have both trees and clear areas.  Most sites are across from the river, but very pleasant.  Great location for a overnight stop while traveling Interstate 5.  Road is paved or gravel.

Groceries & Fuel, etc.:  Can be obtained at Dunsmuir, or Castella within a few miles.  Mt. Shasta City is approximately 20 miles and has the nearest hospital.

McBride Springs Camp

McBride Springs Camp is located on the base of Mt. Shasta.





This camp is only a few miles off of Interstate 5, but at the 4,800 elevation mark so there is a pull up the hill for automobiles.

Affiliation: National Forest Service Campground ~ Shasta-Trinity National Forest.

Number of Campsites: 10 campsites total. Suitable for small RV's and trailers. The average parking area is 12' x 39' on gravel bed. Some campsites are in treed areas, other open. No RV hookups or pull-through sites.

Description: The campsites are all on a single loop, but many are secluded and offer privacy. The campground provides a good base for exploring Mt. Shasta. Nice views can be seen of the valley area below. McBride Springs creek (small and seasonal) runs through the campground.

Open Dates: Seasonal ~ Open Memorial Day weekend through October 31 snow level permitting.

Length of Stay: 7 days

Elevation: Approximately 4,800 feet.

Fee: $10 - 15 per day , check with local Ranger Station for current rates. Self-registration at entrance, first come, first served. No reservations.

Location/Directions: Exit #738 heading North on Interstate 5 and travel east on Lake Street into Mt. Shasta City. Lake Street will dead end on Everett Memorial Highway. Turn left and head up the hill on Everett Memorial Highway, travel approximately 4 miles to Campground. The Campground will be on the left.

Contact:
Shasta Trinity National Forest Headquarters
3644 Avtech Parkway
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 226-2500

Mt. Shasta Ranger Station
204 West Alma
Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
(530) 926-4511


Amenities: Semi-Primitive Camping

Tables
Fire Rings
Water available, from single hand operated pump at campground (up the hill)
Vault Toilet
Fire permit may be required, check with Ranger Station
Pleasant shady area with mixed conifers
Campground entrance is well marked at main road

Nearby Services: Full services in Mt. Shasta City, including Medical.

Along the I-5 Corridor

Things to do and see along the I-5 Corridor from Dunsmuir to the Oregon Border:

For a brochure/map on all the museums of Siskiyou County please see download here at the Siskiyou County Historical Society website. (look for box on lower left of first page for .pdf file.)


You will also find the route from Dunsmuir to the Oregon Border filled with stunning photographic opportunities, please stop and take a photo or two!

Dunsmuir:

• Dunsmuir Railroad Depot Museum. 4103 Pine Street, Dunsmuir, CA (530) 235-0929. Open 3rd Saturday of each month. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens. A wonderful place to stop and stretch your legs or have a picnic. The gardens are set in a lovely wooded area, with picnic sites and a playground and all near the Upper Sacramento River.
• Tauhindauli Park. Right under the bridge that crosses the Sacramento River in Dunsmuir is this great park named after a Wintu Indian. You will find multi-use trails, and handicap accessible picnic areas and restrooms.

Mt. Shasta City:

• Sisson Museum. 1 North Old Stage Road, Mt. Shasta, CA (530) 926-5508. Also located right next to the State Fish Hatchery. Feed the fish!
• Stop at the Headwaters of the Sacramento River at Mt. Shasta City Park. Picnic, take a nice walk along the waters, fill up your water container with the best water on earth!
• Places to eat in Mt. Shasta City:

1. Lily's Restaurant. 1013 South Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mt. Shasta. (530) 926-3372.
2. Mike & Tony's Italian Restaurant.  501 South Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mt. Shasta.  (530) 926-4792.

Weed:

• Lumberman Historical Museum. 303 Gilman Ave., Weed, CA (530) 938-0550 Open end of May-September.
• Climb Black Butte. Stop at the Ranger Station in Mt. Shasta City for details, maps, directions. The climb takes from 2 to 3 hours depending on your condition. This is a "hike" not a stroll up the mountain! You will ascend something like 1800 feet! The view at the top is a great 360 and Mt. Shasta can be viewed in a spectacular way!
• Play Frisbee Golf. College of the Siskiyous has a Frisbee golf course adjacent to the campus. The course threads through the trees... bring your own Frisbees and get both exercise and have fun!
• Mt. Shasta Brewing Company. Tour this small brewery that advertises to "try Legal Weed'. Weed Ale House and Bistro, open 7 days a week beginning at noon.

Grenada: (Small town between Weed and Yreka)

• Take a little drive (about 15+ miles) out to the Mt. Shasta Lavender Farms. Open in July when flowers are in bloom. 9:00 - 4:00 daily. Truly worth a visit, be sure and take your camera! Mt. Shasta Lavender Farms, 9706 Harry Cash Road, Montague, CA Phone: (530) 926-2651

Yreka:

• St. Mark's Preservation Square, 300-304 Lane Street, right across from the county courthouse! Take a tour of the former church built in 1880, get lots of local history information, what to see and do in the area, and pick up a walking brochure of Courthouse Square! Yreka Preservation.  While in the area also ask at St. Mark's Preservation Square about special events.  Yreka Preservation hosts numerous musical events during the year appealing to a wide variety of folks!  Find details at the website under Special Events/Classes section, or the Calendar of Events!
• Genealogical Society of Siskiyou County Research Center.  Located next to the Siskiyou County Museum.  912 S. Main Street, Yreka, CA.  Stop in and learn about local history, find ancestors and learn about genealogy research.  A great place to get Siskiyou County information! Call for hours:  (530) 842-0277.  
• National Historic District, Yreka, CA. Take Yreka Central Exit, turn West, follow sign to "Old Town". Visit the Yreka Chamber of Commerce to pick up a walking or driving tour map of homes and the business district. A real treat! Yreka Chamber of Commerce, 117 West Miner St., Yreka, CA. (530) 842-1649. Parking for RV and Trailers is available nearby, signage is skimpy... see downtown map with parking areas here.

• View RV and Trailer Parking ~ Yreka, Ca in a larger map
• Yreka Chamber of Commerce.  Stop in and find maps, brochures, and information on our wonderful Gold Rush town!
• Ley Station Fire Museum. A small museum with vintage fire truck and accessories. Go to the corner of Miner Street and Oregon Streets in Yreka at the west end of the National Historic business area.
• Art Galleries, Gift Shops, Antiques, Book Stores, Restaurants: Visit Old Town Yreka and also travel down Broadway to find interesting shops! Be sure not to miss Shoppe Serendipity for local handcrafted items and gifts.
• Visit Greenhorn Park. Relax, fish, picnic, or let the kids play in the kids area. Greenhorn Road, Yreka. Take the first exit off of I-5, go West, turn right at first stoplight (Main St.) and drive North to Greenhorn Road. (3rd road going left) Turn left. Drive past businesses until you see the lake and entrance.
• Places to Eat in Yreka: Below are some of the places I recommend as a "local".

1. Linda's Soup Cafe ~ 1812 Fort Jones Road, Yreka. (530) 842-5236. Great place for sandwiches and soup! Located in the Raley's Shopping Center at the first (Southernmost) Exit from I-5. Just past McDonald's and the other fast food places. It is in the corner of the shopping center. Great alternative to "fast food", lots of parking in parking lot.
2. Nature's Kitchen ~ Bakery, Cafe and Natural Foods Store. Old Bottling Works Shopping Mall, 412 South Main Street (old Hwy 99) Yreka, California. (530) 842-1136.
3. Klander's Deli ~ 211 South Oregon Street, Yreka, California 96097. (530) 842-3806. Just one block off of Miner Street, Great Sandwiches! This is one of those great "Mom and Pop" type places.
4. Strings ~ Italian and American Food. West Miner Street in the National Historic District. Brand new to Yreka, moved from Mt. Shasta City.

Shasta Valley Wildlife Viewing Area: This Wildlife Area contains 4,657 acres of Great Basin juniper woodland, riparian forest, seasonal wetlands and crop lands, with Mt. Shasta as a backdrop. Three lakes within this area provide trout fishing. Map available at DFG website. Approximately 8 miles east of Yreka on State Highway 3, 1 1/2 miles east of Montague on Ball Mountain Road.

Collier Rest Area (California Welcome Center) off of Interstate 5:

• If traveling from the north and heading south, be sure and stop here, it is a great place to have a picnic, and visit the Collier Interpretative Center and pick up brochures and information about things to do in Siskiyou County! It is also a great place to get a nice view of the Klamath River.

Things to See and Do on Highway 96

Highway 96 from Interstate 5 to Weitchpec at Hwy 169:
Note: When you start your journey down Hwy 96, be sure you have fuel and your supplies!

For a brochure/map on all the museums of Siskiyou County please see download here at the Siskiyou County Historical Society website. (look for box on lower left of first page for .pdf file.)

Be sure and take advantage of the wonderful photographic opportunities you will have in Siskiyou County!

• Enjoy the Scenery the entire way!
• Check out river rafting possibilities.
• Enjoy the many river access points along the Klamath and enjoy fishing!
• Stop at Quigley's Store at Klamath River,CA for a cold drink and good deli sandwich or hot soup and coffee. (Don't blink, you'll miss it!) (530) 465-2224.
• Look for the Walker Bridge, built circa 1910 ~ still in use today!
• Several nice Forest Service Campgrounds along the road, check them out!
• Enjoy winter Steelhead fishing on the Klamath River! There are plenty of public access spots along Highway 96 west of Interstate 5 for bank fishing, or hire a drift boat guide and cover prime areas. Klamath Steelhead are famous for being hard-fighting fish and often range between 3 to 5 pounds.
• Try your hand at gold panning!  You can get lessons and information here at Klamath River Resort.

• Happy Camp, California ~

1. Visit the Happy Camp People Center (Karuk Museum), 64236 Second Avenue, Happy Camp, CA 96030. (530) 493-1600. Karuk Website.
2. Be sure and look for the sculpture of Big Foot as you enter town! :)
3. Check out Klamath River Rafting at Happy Camp's local outfitter: River Country Rafting (530) 493-2207.
4. Check out White Water Rafting North 
5. Recreational Gold Mining. Contact the Happy Camp Chamber of Commerce for information. (530) 493-2900
6. Visit The Happy Camp Ranger District Office at 63822 Highway 96, right in Happy Camp or call (530) 493-2243 and pick up a brochure of Day Hikes in the Klamath National Forest. Take a non-wilderness hike on the Sulphur Springs Trail head to Elk Creek. The trail leaves Sulphur Springs Campground 15 miles south of Happy Camp. A cool, shady walk with nice views of Elks Creek will be seen along the trail. A 2 mile hike up leads to a small designated picnic area. (This brochure and others are also available at the Chamber of Commerce in Yreka)

RV Repair in Siskiyou County

If you should find a need to make a repair to your RV or Trailer, here are businesses ready to give you a hand!
Yreka:

• Baxter Auto Parts, Inc. (Formerly known as Littrell Parts) 400 South Main Street, Yreka, CA (530) 842-2731 [Take any exit off of I-5 and go west one block to Main Street, follow to 400 block] Baxter offers full service RV repair. They have parking in the back and the road will circle around so in and out is not too difficult.

• CW Mobile Auto Repair, 1445 S. Main Street, Yreka, CA (530) 842-2886. Take any exit off I-5 and go one block west to Main Street follow to the 1400 block.
  

• Yreka Outlands RV Repair, 1409 S. Main Street, Yreka, CA (530) 842-0706. Take any exit off I-5 and go one block west to Main Street (old Hwy 99) and follow to 1400 block.
  

Propane

Should you need to fill propane tanks on your RV here are some businesses ready to assist: Yreka:

• Amerigas, 215 Montague Road, Yreka, CA (530) 842-2748 [Take the 3rd and most northern exit in Yreka off of I-5 and turn West, Amerigas will be right next to the I-5 on-ramp heading South ~ sign can be viewed from I-5.]

• Suburban Propane, 212 State Street, Yreka, CA (530) 842-3575 [Take the 2nd exit off I-5 in Yreka at the Train Station and Historic Area. Turn East towards the Train Station and follow the frontage road, which is South Foothill Drive, follow the road to the end and a small portion of State Street will be found. Keep going, it will seem like you aren't in the right place, you should find it. Please note this location is not easily accessible for large rigs, turn around areas are street width.

• Chevron Gas Station, Central Exit, Yreka, CA.  Take the 2nd exit off of I-5 in Yreka turn west, it is a one-way street so travel to the first stoplight and turn left onto Main Street, go one block and turn left again.  The Chevron Station is on the corner of Center Street and Main Street.

• WalMart, and Tractor Supply both have 5-gallon exchange propane tanks.

Etna:

• Mountain Village RV Park, 30 Commercial Way, Etna, CA 96027. Phone ~ Toll Free: 1-877-386-2787

Yreka RV Park

The Yreka RV Park is located at the Yreka Travel Plaza at the northernmost exit (exit # 776) along Interstate 5 in Yreka.






Address:
Yreka RV Park
767 Montague Road
Yreka, CA 96097
(530) 841-0100

How to get here: Travel Interstate 5 heading north to the third and last exit (#776) see the sign for the Yreka Travel Plaza from the Interstate and take the exit going east on Montague Road. Turn right at first stop light, park will be straight ahead less than 1/4 mile.

Amenities: The Yreka RV Park is the newest commercial park in the area. The office is open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. They boast 102 spaces and can accommodate any size rig, all or most being pull-throughs. The RV park offers Wi-fi, cable TV hookups, restrooms (ADA accommodations) and laundry facilities as well as a group meeting room. Pets are welcome. Even though the park is sparse of trees and greenery, it is very clean and provides a broad view of the neighboring mountains and town.

Contact the park for current rates and availability. They have a small website located at this address: Yreka RV Park

What to do: Yreka RV Park is located nearby to many services, all within a short drive. Within about a mile plus one can find major grocery stores, gas stations, a hospital, and full service RV repair. The excellent Siskiyou County Museum is within a short distance as well as the local library, parks, movie theater, art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, etc., and the Klamath National Forest Headquarters. Yreka is home to a National Historic District and it can be found at the central exit off of I-5. There is a nice walking tour of both the commercial district as well as Third Street, a residential district. A walk around town should include a visit to the Siskiyou County Courthouse and see the largest gold display south of the Yukon. During the summer months a ride on the Blue Goose Train through the Shasta Valley is a great way to spend an afternoon. The Yreka Chamber of Commerce has a welcome center at the corner of Broadway and Miner Streets, (take the central Yreka exit off Interstate 5) be sure and stop in and pick up maps, brochures and other items of interest. A visit to the Yreka History Blog will give one a taste of the history of this gold rush town.

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.

Waiiaka Trailer Haven ~ Yreka

Waiiaka Trailer Haven
240 Sharps Road
Yreka, CA 96097
(530) 842-4500

This is a well-established commercial establishment open year round within the city limits. The trailer park is located right off Interstate 5 at the first exit heading north. Waiiaka offers full hookups, laundry room, wifi, cable TV, and most sites are pull through. This park is affiliated with "Good Sam" Parks. The park boasts of shady spots, and a view of a typical site is shown in one of the pictures above. They have a self serve process for travelers just wanting to use the dump station service for a small fee. The office is open part time, but sign in sheets and directions are posted at the office. There are some full time residents in this park and during fair season in August the park is generally quite full as it is located next to the fairgrounds.

Free WiFi. Cable TV available.

What to do:
Waiiaka is located nearby to many services, all within a short drive. Within about a mile plus one can find major grocery stores, gas stations, a hospital, and full service RV repair. The excellent Siskiyou County Museum is nearby as well as the local library, parks, movie theater, art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, etc., and the Klamath National Forest Headquarters. Yreka is home to a National Historic District and it can be found at the central exit off of I-5. There is a nice walking tour of both the commercial district as well as Third Street, a residential district. A walk around town should include a visit to the Siskiyou County Courthouse and see the largest gold display south of the Yukon. During the summer months a ride on the Blue Goose Train through the Shasta Valley is a great way to spend an afternoon. The Yreka Chamber of Commerce has a welcome center at the corner of Broadway and Miner Streets, be sure and stop in and pick up maps, brochures and other items of interest. A visit to the Yreka History Blog will give one a taste of the history of this gold rush town.

How to get there:
While driving north on Interstate 5 take the first Yreka exit at Moonlit Oaks. (The name likely won't be on any signs...) At the end of the off ramp turn right towards the fairgrounds and within a few yards a stop sign at Fairlane Road. Turn left and travel past the fairgrounds on Fairlane Road (frontage road) and look for the large billboard sign on the right side of the street. Turn right at Sharps Road and travel less than 1/4 mile to the entrance of Waiiaka Trailer Haven.

Rates:
Current rates as of this posting, are $28 per day for full hookups. Non-guest use of the dump station is listed as $5.

Link for reviews on this park: RV Park Reviews

Lake Siskiyou Camp

Left: Fishing Pier at marina, Right: typical camping spot with full hook ups for RV's.

Lake Siskiyou Resort Camp

(530) 926-2618
4239 West A. Barr Road
Mt. Shasta City, CA

This is a commercial establishment open from April 1 through October 31, snow levels permitting opening. Close to Interstate 5 at Mt. Shasta City. Great for weekend or longer camping, and a pleasant place to stay while traveling I-5 en route. The campground offers a wide variety of camp spaces from full hook up, to water and electric only, to simple tent spots. Cabins and other accommodations are also available.

Great fishing, boating, swimming, relaxing, and a nice hiking trail around the lake. Nice boat ramp. Convenience store on site as well as small eatery with pizza and similar foods. Total number of camping spots unknown but there are over 200, information can be obtained during the season via phone, and some information can be found at their website listed below.

Lake Siskiyou is a local favorite for day use as well as for longer camping, some campsites are near the lake and others are a bit more secluded. The images above show a photo of the lake at the marina with the fishing dock in view along with Mt. Shasta in the background and the image on the right shows a sample of one of the campsites along the main road in the park ~ please note this image was taken when the campground was closed during winter. Summers generally have pleasant days and a bit cooler evenings.

Check out our video on Lake Siskiyou here!

They have a nice swimming area separate from the boating areas as pictured here:

How to get there: From Interstate 5 take the Central Mt. Shasta exit at W. Ream Avenue. Travel West. Go to the stop sign at Forest Route #26 (aka as West A. Barr Rd.) and travel South. (turn left) Continue on West A. Barr Rd. (Forest Route #26), stay to the right when you come to a Y in the road. Travel past the Mt. Shasta Resort Golf Course (will be to the South) and continue down this road. Shortly past the Golf Course Lake Siskiyou will be visible as you cross a small bridge. Continue on this road for a couple of miles as you travel around the West side of the Lake. Look for signage at the entrance on your right.

Cost and other information is currently unknown, please call for information at number listed at the top of this post.  Website:  Lake Siskiyou Resort.

Lake Shastina Public Access Camping

Name of Campground: Lake Shastina Public Access Camping
Open April 1 through September 30, closed in fall and winter.

Number of campsites: Estimated 10-15 sites

Affiliation: County Campground affiliated with Flood Control

Location/address: Dwinnell Way, Lake Shastina, Weed, CA
This campground is located near Mt. Shasta about 7 miles from Interstate 5.

Driving Directions: Heading North on Interstate 5, Take exit #751 at the Edgewood/Gazelle exit. (This is just past the town of Weed, and before the Weed Airport.) Recommend you do not try to find this in the dark if unfamiliar with area one might find it difficult to find.
· At exit turn right, within a few yards you will come to Edgewood Road. Turn Left! (There is a camping sign that indicates right, but that will take you to a different place.)
· Travel down Edgewood Road heading north, shortly you will come to the “town” of Edgewood as you cross the railroad tracks, don’t blink! Keep to the left. Travel about one mile until you come to a T in the road at Jackson Ranch Road.
· Jackson Ranch Road is not well marked, but does have a small standard street sign; turn right.
· Travel on Jackson Ranch road for roughly 5 miles.
· Look for the brown sign (small) that says Lake Shastina Public Access at Dwinnell Way, the road will be on your left.
· Turn left on Dwinnell Way; follow to the campground.

Phone Number: contact Siskiyou County Flood Control at (530) 842-8250

Reservation information: None that is posted.

Price for camping: Free at time of posting

Amenities:
· Bathrooms ~ pit toilets
· Water ~ may or may not be available
· Swimming
· Hiking
· Things to see/do

General description: A small county campground with minimal amenities, however, it is off the frantic I-5 but adjacent to a home development area and seasonal lake. Good roads to the campsite. Parking areas are dirt, some are reasonably level. Some pull thru type-sites. Nearby at the home development area is a golf course and restaurant (not within easy walking distance), other services may be found in nearby Weed, California, or Mt. Shasta City. Great place to pull off, fix dinner, relax, and stay overnight while driving I-5. Large 5th wheels and class C motor homes may find most spaces tight with overhanging trees.

Beaver Creek Campground (NFS)

Affiliation: National Forest Service Campground
Number of campsites: Approximately 6 – 8
Open Dates: June - October
Location/address: Klamath National Forest
Elevation: approx. 2300 feet.
Fee: None! 14-day limit. Max Spur: 30 feet.

Location/address: Located on Beaver Creek Road approximately 4 miles North from Highway 96 (State of Jefferson Highway).

Directions from Yreka: Accessible off of Interstate 5 at Yreka, Ca. From Yreka take Main Street going north. Main Street is Historic Hwy 99, currently known as Hwy 263 or Hwy 3. Travel about 7 miles to intersect Hwy 96 (State of Jefferson Highway). Take a hard left and travel 15 miles West, turn right (north) on Beaver Creek Road go approx 4 miles. If the pavement ends you have gone a little too far. Beaver Creek Campground will be a right turn off the road.

Klamath National Forest Alerts

Contacts: Klamath National Forest Headquarters
1711 South Main Street
Yreka, CA 96097
(530) 842-6131

Amenities: Primitive
· Pit Toilets
· Tables
· Grills/fire rings
· Wood gathering permissible
· Check for needing fire permit (available free from KNF)
· No potable water
· No trash service (pack it out)


General description: Nicely secluded alongside Beaver Creek. Good trout fishing. Dirt/Gravel parking, but several nice flat spaces. Pit toilet, but at last visit, clean and new within last 2 years.

Nearby Services: Groceries 4 miles at Quigley’s Store (Hwy 96) or going East, Yreka, going West, Happy Camp. Full Service Hospital in Yreka.

Indian Scotty Campground (NFS)

Camping in Siskiyou CountyAlong the Scott River

Name of Campground:

Indian Scotty

Elevation: Approx. 2400 ft.
Number of campsites: 28 family sites. Group site available.
Affiliation: National Forest Campground – Klamath National Forest – Scott River Ranger District.
Open Dates: May thru October: Maximum Stay, 14 days.

Notes: This is one of those great campgrounds loved by locals. Quiet and beautiful. Right on the lovely Scott River. Great for tent campers, trailers, RV's, etc.

Location/address: Located off of Scott River Road approximately 14 miles from the town of Ft. Jones.

From Interstate 5: Exit at Yreka, exit # 773 (most southern exit) go west to intersection of S. Main St. and Ft. Jones Road (Hwy 3). Turn and go southwest on Hwy 3 about 17 miles to Ft. Jones. Some steep hills to note if pulling a trailer. At Ft. Jones continue through town until you reach the intersection of Scott River Road. Turn west on Scott River Road (County Rd. 7F01) about 18 miles. The road will eventually narrow, but is passable. Watch for Forest Route 44N45 on left across bridge. Indian Scotty Campground will be ½ mile on right.

Services: Groceries and supplies available in Yreka and Ft. Jones. Hospital in Ft. Jones and Yreka.

NFS link: Indian Scotty Campground

Contacts: Klamath National Forest Headquarters
1711 South Main Street
Yreka, CA 96097
(530) 842-6131

Scott River Ranger District
11263 N. Hiway 3
Ft. Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-1298

Reservation information: Reservations required for group site.

Klamath National Forest website

Price for camping: $10 family site. $30 group site.
Amenities:
· Vault toilets
· Wheel Chair Access
· Picnic
· River Access
· Drinking Water
· Rafting
· Fishing
· Horseshoes
· Swimming -- River
· Hiking


General description: Campground is located in forested area adjacent to Scott River. Campground usually has campsites available. Shaded area in trees and mountains alongside river. Can be hot during summer days. Fishing in river alongside campground includes trout and steelhead. Tubing and swimming along with rafting and kayaking. Trails near the campground. Bears and other wildlife in area, but not often seen. Poison oak possible in the area. Campsites offer picnic tables and grills. Water is potable, but has high iron content. Currently new pipes and filtering system is being installed.

Trailer/RV suitability: Dirt/gravel roads in campground, a little bumpy. Max spur 65 feet. Lots of trees and some lower branches.

Tree of Heaven Campground (NFS)

Camping in Siskiyou County, California

Click here for more photos of Tree of Heaven Campsite.

Open: May through October

Along California State Hwy 96 (in the State of Jefferson)

Name of Campground: Tree of HeavenElevation: Approx. 2100 ft.
Number of campsites: 20 family sites. 1 Handicapped accessible site.
Affiliation: National Forest Campground – Klamath National Forest – Scott River Ranger District.
Open Dates: Open Year Round: Maximum Stay, 14 days.

Location/address: Located on Hwy 96 approximately 4 miles East from Historic Hwy 99 (aka Hwy 263 and State Hwy 3) intersection a few miles north of Yreka, California.

Directions from Yreka: Accessible off of Interstate 5 at Yreka, Ca. From Yreka take Main Street going north. Main Street is Historic Hwy 99, currently known as Hwy 263 or Hwy 3. Travel about 7 miles to intersect Hwy 96 (State of Jefferson Highway). Take a hard left and travel 4 miles East. Campground will be on left down a hill.

Notes: This is a nice campground for RV's, tents, trailers, bikers and all others. Large motor homes (Class C) may find it unsuitable. Maximum spur is 34 feet. A easy choice for I-5 travelers wanting a "get away" spot for the evening while transiting the area. Great for fishing, relaxing, lots of shade. Right on the river.

Tree of Heaven Birding Nature Trail: There is a 1/4 mile trail that begins at the campground area and winds along the riparian habitat of the Klamath River. There are interpretive signs that cover bird identification, adaptations, habitat selection and fire ecology.

Services nearby: Groceries, fuel, fishing supplies, hospital in nearby Yreka.

Klamath National Forest Alerts

Campground Information

Contacts: Klamath National Forest Headquarters
1711 South Main Street
Yreka, CA 96097
(530) 842-6131

Scott River Ranger District
11263 N. Hiway 3
Ft. Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-1298

Reservation information: Reservations required for group site. Contact regarding reservations for individual campsites.


Price for camping: $15 family site.
Amenities:

Wheel chair access

Vault toilets
· Picnic/Hiking
· River Access
· Drinking Water
· Boating -- launch
· Rafting
· Fishing
· Birding/nature trail
· Horseshoes & volleyball
General description: Campground is located on the banks of the Klamath River. Shaded and open areas available. Year round trout fishing, seasonal salmon and steelhead fishing. Boat launch. Volleyball and horseshoe pits. Good river access. Birding/nature trail in the campground. Prepare for mosquitoes in the summer.

Trailer/RV suitability: Many areas easily accessible for trailers. Road into campground is somewhat steep, however.

Campsite Photos for Tree of Heaven

Once you arrive down the hill to the campground you will see the choices of the camping spaces along the Klamath River. This is a view looking from one end.