Showing posts with label Scott River. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Scott River. Show all posts

Friday, May 27, 2016

Lover's Camp








Brief description:  Beautiful treed area in the Marble Mountain wilderness area.  Tent camping only.  Many hiking and riding trails in this area.  The camp has 3 areas, corrals for horses and/or mules for packing into the mountains, parking area for livestock trailers, and a nice paved parking area for autos.  Walk into campsites.

Open Dates:  Open in May to October

Number of Campsites:   8 tent sites

Length of Stay:  14 days maximum

Fees:  Free!

Affiliation: Klamath National Forest Service

Location/Address:  Camp is located approximately 24 miles from Ft. Jones, California off of Hwy 3 and Scott River Road.  From Yreka travel Hwy 3 to Ft. Jones, take the Scott River Road for approximately 14 miles to the Indian Scotty and Lover’s Camp turn off.  (Sign post is well marked at turn).  Travel past Indian Scotty Camp and continue on the one lane paved road for 8 miles.  Some parts of the road are steep, and it is a winding road.  Watch for oncoming traffic, there are turnouts available.  In the spring runoff some places the water may cross the road.  The campground has essentially 3 areas, the first is horse corrals, the second area has the sign for the campground and the area is available for camping and parking livestock trailers.  Continue past the camping area sign for about ¼ mile and there will be a large paved parking lot adjacent to walk in campsites.

Elevation:  4,300 ft.

Contact Information:

Klamath National Forest
Supervisor’s  Office
1711 South Main Street
Yreka, CA  96097
(530) 842-6131


Amenities: 
·       Vault toilets
·       Fire rings
·       Some tables
·       Parking area
·       Water for horses only, not potable!
·       Gather firewood locally
·       Fishing in nearby lakes
     Livestock corrals



General Description:  Located in the trees with views of the Marble Mountain Wilderness.  Tent camping areas only, walk in.  Deer, bears, and birds frequent the area.  No trash service, no drinking water.  Bring in your own water, as well as water for dowsing campfires.  Remove all trash you bring in as well as clean up after dogs, and pack out.  Dogs on leash only.  Summers are moderate.  Contact the Forest Service for Packing Outfitters who are authorized to operate in the area.  Many trails give access to the Marble Mountain Wilderness via Canyon Creek and Red Rock Trails.  This is a lightly used campground.




Nearby Services:  (groceries, medical, etc.)  Nearest fuel and food located in Ft. Jones, approximately 24 miles.  Nearest Emergency room access would be Fairchild Medical Center in Yreka, approximately 42 miles.  Major supplies available in Yreka, California (42 miles).

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Views along the Scott River

Sites along the route ~ The Scott River Road northwest from Fort Jones on Hwy 3.
Scott River near Indian Scotty Campground in early Spring:














Along the Scott River Road in early Spring:

Scott River in April after good rains:

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Bridge Flat Campground (NFS)























Name of Campground
: Bridge Flat


This small, but nice campground is located right on the Scott River near river access with good fishing, rafting in spring, swimming in summer.  We are sorry to report:  At last visit it appears that the Forest Service has eliminated this campground for "official" camping.  The area is still accessible right off of the road, but the signs have been removed as well as the tables and other amenities.  It is believed the area is still available for day use and camping as a "dispersed area".  Please contact the Forest Headquarters for up to date information.

Elevation: Approximately 2,200 ft.

Number of Campsites: 4 family sites. Sites are flat and is handicap accessible.

Day use
: Available

Affiliation: National Forest Campground Klamath National Forest ~ Scott River Ranger District.

Hiking: Across the road from the Kelsey Creek Trail. Nice day hikes and longer trips into the Marble Mountain Wilderness.

Open Dates: Most sites within the Klamath National Forest are open from mid-May through mid-October. Some sites may be available with reduced services.

Campsites are on first come basis.

Price: Free! 

Amenities:
  • Picnic
  • River Access nearby
  • Floating the river ~ summer
  • Rafting the river ~ spring
  • Swimming the river ~ summer
  • Hiking
  • Seasonal Fishing
  • Water View
  • Immediate access from road
  • Handicapped accessible
Please note: Drinking water is not available. Pack garbage out.  The Forest Service says if you use river water to drink or cook with, be sure and boil properly or have an adequate filtration system.

General Description:

Campground is in forested area adjacent to Scott River Road and at water's edge, however, located above on a cliff. Shaded area in trees. Undergrowth dry in mid to late summer. Wildlife may include black bears, deer, mountain lions, birds of prey. Poison oak may be in the area.

Services: Store and services 17 miles at Fort Jones. Major supplies in Yreka on Interstate 5. Automobile fuel services available in Fort Jones. Nearest Hospital and full service emergency room: Yreka, however, emergency medical services may be available in Fort Jones.

Directions from Yreka: Take the first exit (heading north) from Yreka on Interstate 5 for Highway 3. Turn south from the first stop light after exit at intersection towards Fort Jones. Travel past WalMart and drive to Fort Jones, about 15 miles. Note: If towing a trailer, parts of the road is steep in some areas, but passable. Drive through the town of Fort Jones and continue on Hwy 3 until the Scott River Road which will on the right just at the end of town. The road will be at the corner where the Scott River Ranger District Station is located. Follow the Scott River Road for approximately 17 miles. Just prior to the campground a small bridge will be crossed.

Location/address: Located on Scott River Road about 17 miles from Fort Jones.

Map link: Bridge Flat Campground

Contacts:

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

Scott River Ranger District
11263 N. Highway 3
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-5351


Wednesday, April 30, 2008

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.