About this campground
Overview 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. Recreation 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. Facilities 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. Natural Features 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (530) 627-3291.
Getting there
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.
Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING
- HIKING
- FISHING
- CAMPING
- BOATING
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