Junction City Campground

BLM Bureau of Land Management · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed

The managing agency hasn't published road access for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Hookup Electric Hookup
Style Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites21
Overnight Sites21

Location

40.746246, -123.063887

Description

Overview

Junction City Campground is located in Junction City, CA. It has 21 non-electric campsites. There are no water hookups in the campground. The Trinity Wild and Scenic River is located across Highway 299, giving access to fishing and a boat ramp.

Popular for fishing and pleasure boating alike, this clear, cold section of the river is world famous for its fly fishing. Paddlers enjoy the narrow valley with Ponderosa Pine, Douglas fir, Oaks, and Madrone trees coating the walls of the canyons. If you would like more adrenaline rush, the waters below Pigeon Point rage at class III-V for white water enthusiasts. Those interested in a more relaxing experience can enjoy the abundant camping options in the area or head for the trail with your friends, horses, or dog. If you would like to stay at the river's edge, you can always swim, fish or do a little gold panning. The river can be accessed from many locations along this stretch of the Trinity River.

Recreation

Swimming, fishing, and paddling are all popular activities along the Trinity River immediately adjacent to the campground. Wildlife is abundat along the river, so birding and other wildlife viewing activities are popular! 

Facilities

  • Standard non-electric sites

  • Fire rings

  • 2 vault toilet restrooms

Natural Features

Junction City Campground is located next to the Trinity Wild and Scenic River, a popular destination for fishing and rafting.

Nearby Attractions

Trinity River (Lewiston Lake to Pigeon Point): Class I and II segment popular for fishing, swimming, and paddling. Access map can be found on the BLM website

Trinity River (below Pigeon Point): Class III and IV segment popular for white water rafting. Guided trips availalbe from local vendors. 

Lewiston and Trinty Lakes: Fishing, boating, and swimming.

Trinity Alps Wilderness: Access the wilderness area through many nearby trailheads for overnight or day hiking. More information on the Forest Service website

Weaver Basin trail system: Non-motorized trails near Weaverville, CA that offer great hiking and mountain biking opportunities. Find out more on the Trinity Trail Alliance website

Weaverville, CA: Small town with dining and shopping options.

Details

Phone530-224-2100
Email[email protected]
ReservableYes

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