Overview

Camp on the edge of the Trinity River in one of 13 tent/trailer campsites (max length 20 feet). 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.

Facilities

Camp on the edge of the Trinity River in one of 13 tent/trailer campsites. No electric, water, or sewer hookups are available. Campsites have picnic tables, fire rings, and bear boxes. A small beach and day use area are found near the campground. A campground host is generally on site. 

Natural Features

Steel Bridge Campground is nestled in a narrow valley with ponderosa pine, douglas fir, oak, and madrone trees coating the hillsides. The campground is immeidately adjacent to the Wild and Scenic Trinity River, known for its cold, clear water and abudant paddling, swimming, and fishing opprotunities. 

Recreation

Swimming, fishing, and paddling are all popular activites along the Trinity River immediately adjacent to the campground. A rustic hiking trail can be explored to find additional river access points and connect you to other recreation sites along Steiner Flat Road. Wildlife is abundat along the river, so birding and other wildlife viewing activities are popular!

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.

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 . 

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

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

Important Notices

• Please check in with the campground host when you arrive.

• Dogs must be kept on leash in the campground.

• Campfires are allowed in the established fire rings, when in conformance with BLM Fire Restrictions (click on the Redding Field Office tab). Please get a free CALFire Campfire Permit before arriving by visiting Ready for Wildfire webpage .   

• We have lots of wildlife in the campground - please keep you campsite clean and use the bear boxes found in each site to store your food.

• The river is cold and fast - life jackets save lives!

• If you are making a same day reservation - please bring a copy (screen shot is ok!) of your reservation confirmation to show the camp host.

Contact Information

Phone: 530-224-2100

Rental Options

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