Oak Bottom Campground
OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND
Part of Six Rivers National Forest
Overview
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND AT WHISKEYTOWN LAKE. FOR THAT SITE NEAR REDDING, CALL 530-359-2269
Open from mid-May through mid-October, this Oak Bottom Campground is on the Salmon River at Somes Bar, California. It is situated on a shaded and gently sloping hillside in the expansive Six Rivers and Klamath National Forests, far from highway noise and city distractions. NEW: Each reservable campsite now has its own bear-resistant food storage locker, as do most of the first-come first-served campsites. Campsite List calendar starts at the next available reservation dates.
Facilities
The campground offers 25 single-family sites. Each site is equipped with a bear-resistant food storage locker, picnic table, and fire ring with grill. Some sites have vintage rock stoves as well. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A campground host may be available.
Natural Features
The campground loops around a forested hillside of mixed Douglas fir and hardwood forest at a 700-foot elevation. Large deciduous trees provide ample shading for multiple sites within the campground, and a variety of wildlife makes its home in the area.Recreation
Located near California's Salmon River, the campground is popular with whitewater enthusiasts in the spring. Many challenging rapids ranging from class 3 to 5 are available. Swimming is also popular in the summer and numerous river access areas are a short drive or walk from the campground. In the fall, salmon and steelhead trout fishing in the nearby Klamath River is known to be some of the best in the state.Nearby Attractions
The small town of Somes Bar is 2.5 miles from the campground. Propane, groceries, and tackle are available at a general store.
Important Notices
There are no electric, water or sewer hookups
- Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis
- Fees will be collected for additional vehicles
- Extra parking is available a short walking distance from the campground
Never leave food items unattended or in your tent or sleeping bag
- Please keep all food and toiletries stored in airtight containers
Store food and scented items in your site's bear-resistant food storage locker.
Properly dispose all garbage in provided bear-proof trash and recycling bins
- Do not feed the bears
Click here to learn more about the Six Rivers National Forest
Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
Available Activities
- Swimming Site - Swimming Site
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Water Sports - Water Sports
- Hunting - Hunting
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Boating - Boating
- Biking - Biking
Directions
From Highway 96, take Salmon River Road/Forest Highway 93 for 2.3 miles to Oak Bottom Campground.
Contact Information
P.O. BOX 410ORLEANS, CA 95556
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 019, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Parking
- Site 004, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
