There is a 14-day limit for occupying a campground, and pets on leashes are
permitted.

<p>There is a 14-day limit for occupying a campground, and pets on leashes are permitted.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Bailey Canyon Campground

## Overview

Fir Cove Campground is located on beautiful eastern shore of Ruth Lake, a
13,800-acre jewel situated in the thickly forested mountains of northern
California. A variety of recreational opportunities abound.  
  
Fir Cove is one of three Forest Service campgrounds in the area, and one of
two on the lake. Bailey Canyon Campground is the companion to Fir Cove. It is
located east of Fir Cove and is first-come, first-serve.

## Recreation

The lake provides boating, water skiing, fishing and countless other
recreation opportunities.  
  
Anglers can enjoy a catch of small and largemouth bass, catfish, rainbow
trout, Kokonee salmon, bluegill and crappie.  
  
Forested peaks and valleys offer ample opportunities for hunting, hiking and
off-road vehicle use. The Bailey Vista and Lakeview Trailheads start from Fir
Cove, and the Picket Peak Trailhead starts from Bailey Canyon.

## Facilities

The campground offers several tent-only and multiple combined sites, many of
them overlooking the lake. All sites are within a short walk from Ruth Lake.
Sites 11 and 12 are companion sites.  
  
Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as well as accessible
vault toilets and drinking water.

## Natural Features

The campground straddles a seasonal creek that empties into Ruth Lake. It is
nestled in a mixture of mature Douglas fir, oak, pine and cedar trees at an
elevation of about 2,700 feet.  
  
The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California,
stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the
famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The
Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Fir Cove Campground is located on beautiful eastern shore of Ruth Lake, a 13,800-acre jewel situated in the thickly forested mountains of northern California. A variety of recreational opportunities abound.<br><br>Fir Cove is one of three Forest Service campgrounds in the area, and one of two on the lake. Bailey Canyon Campground is the companion to Fir Cove. It is located east of Fir Cove and is first-come, first-serve.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The lake provides boating, water skiing, fishing and countless other recreation opportunities. 
<br/><br/>
Anglers can enjoy a catch of small and largemouth bass, catfish, rainbow trout, Kokonee salmon, bluegill and crappie. 
<br/> <br/>
Forested peaks and valleys offer ample opportunities for hunting, hiking and off-road vehicle use. The Bailey Vista and Lakeview Trailheads start from Fir Cove, and the Picket Peak Trailhead starts from Bailey Canyon.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers several tent-only and multiple combined sites, many of them overlooking the lake. All sites are within a short walk from Ruth Lake. Sites 11 and 12 are companion sites.
<br/> <br/>
Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as well as accessible vault toilets and drinking water.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground straddles a seasonal creek that empties into Ruth Lake. It is nestled in a mixture of mature Douglas fir, oak, pine and cedar trees at an elevation of about 2,700 feet. 
<br/><br/>
The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California, stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.

Season Dates: 5/21/2021 - 9/13/2021

  * Daily rate $12/night
  * Extra Vehicle $5/night
  * Fee is due at entrance kiosk
  * Cash or Check made payable to USDA (United States Department of Agriculture).

Partially shaded campsite at Fir Cove near the shoreline.

Fir Cove Campsite

Fir Cove Campground shoreline is a great place to enjoy the sandy beach, swimming, fishing and boating access.

Fir Cove Campground Shoreline

Large partially shaded campsites with vault toilets, picnic tables and fire rings.

Fir Cove Campground Campsites

Fir Cove on the eastern shore of Ruth Lake.

Fir Cove Campground at Ruth Lake

Popular Ruth Lake Activity

Campsites are a short walk from the shore line.

Fir Cove Campground Ruth Lake Shoreline

Fir Cove Campground

Our facility is currently experiencing a temporary water outage. Please visit
our website or contact the facility for additional information.

<p>Our facility is currently experiencing a temporary water outage. Please visit our website or contact the facility for additional information.</p>

NO RESERVATIONS - All sites are first come first served.

<p>NO RESERVATIONS - All sites are first come first served.</p>

## Overview

Mad River Campground is located on banks of its namesake river, about two
miles south of Ruth Lake in the thickly forested mountains of northern
California.

## Recreation

Fishing is a popular activity and anglers can expect to catch a variety of
trout in the Mad River. Nearby Ruth Lake is open for boating, swimming and
other water-related activities. A marina and boat ramp are available for easy
lake access, and maps and directions to the marina are located on the
information boards in the campground.

## Facilities

The campground offers multiple single-family campsites, available for tent and
RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A
majority of the sites are adjacent to the Mad River.  
  
Tables and campfire rings are available at each site. Accessible vault toilets
and drinking water are also provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on a bluff overlooking the river among a forested
area of oak trees and evergreen shrubs. Portions of the campground are capped
with tall Douglas fir trees, providing ample shade.  
  
The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California,
stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the
famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The
Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.

## Nearby Attractions

The 13,800-acre Ruth Lake is about three miles south of the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Mad River Campground is located on banks of its namesake river, about two miles south of Ruth Lake in the thickly forested mountains of northern California.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fishing is a popular activity and anglers can expect to catch a variety of trout in the Mad River. Nearby Ruth Lake is open for boating, swimming and other water-related activities. A marina and boat ramp are available for easy lake access, and maps and directions to the marina are located on the information boards in the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers multiple single-family campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A majority of the sites are adjacent to the Mad River. <br/> 
<br/>
Tables and campfire rings are available at each site. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are also provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on a bluff overlooking the river among a forested area of oak trees and evergreen shrubs. Portions of the campground are capped with tall Douglas fir trees, providing ample shade. 
<br/><br/>
The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California, stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The 13,800-acre Ruth Lake is about three miles south of the campground.

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