Oak Bottom Campground

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P.O. BOX 410
ORLEANS, CA 95556

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.

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.

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.

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.

Camp site features

Across 25 camp sites:

  • Fire pit: all 25 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 25 sites
  • ADA accessible: 1 of 25 sites
  • Longest RV: 40 ft
  • Largest party: 8 people

Services within 25 miles · OpenStreetMap

Nearest dump station: 19.6 mi

Directions

From Highway 96, take Salmon River Road/Forest Highway 93 for 2.3 miles to Oak Bottom Campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

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James M
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Reviewed 21 days ago
We thought we booked a camping spot at Oak Bottom Campground at Whiskeytown Lake in Shasta County. Sadly, we arrived at 6pm and the next day were told that it was a private campground and had to pay for the site at there marina shop. I know I booked on recreation.gov and looked up specifically Oak Bottom Campground at Whiskeytown Lake. We went to the visitors center at WHISKEYTOWN LAKE and the ranger said it happens all the time and to ask for a refund. Just what I want to do when I’m on vacation with little cell service. Super disappointed since the actual campground was another 3 hours north and we wanted to camp at Whiskeytown Lake. The Recreation.gov sight has given me similar problem at June Lake and I am very frustrated using it. I am not happy with it at all. Luckily we were able to stay at the private campground but had to pay again. Super disappointing with recreation.gov.
Gretchen H
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Reviewed 4 months ago
Nice, quiet campground. Good dappled light. Vault toilets weren’t horrible and there was drinking water.
correine m
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Reviewed 4 months ago
campers were respectful and quiet beaitiful campground
Jeanine R
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Reviewed 3 years ago
Our camp host was wonderful. Clean bathrooms.
Vincent K
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Reviewed 4 years ago
Excellent site with the desirable solitude. The campground was almost empty. The bathrooms were very clean. The host is helpful if you have questions about the area. The only drawback that you have to bring your own bear canister for your food because the campsite doesn’t have one set up.
Jane B
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Reviewed 4 years ago
Face, the host, was a sweet, helpful, informative person and we will come back. The campground was so clean, lavatories were clean, very well kept sites, fully shaded.Thank you!
Availability

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Season dates

Peak season

Jun 1, 2027 – Sep 30, 2027

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Peak season

Jun 1, 2028 – Sep 30, 2028

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