Junction City Campground

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.

For information on campground details, fees, opening/closing dates, and making reservations, please visit: Junction City Campground, Trinity - Recreation.gov

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.

Camp site features

Across 20 camp sites:

  • Pets allowed: all 20 sites

Stay Limit

Check in from 12 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

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Maia E
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Reviewed a month ago
This campground is right on the highway, so it's noisy until after dark. Be aware of booking a site that specifies SHADE, I am disappointed that there was nil to no shade upon arrival around 4pm. Direct, full sun until after sunset. We were very uncomfortable without shade for respite. No potable water. No trash receptacles. One of two vault toilets was okay, the other was gross... not a fan of inhaling toilet flies while doing business. I find it ridiculous to have to pay 8$ for a reservation fee, especially for a one night stay, and ending up in a site that was too hot to enjoy our evening outdoors. This campground does not suit me, but others may find it acceptable.
Donna W
Loop:Junction City
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Reviewed a month ago
the place was very clean, and our name was posted very clearly at the campsite.
Jenn O
Loop:Junction City
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Reviewed 2 months ago
First off we love this place. Great location. It’s noise only because you’re right by the road. It’s a great price, we like that some sites can be paid online it would be nice if all were like that. Oh the online fee is a little steep but we don’t mind. It does have cell service. There’s no water even in the event of a fire. No trash cans so people have put the trash in the bear boxes and it’s left. Only one bathroom is open. The sites are over grown and could potentially a fire hazard. There are bear boxes but no signs posted about mountain lions. But all being said we love this camp ground we come every year multiple times and will continue. Thank you
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