Steel Bridge Campground

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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.

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

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!

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 is 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.

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.

Camp site features

Across 12 camp sites:

Pets allowed: 7 of 12 sites
ADA accessible: 1 of 12 sites
Largest party: 8 people
Equipment: CAR, CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, FIFTH WHEEL, LARGE TENT OVER 9X12`, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, SMALL TENT, Tent, Trailer, VEHICLE

Services within 25 miles · OpenStreetMap

Nearest dump station: 19.0 mi

Nearest water fill: 15.0 mi

Stay Limit

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

Reviews

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Pam K

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Reviewed 10 days ago

The camp host was the best I have ever known! Kent is his name.

reid J

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Reviewed 20 days ago

Great place very nice campground

Anna R

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Reviewed 24 days ago

We always enjoy staying at this campground. The stars are absolutely beautiful and the camp host does a great job keeping things up. He is knowledgeable on the history of the area and handels the business aspect of the campground appropriately.

Taryn M

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Reviewed a month ago

My stay was short but enjoyable! I like how spaced how the sites are and the nearby recreational activities that are available. Plus, the location itself is beautiful! The host is also very kind and helpful.

Alice W

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Nice and quiet little campground. The camp host, Kent, was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the area. The only ADA site is paved from the parking area around the fire pit, BUT it has a pretty good slope and trying to level off in the parking spot was challenging, (almost all of the other sites appeared more level, just without the paving around the fire pit, and they're a little further away from the only vault toilet). Only spent one night there but it's on my list for a longer trip!

Danielle M

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Really nice little campground right along the river. There is a sandy beach area. Bathrooms and sites were very clean. Nice little trail along the river to explore. Camp host was wonderful.

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