The Oak Bottom River Access, located directly across from the campground, provides access to the Salmon River which is renowned for it's class 3-5 whitewater. The lower portion of the Salmon offers excellent swimming and tubing opportunities. Additional river accesses include Brannon's Bar, George Geary, and Blue Hole.
Latitude 41° 48′ 34.0596″ N
Longitude 123° 6′ 56.9124″ W
The Ukonom Ranger District, while within the geographic boundary of the Klamath National Forest, has been administered by the Six Rivers National Forest since September 1999. This was done through an agreement between the two national forests and approved by the Region 5 Regional Forester. The Ukonom Ranger District shows on both the Six Rivers and Klamath national forest maps. The Marble Mountain Wilderness is within the Ukonom Ranger District.
Latitude 41° 28′ 57.3168″ N
Longitude 123° 24′ 38.8692″ W
Nordheimer is in the heart of the Salmon River whitewater area. Rafting activities begin in the spring and continue until the water levels drop in early summer. Remnants from historic mining operations can still be seen in this remote but beautiful camping area. A few fruit trees remain from past homesteading activities. Nordheimer is a must for those seeking beauty and seclusion. Boat access to the rivers edge is available at Nordheimer with 4×4 vehicles. The campground offers spacious and secluded sites.
Located on Salmon River Road 14 miles east of Highway 96, at the 900 foot elevation.
Latitude 41° 17′ 51.0864″ N
Longitude 123° 21′ 38.7288″ W
The spectacular Klamath River is both the second largest and second longest river in California. The river makes its way through over 200 miles both the Cascade and Coast Mountain Ranges offering many recreation opportunities to its visitors. Summer months bring rafters to the area and jet boat rides are offered out of the town of Klamath. The river is renowned for its fishing opportunities of Chinook (King Salmon), coho (Silver Salmon), and steelhead. The river is easily accessible off of Highway 96. Several ramps exist to provide easy launching for your boat.
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Blue Lake lies in a beautiful mountain setting in the Orleans Ranger District. Surrounded mature trees and ferns, the lake is approximately 2.5 acres. Blue Lake is connected to Fish Lake via a 3.7 mile trail system.
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Longitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ W
Fish Lake is located in the southwestern portion of the Orleans Ranger District. As one of the most popular recreational areas on the District, Fish Lake offers camping, fishing and hiking on over 5 miles of trails that link Fish Lake with Red Mountain and Blue Lakes. The 0.6 mile long lake is over 30 feet deep and stocked with Rainbow trout throughout the season. The lake also offers smallmouth bass, and blue gill. For those using water craft there is a cement boat ramp and parking area on the northern end. Outboard motors are not allowed on the lake. Due to the presence of Port-Orford-cedar root disease, the lake and campground are closed during the wet weather months.
Latitude 41° 15′ 55.0008″ N
Longitude 123° 41′ 2.0004″ W
A popular spot for fishing enthusiasts alike, this small campground offers 10 campsites for those desiring to stay at a prime location to get their catch. It is conveniently located by some of the best fishing holes on the Klamath River and nearby streams. It offers potable water, one vault toilet and a variety visitors to chat and swap fishing stories with in the later part of summer and fall.
Latitude 41° 14′ 2.2308″ N
Longitude 123° 39′ 36.6408″ W
The District is one of four on the Six Rivers National Forest, encompassing approximately 500,000 acres. Located about 30 miles from the Northern Coast of California and subsequently under a coastal influence that produces a long summer season.
Latitude 41° 18′ 3.3912″ N
Longitude 123° 32′ 31.6248″ W
7,280 acres on the Mad River District
Latitude 40° 20′ 3.9732″ N
Longitude 123° 33′ 8.0856″ W
The Eel River makes it's 100 mile long stretch through some of the most pristine redwood groves in the state. The mouth of the mighty river opens up 15 miles south of Eureka after weaving its path through both Mendocino and Humboldt counties. It is amazing to think that at the turn of the century, the Chinook salmon was over a half million strong in this river. Though the present numbers are only a fraction of their former glory, one can still enjoy salmon, some trout fishing and the largest steelhead run in California.
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