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Dillon Creek Campground
18 mi southwest of Happy Camp, CA · No signal at camp
About Dillon Creek Campground
The roar of cascading Dillon Creek provides the perfect atmosphere for a peaceful, yet adventurous stay in the densely wooded Siskiyou Mountains. Dillon's mountainous terrain combines the warmth of the summer sun with cool gentle breezes which wind their way through these majestic canyons. As you walk the winding path to one of the most scenic and refreshing natural “swimming holes” in northern California, every conceivable form of outdoor adventure is within your grasp. For added family activities in the area you can visit “Oogaromtok” (Frog Pond), or take the scenic drive to Nordheimer Flat up the Salmon River Road. The campsites, carved into the mountain slopes, are sheltered, shaded, and offer privacy. The bear-proof garbage containers are a cautious reminder that you are in a riparian habitat area with a widely diversified wildlife population.
- Fees: $10 per night for camping; $5 extra vehicle fee; $5 for day use.
- Season: 5/15/2024 – 10/15/2024
- Managed by: USFS - Six Rivers National Forest
- Where: 18 mi southwest of Happy Camp, CA · 41.57574, -123.53919
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: May–Jun & Sep–Oct (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: None.
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Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soldier | ATV road | 1.1 mi | 6.5 mi |
| Soldier | ATV road | 1.4 mi | 0.6 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Camps nearby
- Ogaromtoc Campground 6.1 mi
- Stanshaw Equestrian Camp and Trailhead 7.4 mi
- Dispersed spot · 22 mi S of Happy Camp 9.2 mi
- Ukonom Ranger District 9.6 mi
- Elk Hole Camp 9.6 mi
- Beans Camp Campground 10 mi