Skunk Point Group Campground
Skunk Point Group Campground is located 1.9 miles east of Big Bar, CA along CA Highway 299 at an elevation of 1200'. Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, this campground is a wonderful place to camp when enjoying all the river has to offer.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Partial | Riverfront | 50 / 15 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 1 is listed accessible |
There is one group site located at this campground. There are picnic tables, fire rings and vault toilets. No potable water is available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Group Campground by reservation only on Recreation.gov |
| Forest | Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Fees | $40 group fee |
Weather by month
Getting there
Skunk Point Group Campground is located on the south side of CA Highway 299 1.9 miles east of Big Bar, CA. To get to Skunk Point Group Campground from Redding, CA: Travel West on CA Highway 299, through Weaverville, CA, for approximately 65 miles.
| Coordinates | 40.7364° N, 123.2330° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- They provide quality guided raft and white water instruction and can be found on the Shasta-Trinity NF website. Please note that the Trinity River is subject to periodic changes in flow conditions f
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
15 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
16 mi from the campground
- PrescribedBull D Bear Grass Rx
38 mi from the campground
- PrescribedLeary Rx
39 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Trinity Outdoors ↗ | 16 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 34.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Cousin Gary RV Center ↗ | 46.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 14.9 miLittle Rock Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miTreloar Ridge ↗5.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.9 miHells Hole River Access0.05 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.3 miFrench Creek River Accessunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.9 miManzanita Ridge3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.7 miKnowles Gulch2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Six Rivers National Forest, which overlaps Shasta-Trinity National Forest.
- inSix Rivers National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,273,949 acres
- inShasta-Trinity National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,715,499 acres
- 4.3 miTrinity Alps Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 537,357 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Natural features
Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, this campground has a beautiful view of the river.
Recreation
The Trinity River offers fun-filled hours of fishing, swimming, floating, rafting, kayaking and boating. River access is available at this location for boats that can be carried by hand. Nearby tributaries to the Trinity River offer beautiful spots to swim and spend the day. Generally, Pigeon Point to Big Flat is too dangerous for tuber and family canoeists. Boating is no advisted from Cedar Flat to Grays Falls except for expert boaters. Several commercial guides operate on the Trinity River under Forest Service Special Use permits.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Skunk Point Group Campground?
Sites at Skunk Point Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Skunk Point Group Campground?
$40 group fee
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Skunk Point Group Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Group Campground by reservation only on Recreation.gov.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Skunk Point Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Skunk Point Group Campground?
Skunk Point Group Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Skunk Point Group Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Skunk Point Group Campground?
Site 1 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Skunk Point Group Campground?
The Trinity River offers fun-filled hours of fishing, swimming, floating, rafting, kayaking and boating. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Skunk Point Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Pigeon Point Group Campground (5.8 mi), Hayden Flat Group Campground (6.6 mi), and Big Slide Campground (14.7 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby