Douglas City Campground
Douglas City Campground offers camping opportunities along the Wild and Scenic Trinity River in Trinity County, CA. The campground has 24 sites, flush toilets, hot showers, and easy access to the Trinity River. Campers can enjoy small beaches along the river for swimming, fishing, or paddling. The campground is nearby to many other recreational experiences in Trinity County - lakes, trails, wilderness, whitewater rafting, and more.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 23 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
23 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 | Back-in | 68 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 2 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 3 | Back-in | 48 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 5 | Back-in | 70 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 6 | Back-in | 58 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 7 | Back-in | 54 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 8 | Back-in | 58 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 9 | Back-in | 56 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 10 | Back-in | 46 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 11 | Back-in | 46 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 84 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site Site 20 is listed accessible |
Camp on the edge of the Trinity River in one of 24 tent/trailer campsites. No electric, water, or sewer hookups are available. Potable water, flush toilets, and hot showers are available. Campsites have picnic tables, fire rings, and bear boxes. A small beach is found within the campground. A campground host is generally on site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Follow State Highway 299 to Douglas City, CA. Turn onto Steiner Flat Road (sometimes called Riverview Road on maps). You should see the Douglas City firehouse and store. Follow Stiener Flat Road about one-half mile west of Douglas City to the campground turnoff.
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 40.66° N, 122.95° W. Call the office before you drive. |
Charges and cancellations
- If you are cancelling completely or arriving later than your reservations start date - please use Recreation.gov webiste or call center to make the modification
- If you are in the middle of your stay and want to modify your stay length or which site you are in - please use Recreation.gov website or call center to make the modification
- If you are not going to use your reservation for a night, please consider cancelling or modifying your reservation so that other hopeful campers have the opportunity to reserve the site and enjoy the campground!
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
6 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
7 mi from the campground
- PrescribedShf Rx
35 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Explore
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Douglas City Campground - Trinity National Wild & Scenic River, CA
Natural features
Douglas City 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.
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!
Nearby
Trinity River (Lewiston Lake to Pigeon Point): Class I and II segment popular for fishing, swimming, and paddling. 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. Trinity Alps Wilderness: Access the wilderness area through many nearby trailheads for overnight or day hiking. Weaverville, CA: Small town with dining and shopping options.
Guidebooks for Trinity
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Douglas City Campground?
Sites at Douglas City Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Douglas City Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Douglas City Campground have?
24 sites, including 23 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Douglas City Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Douglas City Campground?
Potable water, flush toilets, and hot showers are available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Douglas City Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Douglas City Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Douglas City Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Douglas City Campground?
Site Site 20 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 Douglas City Campground?
Swimming, fishing, and paddling are all popular activites along the Trinity River immediately adjacent to the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation