Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground
The Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground is located at the Southern edge of the Klamath National Forest on the South Fork of the Salmon River. Offering a total of six equestrian sites, only one of these sites, #6, is available for reservation.
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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Equestrian | 6 |
Site guide
6 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 006 | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | – / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 001 | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | – / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 002 | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | – / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 003 | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | – / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 004 | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | – / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 005 | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | – / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 10:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 006, 001, 002, 003 and 2 more are listed accessible |
Campsite #6 offers pull-through parking and four iron horse corrals measuring 12' x 12'.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Klamath National Forest |
| Fees | $10 per night |
| Rules | There are no water troughs in the corral stalls for the horses. Campers must provide their own buckets for watering. Dogs on leash only. Camping limit 14 days. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Callahan, CA, take County Road 93 west towards Cecilville. Drive 12 miles and turn left at the sign for Hidden Horse and Carter Meadows. Hidden Horse is less than 2 miles down the road, on your left.
| Nearest town | Fort Jones, California |
| Coordinates | 41.2197° N, 122.9103° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
32 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSrf 2026 Rx Implementation
33 mi from the campground · 500 acres
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
33 mi from the campground
- PrescribedLeary Rx
36 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 | Etna Creek Outfitters ↗ | 16.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 29.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Cousin Gary RV Center ↗ | 48.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Trinity Alps Wilderness, Russian Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail all are nearby and offer hiking and horseback riding opportunities.
- 0.6 miTrail Gulch Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 0.6 miCarter Meadows Summit Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miCarter Meadows Interior4.3 mi trail
- 0.6 miTrail Gulch2.8 mi trail
- 0.6 miHidden Lake0.9 mi trail
- 1 miLong Gulch3.9 mi trail
- 1.3 miSouth Fork Lakes3.3 mi trail
- 1.5 miSaloon Creek2.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.6 miTrail Gulch Trailhead ↗Klamath National Forest
- 0.6 miCarter Meadows Summit Trailhead ↗Klamath National Forest
- 1 miLong Gulch Trailhead ↗Klamath National Forest
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 Shasta-Trinity National Forest.
- inShasta-Trinity National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,715,499 acres
- 0.9 miTrinity Alps Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 537,357 acres
- 4.2 miRussian Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 12,521 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
On the National Register nearby
- White's Gulch ArrastraSite · Sawyers Bar · 9.6 mi
- Sawyers Bar Catholic ChurchBuilding · Sawyers Bar · 13.1 mi
Natural features
The Klamath National Forest encompasses nearly 2 million acres of land straddling the California and Oregon border. The Klamath is a vast array of mountains, streams, lakes, and, at elevations ranging from 450 to 8,900 feet, is home to diverse plant life and nearly 400 animal species. The partially shaded campground sits at an elevation of 5,800 feet.
Recreation
The Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground is adjacent to the Trinity Alps Wilderness, Russian Wilderness and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. From this site, you can ride to three trailheads that access several wilderness lakes and countless miles of trails.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground?
Sites at Hidden Horse Equestrian 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 Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground?
$10 per night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 10:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground have?
6 sites, including 6 equestrian sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground have hookups?
Yes, water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hidden Horse Equestrian 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. There are no water troughs in the corral stalls for the horses.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground?
Sites 006, 001, 002, and 003 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 6 sites in all. 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 Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground?
The Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground is adjacent to the Trinity Alps Wilderness, Russian Wilderness and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground?
Fort Jones, California. Trinity Alps Wilderness, Russian Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail all are nearby and offer hiking and horseback riding opportunities.
Source: Getting there
What if Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Carter Meadows Horse Group (0.2 mi), Shadow Creek Campground (8.3 mi, first-come), and Big Flat Campground (10.5 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby