Patrick Creek Campground
Patrick Creek Campground sits at the confluence of Patrick Creek and the middle fork of Smith River in the vast Six Rivers National Forest of northern California. The campground has a special charm, with steps, rock walls, restrooms and sunken campfire circles built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 002 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 003 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 004 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 005 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 006 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 007 | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 008 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 009 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 010 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
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 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
The campground offers multiple single-family accessible campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided. Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are also available.
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 | Six Rivers National Forest |
| Fees | $14 per night, $5 extra vehicle charge. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Highway 101, north of Crescent City, California, travel east on Highway 199 for 22 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Gasquet, California |
| Coordinates | 41.8719° N, 123.8467° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedPatterson Rx
32 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRoots & Shoots Rx: Or
37 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSrf 2026 Rx Implementation
43 mi from the campground · 500 acres
- PrescribedLeary Rx
46 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Rogue Outdoor Store ↗ | 47.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 59.4 mi |
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Video
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Worth a stop
- 8.2 miDoe Flat Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.9 miForks River Access And Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 12 miSourdough Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miPatrick Creek Trail ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 3 miHigh Dome3.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.5 miDarlingtonia ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.5 miElk Camp Ridge ↗8.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 4.8 miHigh Dome Meadow0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 5 miHigh Dome Lookout0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests begins about 3.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.7 miRogue River-Siskiyou National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,852,705 acres
- 5.6 miSiskiyou Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 179,847 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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Gasquet Ranger Station Historic DistrictHistoric district · Gasquet · 6.4 mi
- Osgood DitchStructure · Cave Junction · 12.8 mi
Natural features
Patrick Creek is located in a mature forest of Douglas firs in the northernmost part of California. A popular historic lodge and restaurant lie just across the highway from the campground. The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California, stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.
Recreation
Popular activities include swimming, sunbathing, rafting and fishing in the Smith River, which is just adjacent to the campground. Anglers can expect healthy fishing populations of salmon, steelhead and cutthroat trout. Visitors also enjoy hiking, horseback riding and biking in the area. There are no trailheads in the campground, but Elk Camp Ridge, High Dome and French Hill trailheads are all within 10 miles of the site.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Patrick Creek Campground?
Sites at Patrick Creek 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 Patrick Creek Campground?
$14 per night, $5 extra vehicle charge.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Patrick Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Patrick Creek Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Patrick Creek Campground have?
13 sites, including 13 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Patrick Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. 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 Patrick Creek Campground?
Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are also available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Patrick Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Patrick Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Patrick Creek Campground?
Popular activities include swimming, sunbathing, rafting and fishing in the Smith River, which is just adjacent to the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Patrick Creek Campground?
Gasquet, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Patrick Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Grassy Flat Campground (2.4 mi, partly first-come), Panther Flat Campground (4.8 mi, partly first-come), and North Fork Campground (9.4 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby