Curly Jack Campground
Curly Jack Campground is situated along the Klamath Wild and Scenic River near the town of Happy Camp. Visitors enjoy whitewater boating and fishing on the river, and exploring local hiking trails.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 4 |
Site guide
16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 004 | Group | Paved | Partial | 30 / 2 | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 008 | Group | Paved | Partial | 30 / 2 | |
| 009 | Group | Paved | Partial | 30 / 2 | |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 6 / 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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
The campground offers shaded single family sites, as well as four group sites that can accommodate up to 30 people each. Many sites have a view of the river. Group sites feature a general area for dispersed tent camping and a large gravel parking area for extra vehicles and trailers.
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 | Family Campsites are $15 per night. Group Campsites are $50 per night by reservation only at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777 |
| Rules | Dogs on leash only. Please pick up after your dog. Camping limit 14 days. |
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Getting there
From CA State Highway 96 in Happy Camp, turn south on to Elk Creek Road. Drive across the river bridge then follow Elk Creek Rd approx.5 mile to Curly Jack Rd. Turn right on to Curly Jack Rd. and drive.3 miles to campground entrance.
| Nearest town | Happy Camp, California |
| Coordinates | 41.7862° N, 123.3908° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedPatterson Rx
22 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSrf 2026 Rx Implementation
34 mi from the campground · 500 acres
- PrescribedRoots & Shoots Rx: Or
36 mi from the campground
- PrescribedLeary Rx
40 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 ↗ | 34.3 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 35.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 44.9 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
The campground is within walking distance to the town of Happy Camp, where there are restaurants and a grocery store. A whitewater rafting outfitter and several fishing guides are based in Happy Camp.
- 0.4 miHappy Camp Town Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1.9 miBenjamin Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miHappy Camp Town Trail1 mi trail
- 1.9 miRiver Trail ↗5.5 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.4 miHappy Camp Town Trailhead ↗Klamath National Forest
- 1.9 miBenjamin Creek 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
Siskiyou Wilderness begins about 7.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.2 miSiskiyou Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 179,847 acres
- 10.8 miRed Buttes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,130 acres
- 11.5 miMarble Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 225,114 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.
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Natural features
The campsground sits at an elevation of 1,075 feet on the banks of the Klamath River opposite the town of Happy Camp. The Klamath National Forest is comprised of a vast array of mountains, streams and lakes straddling the California and Oregon border. The nearly 2-million acre forest includes five wilderness areas, one scenic byway, 200 miles of wild and scenic river and 1,100 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. Elevations range from 450 to 8,900 feet, making for varied topography and diverse plant and animal life.
Recreation
Fishing, birding, hiking and whitewater boating are popular options, as is scenic driving along the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway. Visitors can access a Class III section of the Klamath River from the campground. The campsite is a put-in and take-out point for whitewater rafting - boats must be carried across a gravel bar.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Curly Jack Campground?
Sites at Curly Jack 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 Curly Jack Campground?
Family Campsites are $15 per night. Group Campsites are $50 per night by reservation only at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Curly Jack Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Curly Jack Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Curly Jack Campground have?
16 sites, including 12 standard sites without power and 4 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Curly Jack Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 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
Is there cell service at Curly Jack Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Curly Jack Campground?
Fishing, birding, hiking and whitewater boating are popular options, as is scenic driving along the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Curly Jack Campground?
Happy Camp, California. The campground is within walking distance to the town of Happy Camp, where there are restaurants and a grocery store.
Source: Getting there
What if Curly Jack Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Fort Goff Campground (8.8 mi, first-come), Grider Creek Campground (9 mi, first-come), and Sulphur Springs Campground (9.5 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby