Tree Of Heaven Campground
Tree of Heaven Campground is situated next to the Klamath Wild and Scenic River, making it popular with whitewater boaters and anglers. Visitors also enjoy birding and hiking along an interpretive trail.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 21 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
22 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 74 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 54 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 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 |
| Accessibility | Site 001 is listed accessible |
The campground has 21 sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A paved boat ramp provides access to the Klamath River.
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. No fee for the day use area -- first come, first served. Some campsites may be reserved at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777. |
| Rules | Dogs on leash only. Please clean up after your dog. Camping limit 14 days. |
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Getting there
Take I-5 to exit 786 for Highway 96 (Klamath River Highway). Follow Highway 96 for 4 miles until you see the sign for Tree of Heaven Campground. Turn left into the campground on road 46N90.
| Nearest town | Happy Camp, California |
| Coordinates | 41.8309° N, 122.6599° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedPatterson Rx
50 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 ↗ | 22.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Provisions ↗ | 25.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 32.5 mi |
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Tree of Heaven Campground - Klamath National Forest
Worth a stop
- 5.2 miHumbug Ohv Recreation Area ↗OHV / range
Trails nearby
- 4.7 miHumbug1011.5 mi trail
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
Soda Mountain Wilderness begins about 13.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 13.9 miSoda Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 24,707 acres
- 14.1 miCascade–Siskiyou National Monument ↗National Monument · Bureau of Land Management · 170,596 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 campground sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet on the Wild and Scenic Klamath River, a short distance from the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway. The Klamath National Forest encompasses 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 trials. Elevations range from 450 to 8,900 feet, making for varied topography and diverse plant and animal life.
Recreation
Fishing, birding, and whitewater boating on the class II-III Klamath River are popular options. The campground contains a quarter-mile interpretive trail and a large group day use area with a volleyball net and horseshoe pit.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Tree Of Heaven Campground?
Sites at Tree Of Heaven 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 Tree Of Heaven Campground?
Family Campsites are $15 per night. No fee for the day use area -- first come, first served. Some campsites may be reserved at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Tree Of Heaven Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Tree Of Heaven Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Tree Of Heaven Campground have?
22 sites, including 21 standard sites without power and 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Tree Of Heaven 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
Are there accessible sites at Tree Of Heaven Campground?
Site 001 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 Tree Of Heaven Campground?
Fishing, birding, and whitewater boating on the class II-III Klamath River are popular options. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Tree Of Heaven Campground?
Happy Camp, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Tree Of Heaven Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Humbug OHV Recreation Area (5.2 mi, first-come), Mt. Ashland Campground (17.1 mi, first-come), and Wrangle Campground (18.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby