Hayden Flat Group Campground
Hayden Flat Campground is located 31 miles west of Weaverville, CA along CA Highway 299 at an elevation of 1200'. Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, this campground is a wonderful place to camp when enjoying all the river has to offer. The upper loop of the campground has been converted into 3 group sites.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 3 |
Site guide
3 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Partial | 24 / 5 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 2 | Partial | 24 / 5 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 3 | Partial | 24 / 5 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 1, 2, 3 are listed accessible |
The upper loop of the campground has been designated for group camping. Each of the group sites has 3-4 individual sites to use.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Lower Hayden Flat open all year; Upper Hayden open Memorial Day to Labor Day |
| Forest | Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Fees | $12 single site, river access $40 group fee, reservations for groups only. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Hayden Flat Campground is located on the north side of CA Highway 299. The group sites are located behind the locked gate at the top of the campground. To get to Hayden Flat Campground from Redding, CA: Travel West on CA Highway 299, through Weaverville, CA, for approximately 31 miles.
| Nearest town | Weaverville, California |
| Coordinates | 40.7839° N, 123.3433° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- They provide quality guided raft and white water instruction and can be found on the Shasta-Trinity NF website. Please note that the Trinity River is subject to periodic changes in flow conditions f
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
21 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
22 mi from the campground
- PrescribedBull D Bear Grass Rx
32 mi from the campground
- PrescribedLeary Rx
33 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 | Trinity Outdoors ↗ | 22.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 35.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Cousin Gary RV Center ↗ | 52.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- 12.1 miLittle Rock Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miHayden Flat River Access ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miFrench Creek ↗5.8 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.4 miFrench Creek River Accessunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miOak Flat3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 5 miWaldorff Crossing ↗11.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
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 Six Rivers National Forest.
- inSix Rivers National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,273,949 acres
- 0.7 miShasta-Trinity National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,715,499 acres
- 4.1 miTrinity Alps Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 537,357 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
Recreation
The Trinity River offers fun-filled hours of fishing, swimming, floating, rafting, kayaking and boating. River access is available at this location for boats that can be carried by hand. Nearby tributaries to the Trinity River offer beautiful spots to swim and spend the day. Generally, Pigeon Point to Big Flat is too dangerous for tuber and family canoeists. Boating is no advisted from Cedar Flat to Grays Falls except for expert boaters. Several commercial guides operate on the Trinity River under Forest Service Special Use permits. This campground is also located near several trailheads that access the Trinity Alps Wilderness. Contact the Weaverville Ranger Station for information about the wilderness area and required self issue permits for overnight trips.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hayden Flat Group Campground?
Sites at Hayden Flat Group 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 Hayden Flat Group Campground?
$12 single site, river access $40 group fee, reservations for groups only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Hayden Flat Group Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Lower Hayden Flat open all year; Upper Hayden open Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Hayden Flat Group Campground have?
3 sites, including 3 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Hayden Flat Group Campground?
Hayden Flat Group Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Hayden Flat Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hayden Flat Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hayden Flat Group 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.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Hayden Flat Group Campground?
Sites 1, 2, and 3 are 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 Hayden Flat Group Campground?
The Trinity River offers fun-filled hours of fishing, swimming, floating, rafting, kayaking and boating. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hayden Flat Group Campground?
Weaverville, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Hayden Flat Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Skunk Point Group Campground (6.6 mi), Denny Campground (10.6 mi, first-come), and Pigeon Point Group Campground (11.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby