Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground
This tent-only campground is located in the southeast corner of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 13.5 miles west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. Clear Creek flows past the campground, making it a popular spot for fly fishing. The camp is shaded by alders and large canyon live oaks. The cool, clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake provide endless water activities. The picturesque mountain setting and extensive forested backcountry offer ample opportunities for hiking and biking.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 9 |
Site guide
9 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 15 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 02 | 15 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 03 | 15 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 04 | 15 | Gravel | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 05 | 15 | Gravel | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 06 | 15 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 07 | 15 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 08 | 15 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 09 | 15 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 15 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 04 is listed accessible |
Peltier Bridge is a tent-only campground. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, a large bear-resistant storage locker, a metal fire pit with a swing-arm barbecue grill, and a lamp pole. The campsites share two vault toilets. For campsites 1, 2 and 3, park and walk approximately 25-35 feet to your site. Drinking water and electricity are not available. Due to a small parking area, towing vehicles is prohibited in this campground. This includes vehicles towing trailers and fifth wheels and vehicles towing pop-up campers. Motorhomes are not allowed in this campground. No overflow parking is available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Redding, CA, drive 10 miles west on Highway 299. Turn left on Kennedy Memorial Drive and follow it for 1.6 miles to Paige Bar Road. Turn left onto Paige Bar Road at the dam and drive 1.2 miles to Peltier Valley Road. Turn right and follow Peltier Valley Road.7 mile to the campground.
| Nearest town | Whiskeytown, California |
| Coordinates | 40.5858° N, 122.5517° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShf Rx
14 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
23 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
24 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 ↗ | 4.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 9.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | The Hermit’s Hut ↗ | 10.1 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Brandy Creek Beach is located three and a half miles from the campground and features sandy beaches, a large swimming area, picnicking and barbecuing facilities. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, there are showers, a store with food and supplies and rentals of paddle boards and kayaks.
- 11.6 mi
- 11.8 mi
- 11.9 miCentimudi Public Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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
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
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Natural features
Tall trees providing cooling shade make Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground a relaxing retreat. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is located where the Klamath Mountains, Cascade and Coast Mountain Ranges, and the Sacramento Valley meet, creating a wide variety of wildlife and landscapes.
Recreation
During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. Year round, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, gold panning, fishing and picnicking attract visitors. Hunting is allowed in the appropriate season.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
Sites at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground have?
9 sites, including 9 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
The longest site here provides 15 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 pets allowed at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
Site 04 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
Is there cell service at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?
Whiskeytown, California. Brandy Creek Beach is located three and a half miles from the campground and features sandy beaches, a large swimming area, picnicking and barbecuing facilities.
Source: Getting there
What if Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Horse Camp Primitive Campground (1.3 mi), Brandy Creek Primitive Campground (1.9 mi), and Sheep Camp Primitive Campground (2.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground in?
Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground is a Whiskeytown National Recreation Area campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.