Carter Meadows Horse Group
Klamath National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: FORT JONES, CA, CA
Price: From $50 per night
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Carter Meadows Horse Group Campground lies at the southern edge of the Klamath National Forest on the South Fork of the Salmon River. Designed for large groups with horses, the camp’s proximity to the Trinity Alps Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail makes the site popular with riders and hikers.The Klamath National Forest encompasses nearly 2 million acres of land straddling the California and Oregon border. The Klamath is a vast array of mountains, streams and lakes and, at elevations ra
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/carter-meadows-horse-group to be notified when sites open up.
Carter Meadows Horse Group Campground is located on the South Fork of the Salmon River at the southern edge of Klamath National Forest, designed for large groups with horses and positioned adjacent to Trinity Alps Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail. The site offers access to multiple trailheads for riding and hiking.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Northern Pacific Rattlesnake and Bald Eagle documented within 8km.
Insider tips for Carter Meadows Horse Group: This is a federal campground—book early as it fills quickly Group-oriented site with horse facilities; ideal for organized riding groups Adjacent to three trailheads accessing Trinity Alps Wilderness and Pacific Crest Trail
Skip Carter Meadows Horse Group if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this campground. Visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only. You're looking for a standard family campground—designed specifically for horse groups.
Best time to visit Carter Meadows Horse Group: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Hidden Horse Equestrian Campground (Fort Jones, CA), Trinity River (Ca) (Trinity Center, CA), Preacher Meadow (Ca) (Trinity Center, CA), Mary Smith Campground (Redding, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Carter Meadows Horse Group
Cell signal at Carter Meadows Horse Group (FORT JONES, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
The Carter Meadows Horse Group Campground lies at the southern edge of the Klamath National Forest on the South Fork of the Salmon River. Designed for large groups with horses, the camp’s proximity to the Trinity Alps Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail makes the site popular with riders and hikers.The Klamath National Forest encompasses nearly 2 million acres of land straddling the California and Oregon border. The Klamath is a vast array of mountains, streams and lakes and, at elevations ranging from 450 to 8,900 feet, is home to diverse plant life and nearly 400 animal species.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryThis is a federal campground
book early as it fills quickly
Group-oriented site with horse facilities; ideal for organized riding groups
Adjacent to three trailheads accessing Trinity Alps Wilderness and Pacific Crest Trail
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Interstate 5 near Yreka, California, take the south Yreka exit onto Highway 3 south and continue for 23 miles. Turn right on Highway 93 toward Cecilville and continue 12 miles to Carter Meadows Summit. Approximately 1/2 mile beyond the summit, turn left on Road 39N08. The Group Site is another 1/4 mile on the right.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Klamath National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Klamath National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Carter Meadows Horse Group cost per night?+
What season is Carter Meadows Horse Group open?+
Does Carter Meadows Horse Group have hookups?+
What is the maximum RV length at Carter Meadows Horse Group?+
How do I make reservations at Carter Meadows Horse Group?+
What is the cell service like at Carter Meadows Horse Group?+
What season is Carter Meadows Horse Group open, and what are check-in times?+
●Data sources on this page
CamperWatch never fabricates data. Where data is unavailable, it is not shown.
Nearby Campgrounds
Own a campground nearby?
List free on CamperWatch — we take 5% only on bookings we send. No monthly fee.