Curly Jack Campground

Klamath National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: HAPPY CAMP, CA, CA

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.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.

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/curly-jack-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Curly Jack Campground sits on the Klamath Wild and Scenic River with excellent access to Class III whitewater rafting, fishing, and hiking. Campers praise the large sites with river access, shade, and clean facilities.

Wildlife alert: Ringtail, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Black-capped Chickadee, Rufous Hummingbird, Ruffed Grouse, Red-shouldered Hawk, California King Snake, Gopher Snake, Western Yellow-bellied Racer

Insider tips for Curly Jack Campground: Book early — it's a federal campground with only 16 sites Bring your own hookups or self-contained RV — no hookups available Access potable water at campsites

Skip Curly Jack Campground if: You need RV hookups. You're visiting outside May-October. You prefer manicured campgrounds — some sites are dusty dirt rather than forest floor.

Best time to visit Curly Jack Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Bolan Mountain Lookout (CAVE JUNCTION, OR), Dillon Creek Campground (Orleans, CA), Sarah Totten Campground (HAPPY CAMP, CA), Bear Basin Lookout And Cabin (GASQUET, CA).