Fir Cove Campground

Six Rivers National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Bridgeville, CA, CA

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Fir Cove Campground is located on beautiful eastern shore of Ruth Lake, a 13,800-acre jewel situated in the thickly forested mountains of northern California. A variety of recreational opportunities abound. Fir Cove is one of three Forest Service campgrounds in the area, and one of two on the lake.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/fir-cove-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Fir Cove Campground sits on the beautiful eastern shore of Ruth Lake, a 13,800-acre lake in northern California's thickly forested mountains, offering boating, fishing, water sports, and hiking. Campers praise the stunning lake views and note that Verizon cell service is available.

Wildlife alert: North American River Otter, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, California Brown Pelican, Steller's Jay, American Dipper, Osprey, California Mountain Kingsnake, Garter Snakes, and Sharp-tailed Snake have been documented in the area. Poison oak is present at campsites.

Insider tips for Fir Cove Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 14 sites and high demand When driving from Highway 101, do not exit at Zenia Road near Garberville as it adds 2 hours of winding back roads Live music and WiFi available at nearby store/restaurant; Verizon cell service works at the campground but AT&T does not

Skip Fir Cove Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available and only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer private campsites—most sites lack privacy except for one or two.

Best time to visit Fir Cove Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Forest Glen Guard Station (WEAVERVILLE, CA), Mad River Campground (Bridgeville, CA), Post Creek Guard Station (WEAVERVILLE, CA), Skunk Point Group Campground (Big Bar, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Fir Cove Campground

Cell signal at Fir Cove Campground (Bridgeville, 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.

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Bridgeville, CA, CA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Fir Cove Campground is located on beautiful eastern shore of Ruth Lake, a 13,800-acre jewel situated in the thickly forested mountains of northern California. A variety of recreational opportunities abound. Fir Cove is one of three Forest Service campgrounds in the area, and one of two on the lake.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites7 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available and only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You require year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only✕ You prefer private campsites—most sites lack privacy except for one or two

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 14 sites and high demand

When driving from Highway 101, do not exit at Zenia Road near Garberville as it adds 2 hours of winding back roads

Live music and WiFi available at nearby store/restaurant; Verizon cell service works at the campground but AT&T does not

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: North American River Otter, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, California Brown Pelican, Steller's Jay, American Dipper, Osprey, California Mountain Kingsnake, Garter Snakes, and Sharp-tailed Snake have been documented in the area. Poison oak is present at campsites.

Location

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From Highway 101 When traveling north on Highway 101, do not turn off at the Zenia Road exit at Garberville. This will result in a 2-hour delay driving on winding back roads. Instead, continue north until you reach the Hwy 36 exit near Fortuna. Head east for approximately an hour until you reach the town of Mad River. After you cross the bridge at the Mad River, look for the Mad River Road turn-off on the right. The sign will say Ruth Lake. Continue for 20 minutes to reach Fir Cove campground. F

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Six Rivers National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Six Rivers National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Fir Cove Campground cost per night?+
Fir Cove Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Fir Cove Campground open?+
Fir Cove Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Fir Cove Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Fir Cove Campground?+
Fir Cove Campground can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Fir Cove Campground?+
Fir Cove Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Fir Cove Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Fir Cove Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Fir Cove Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Fir Cove Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Six Rivers National Forest - Fir Cove Campground Information
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Forest Glen Guard Station

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From $75/night

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Post Creek Guard Station

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From $75/night

Skunk Point Group Campground

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From $40/night

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