Grassy Flat Campground

Six Rivers National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: GASQUET, CA, CA

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 3.4 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: May through October

Grassy Flat Campground borders California’s northern Redwood Highway in the expansive Six Rivers National Forest. This shady campground provides ample sightseeing and recreation opportunities and is just steps away from the wild whitewater of the Smith River, which is famous for its bright blue waters and scenic pathway through the forest. The campground provides multiple single-family sites for tent or RV camping.

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

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

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

Grassy Flat Campground borders Six Rivers National Forest along California's northern Redwood Highway with direct access to the famous Smith River, known for its bright blue waters and scenic forest pathway. Popular activities include swimming, rafting, fishing, hiking, and camping in a shady setting.

Wildlife alert: Humboldt Marten, North American River Otter, Gray Fox, Ruffed Grouse, Barred Owl, Turkey Vulture, Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake, California Mountain Kingsnake, Northern Pacific Rattlesnake

Insider tips for Grassy Flat Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 19 sites Request site #18 or walk-in camps 2-5 for better privacy and distance from Highway 199 traffic noise No water available — bring your own or use vault toilets only

Skip Grassy Flat Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You are sensitive to poison oak — multiple campers reported overgrown vegetation with poison oak near fire pits and tent areas. You dislike traffic noise — campground is adjacent to Highway 199 with daytime road noise.

Best time to visit Grassy Flat Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October.

Nearby campgrounds: Panther Flat Campground (GASQUET, CA), Patrick Creek Campground (GASQUET, CA), Bear Basin Lookout And Cabin (GASQUET, CA), Ludlum House (Gold Beach, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Grassy Flat Campground

Cell signal at Grassy Flat Campground (GASQUET, 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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GASQUET, CA, CA★ 3.4 (21 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Grassy Flat Campground borders California’s northern Redwood Highway in the expansive Six Rivers National Forest. This shady campground provides ample sightseeing and recreation opportunities and is just steps away from the wild whitewater of the Smith River, which is famous for its bright blue waters and scenic pathway through the forest. The campground provides multiple single-family sites for tent or RV camping.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You are sensitive to poison oak — multiple campers reported overgrown vegetation with poison oak near fire pits and tent areas✕ You dislike traffic noise — campground is adjacent to Highway 199 with daytime road noise

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 19 sites

Request site #18 or walk-in camps 2-5 for better privacy and distance from Highway 199 traffic noise

No water available

bring your own or use vault toilets only

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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: Humboldt Marten, North American River Otter, Gray Fox, Ruffed Grouse, Barred Owl, Turkey Vulture, Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake, California Mountain Kingsnake, Northern Pacific Rattlesnake

Location

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707-457-3131· Six Rivers National Forest
Getting there →

From Highway 101 north of Crescent City, California, take Highway 199 east for 18 miles to Grassy Flat Campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Grassy Flat Campground cost per night?+
Grassy Flat Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Grassy Flat Campground open?+
Grassy Flat Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Grassy Flat Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Grassy Flat Campground?+
Grassy Flat Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Grassy Flat Campground?+
Grassy Flat 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 Grassy Flat Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Grassy Flat Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Grassy Flat Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Grassy Flat Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
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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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$10 /night★ 3.4 (21)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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