Indian Scotty Group Site

Klamath National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: FORT JONES, CA, CA

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Indian Scotty Group Site is located next to the Wild and Scenic Scott River in Klamath National Forest. Visitors enjoy swimming, tubing, whitewater boating. Several trailheads for the Marble Mountains Wilderness are nearby.The riverside group site sits in a forest of cedar, Douglas fir and Pondarosa pine at an elevation of 2,400 feet.

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/indian-scotty-group-site to be notified when sites open up.

Indian Scotty Group Site sits next to the Wild and Scenic Scott River in Klamath National Forest, offering excellent fishing, swimming, tubing, and access to Marble Mountains Wilderness trailheads. Campers praise the beautiful riverside setting and spacious sites with clean facilities.

Wildlife alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake and Northern Alligator Lizard present in area; also Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Northern Flicker, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Lazuli Bunting, and Black-headed Grosbeak.

Insider tips for Indian Scotty Group Site: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Sites are spacious with fire rings and picnic tables for cooking Nearby trailheads provide access to Marble Mountains Wilderness hiking

Skip Indian Scotty Group Site if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October seasonal window. You expect high water river activities in summer—check Scott River flow conditions.

Best time to visit Indian Scotty Group Site: June-September — Summer offers low river flows suitable for fishing, swimming, and tubing; spring has higher flows for whitewater boating (class IV-V runs), while campground operates May through October.

Nearby campgrounds: Sarah Totten Campground (HAPPY CAMP, CA), Curly Jack Campground (HAPPY CAMP, CA), Dillon Creek Campground (Orleans, CA), Tree Of Heaven Campground (HAPPY CAMP, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Indian Scotty Group Site

Cell signal at Indian Scotty Group Site (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.

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FORT JONES, CA, CA★ 5 (3 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Indian Scotty Group Site is located next to the Wild and Scenic Scott River in Klamath National Forest. Visitors enjoy swimming, tubing, whitewater boating. Several trailheads for the Marble Mountains Wilderness are nearby.The riverside group site sits in a forest of cedar, Douglas fir and Pondarosa pine at an elevation of 2,400 feet.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

Straight talk

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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, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May-October seasonal window✕ You expect high water river activities in summer—check Scott River flow conditions

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Sites are spacious with fire rings and picnic tables for cooking

Nearby trailheads provide access to Marble Mountains Wilderness hiking

Best: June-September

Summer offers low river flows suitable for fishing, swimming, and tubing; spring has higher flows for whitewater boating (class IV-V runs), while campground operates May through October

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
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4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake and Northern Alligator Lizard present in area; also Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Northern Flicker, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Lazuli Bunting, and Black-headed Grosbeak.

Location

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Getting there →

Take I-5 to Yreka, CA. Take the south Yreka exit for Highway 3 to Fort Jones for 18 miles. Turn right (west) on Scott River Road, between the Forest Service Office and grocery store, and go approximately 14 miles. At the Indian Scotty Campground sign, turn left (south) on the 44N45 Road and cross the Scott River. Go approximately 300 feet and turn right on the 44N53 Road toward the campground. Go past the campground entrance and next campground loop to the group site entrance.

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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

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How much does Indian Scotty Group Site cost per night?+
Indian Scotty Group Site costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Indian Scotty Group Site open?+
Indian Scotty Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Indian Scotty Group Site have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Indian Scotty Group Site?+
Indian Scotty Group Site is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Indian Scotty Group Site?+
Indian Scotty Group Site 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 Indian Scotty Group Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Indian Scotty Group Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Indian Scotty Group Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Indian Scotty Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$10 /night★ 5 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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