Nordheimer Group Sites

Six Rivers National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: ORLEANS, CA, CA

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Nordheimer Group Sites are in a Douglas-fir and hardwood forest close to the Wild and Scenic California Salmon River. Roads and parking areas are gravel. Group sites A, B, and C have large grassy meadows surrounded by forest.

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/nordheimer-group-sites to be notified when sites open up.

Nordheimer Group Sites offer private group camping in a Douglas-fir and hardwood forest along the Wild and Scenic California Salmon River with activities including fishing, boating, hiking, and swimming. Google reviewers gave it 5/5 stars, with one camper praising it as an incredible venue for a week-long group gathering.

Wildlife alert: Roosevelt Elk, Mule Deer, Wild Turkey, Desert Striped Whipsnake, and Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake documented in the area

Insider tips for Nordheimer Group Sites: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 4 group sites and high demand Site D overlooks the Salmon River with short hike access for boaters and swimmers The first 7 miles of access road (Salmon River Road/Forest Highway 93) are narrow and winding — allow extra travel time

Skip Nordheimer Group Sites if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable for self-contained RVs only. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer individual sites — only group sites available.

Best time to visit Nordheimer Group Sites: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Oak Bottom Campground (ORLEANS, CA), Pearch Creek Campground (ORLEANS, CA), Fish Lake Campground (ORLEANS, CA), Dillon Creek Campground (Orleans, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Nordheimer Group Sites

Cell signal at Nordheimer Group Sites (ORLEANS, 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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Nordheimer Group Sites are in a Douglas-fir and hardwood forest close to the Wild and Scenic California Salmon River. Roads and parking areas are gravel. Group sites A, B, and C have large grassy meadows surrounded by forest.

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

Amenities

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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, suitable for self-contained RVs only✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You prefer individual sites — only group sites available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 4 group sites and high demand

Site D overlooks the Salmon River with short hike access for boaters and swimmers

The first 7 miles of access road (Salmon River Road/Forest Highway 93) are narrow and winding

allow extra travel time

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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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: Roosevelt Elk, Mule Deer, Wild Turkey, Desert Striped Whipsnake, and Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From California State Highway 96, turn onto Salmon River Road/Forest Highway 93 and continue about 13 miles to the campground. The first 7 miles are a narrow winding two lane road. At Butler Creek, the second half of this route narrows further to one lane with tight corners and sheer cliffs high above the river. Fallen rocks on the roadway are common. Long trailers, RVs, and large trucks are discouraged. There is no cellular service near this remote area.

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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 Nordheimer Group Sites cost per night?+
Nordheimer Group Sites costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Nordheimer Group Sites open?+
Nordheimer Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Nordheimer Group Sites have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Nordheimer Group Sites?+
Nordheimer Group Sites is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Nordheimer Group Sites?+
Nordheimer Group Sites 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 Nordheimer Group Sites?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Nordheimer Group Sites is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Nordheimer Group Sites open, and what are check-in times?+
Nordheimer Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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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
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$50 /night★ 5 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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