What are the hours and season for Oak Bottom Campground?

Oak Bottom Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Oak Bottom Campground?

Oak Bottom Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Oak Bottom Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/oak-bottom-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Oak Bottom Campground

Six Rivers National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

ORLEANS, CA4.8 (12)

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PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND AT WHISKEYTOWN LAKE. FOR THAT SITE NEAR REDDING, CALL 530-359-2269 Open from mid-May through mid-October, this Oak Bottom Campground is on the Salmon River at Somes Bar, California. It is situated on a shaded and gently sloping hillside in the expansive Six Rivers and Klamath National Forests, far from highway noise and city distractions.

Things to do nearby

Six Rivers National ForestSalmon RiverSix River

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Bear Boxes

Camp Host

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Oak Bottom Campground cost per night?+

Oak Bottom Campground costs $10 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Oak Bottom Campground open?+

Oak Bottom Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Oak Bottom Campground have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Oak Bottom Campground?+

Oak Bottom Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Oak Bottom Campground?+

Oak Bottom Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Oak Bottom Campground from the nearest town?+

Oak Bottom Campground is located in ORLEANS, CA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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