Patrick Creek Campground

Six Rivers National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: GASQUET, CA, CA

Price: From $14 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (34 reviews)

Season: May through October

Patrick Creek Campground sits at the confluence of Patrick Creek and the middle fork of Smith River in the vast Six Rivers National Forest of northern California. The campground has a special charm, with steps, rock walls, restrooms and sunken campfire circles built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.The campground offers multiple single-family accessible campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided.

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

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

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

Patrick Creek Campground sits at the confluence of Patrick Creek and the Smith River in Six Rivers National Forest, featuring historic 1930s CCC-built infrastructure including sunken campfire circles. Campers praise the excellent swimming hole, well-maintained bathrooms, and beautiful creek-side setting.

Wildlife alert: Humboldt Marten, Ruffed Grouse, Barred Owl, Steller's Jay, California Mountain Kingsnake, Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake, Northern Pacific Rattlesnake

Insider tips for Patrick Creek Campground: Pick a site with easy creek access for the swimming hole Site 1 is shady with space for multiple tents but has a longer bathroom walk Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Skip Patrick Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups - only self-contained RVs suitable. You're sensitive to mosquitoes - predictable mosquito problem reported. You're bothered by road noise - predictable noise from nearby road.

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

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Patrick Creek Campground

Cell signal at Patrick Creek 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★ 3.8 (34 reviews)From $14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Patrick Creek Campground sits at the confluence of Patrick Creek and the middle fork of Smith River in the vast Six Rivers National Forest of northern California. The campground has a special charm, with steps, rock walls, restrooms and sunken campfire circles built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.The campground offers multiple single-family accessible campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided.

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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.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush 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 - only self-contained RVs suitable✕ You're sensitive to mosquitoes - predictable mosquito problem reported✕ You're bothered by road noise - predictable noise from nearby road

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Pick a site with easy creek access for the swimming hole

Site 1 is shady with space for multiple tents but has a longer bathroom walk

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

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, Ruffed Grouse, Barred Owl, Steller's Jay, California Mountain Kingsnake, Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake, 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, travel east on Highway 199 for 22 miles to the 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 Patrick Creek Campground cost per night?+
Patrick Creek Campground costs $14 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Patrick Creek Campground open?+
Patrick Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Patrick Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Patrick Creek Campground?+
Patrick Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Patrick Creek Campground?+
Patrick Creek 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 Patrick Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Patrick Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Patrick Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Patrick Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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$14 /night★ 3.8 (34)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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