Pearch Creek Campground

Six Rivers National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: ORLEANS, CA, CA

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: May through October

Open mid-May through mid-October. Campsite List calendar is for the next reservable dates. Pearch Creek Campground lies just north of the small town of Orleans in the Klamath river valley of the Six Rivers National Forest.

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

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

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

Pearch Creek Campground offers secluded, quiet camping with excellent shade and privacy in the Klamath River valley. Salmon and steelhead fishing in the nearby Klamath River is considered some of the best in northern California.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, North American River Otter, Bald Eagle, and Pileated Woodpecker present in area

Insider tips for Pearch Creek Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 10 sites Several sites have their own water faucets according to camper reports Site #10 offers good separation from neighboring sites

Skip Pearch Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer developed amenities — vault toilets only.

Best time to visit Pearch Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally mid-May through mid-October.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Pearch Creek Campground

Cell signal at Pearch Creek Campground (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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ORLEANS, CA, CA★ 4.8 (10 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Open mid-May through mid-October. Campsite List calendar is for the next reservable dates. Pearch Creek Campground lies just north of the small town of Orleans in the Klamath river valley of the Six Rivers National 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
Max RV40 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
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 visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer developed amenities — vault toilets only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 10 sites

Several sites have their own water faucets according to camper reports

Site #10 offers good separation from neighboring sites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally mid-May through mid-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: American Black Bear, North American River Otter, Bald Eagle, and Pileated Woodpecker present in area

Location

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530-627-3291· Six Rivers National Forest
Getting there →

From Orleans, California, follow State Highway 96 north approximately 1.5 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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Pearch Creek Campground cost per night?+
Pearch Creek Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Pearch Creek Campground open?+
Pearch Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Pearch Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Pearch Creek Campground?+
Pearch Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Pearch Creek Campground?+
Pearch 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 Pearch Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pearch Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Pearch Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Pearch Creek Campground 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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$10 /night★ 4.8 (10)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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