Klamath National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: HAPPY CAMP, CA, CA
Price: From $10 per night
Price range: $10–$50 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (2 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Sarah Totten Campground is located within the Klamath Wild and Scenic River corridor, about 33 miles east of the town of Happy Camp. The campground has nine family sites and two group sites. The group sites are reservable during the peak-use season, mid-May to mid-October.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Located within the Klamath Wild and Scenic River corridor with big sites, established clean restrooms, and beautiful old growth trees. Campers praise the relaxing river sounds and quiet backcountry setting ideal for fishing and family activities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and Fisher present in area. Also watch for Shasta Alligator Lizard, Northwestern Fence Lizard, and California Mountain Kingsnake.
Insider tips for Sarah Totten Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited sites Family sites are first-come, first-served; arrive early for best selection Sandy boat-launching area provides direct river access for fishing and water activities Upper loop stays open year-round if lower loop is closed seasonally
Skip Sarah Totten Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You want guaranteed reservations — family sites are first-come, first-served only.
Best time to visit Sarah Totten Campground: Mid-May to Mid-October — Peak season when group sites are reservable and campground is fully operational. Year-round — Upper loop with 4 family sites and 1 group site open year-round for first-come, first-served camping.
Nearby campgrounds: Indian Scotty Group Site (FORT JONES, CA), Curly Jack Campground (HAPPY CAMP, CA), Carberry Group Campground (jacksonville, OR), Hart-Tish Park At Applegate Lake (Jacksonville, OR).
Cell signal at Sarah Totten Campground (HAPPY CAMP, 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.
Sarah Totten Campground is located within the Klamath Wild and Scenic River corridor, about 33 miles east of the town of Happy Camp. The campground has nine family sites and two group sites. The group sites are reservable during the peak-use season, mid-May to mid-October.
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Book early
this is a popular federal campground with limited sites
Family sites are first-come, first-served; arrive early for best selection
Sandy boat-launching area provides direct river access for fishing and water activities
Upper loop stays open year-round if lower loop is closed seasonally
Peak season when group sites are reservable and campground is fully operational
Upper loop with 4 family sites and 1 group site open year-round for first-come, first-served camping
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.









From I-5, take exit 786 to Highway 96 (Klamath River Highway). Follow Highway 96 west for about 35 miles. The campground entrance is on the right, about 1 mile east of Hamburg, CA.
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