Klamath National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: HAPPY CAMP, CA, CA
Price: From $15 per night
Price range: $15–$20 per night
Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (52 reviews)
Season: May through October
Tree of Heaven Campground is situated next to the Klamath Wild and Scenic River, making it popular with whitewater boaters and anglers. Visitors also enjoy birding and hiking along an interpretive trail.The campground has 21 sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
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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Tree of Heaven Campground sits on the scenic Klamath Wild and Scenic River with excellent access for whitewater boating (Class II-III), fishing, and hiking along an interpretive trail. Campers praise it as a beautiful, quiet place with helpful staff and strong recreational opportunities.
Wildlife alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake present in area — be cautious, especially around camp. Also: Gray Wolf, North American River Otter, Great Blue Heron, and California King Snake.
Insider tips for Tree Of Heaven Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 22 sites. Ask Ranger Kelly about the unique local wood rat nest on the property. River water is typically not deep (5'7" person could wade 25+ feet from shore) but has strong current and seasonal weeds.
Skip Tree Of Heaven Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You prefer year-round camping — operates May through October only.. You're uncomfortable with rattlesnakes — they are plentiful in the area..
Best time to visit Tree Of Heaven Campground: May-October — Official seasonal operating period for the campground..
Nearby campgrounds: Sarah Totten Campground (HAPPY CAMP, CA), Acorn Woman Peak Lookout (Jacksonville, OR), Hyatt Lake Recreation Area (Ashland, OR), Indian Scotty Group Site (FORT JONES, CA).
Cell signal at Tree Of Heaven 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.
Tree of Heaven Campground is situated next to the Klamath Wild and Scenic River, making it popular with whitewater boaters and anglers. Visitors also enjoy birding and hiking along an interpretive trail.The campground has 21 sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Book early
this is a popular federal campground with only 22 sites.
Ask Ranger Kelly about the unique local wood rat nest on the property.
River water is typically not deep (5'7" person could wade 25+ feet from shore) but has strong current and seasonal weeds.
Official seasonal operating period for the campground.
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.









Take I-5 to exit 786 for Highway 96 (Klamath River Highway). Follow Highway 96 for 4 miles until you see the sign for Tree of Heaven Campground. Turn left into the campground on road 46N90.
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