Eel River Campground

US Forest Service · California

Eel River Campground in California. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 1329 public campsites we map in California.

Campground is adjacent to the Eel River Work Center. There are 15 sites and two pull-throughs to accomodate larger trailers up to 24 feet. Setting is among large oak trees, shrubs and some poison oak. Vault toilets and water are available for campers. A steep path provides access to the river. After heavy snowmelt, expect the river to have strong currents, cold water, and sudden water level changes. Life vests recommended.

What we know about it

Managed by: US Forest Service
Fee: Single Site: $8 per night (the agency lists more rates)
Booking: first-come, first-served
Dogs: Allowed on a leash (USFS policy)
Number of sites: 75
Coordinates: 39.82469, -123.08439

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Source: US Forest Service, dated 2026-08-06, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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