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Patrick Creek Campground

Six Rivers National Forest, California

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As of September 2026, Patrick Creek Campground is a campground in Six Rivers National Forest, California with 8 campsites. Patrick Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Patrick Creek Campground is located at 41.8719ยฐ N, 123.8467ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
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Patrick Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Campsites at Patrick Creek Campground

  • Standard 8

What an RV fits

  • 30 ft1 site
  • 38 ft1 site
  • 40 ft5 sites
  • 45 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, swimming, hiking, wildlife, horse riding.

All sites at Patrick Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the PATR loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard840 ft
002Standard840 ft
003Standard845 ft
005Standard840 ft
007Standard838 ft
009Standard840 ft
010Standard840 ft
011Standard830 ft

About Patrick Creek Campground

Overview

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.

Recreation

Popular activities include swimming, sunbathing, rafting and fishing in the Smith River, which is just adjacent to the campground. Anglers can expect healthy fishing populations of salmon, steelhead and cutthroat trout.

Visitors also enjoy hiking, horseback riding and biking in the area. There are no trailheads in the campground, but Elk Camp Ridge, High Dome and French Hill trailheads are all within 10 miles of the site.

Facilities

The campground offers multiple single-family accessible campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided. Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are also available.

Natural Features

Patrick Creek is located in a mature forest of Douglas firs in the northernmost part of California. A popular historic lodge and restaurant lie just across the highway from the campground.

The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California, stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.

Rules and notices at Patrick Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Patrick Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Additional fees will be collected at the campground for more than one vehicle; A limit of one extra vehicle is allowed

There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at the campground

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Patrick Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Patrick Creek Campground?

Patrick Creek Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Patrick Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Patrick Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Patrick Creek Campground have?

Patrick Creek Campground has 8 campsites.

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