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Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground in California
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Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, California

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As of September 2026, Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground is a campground in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, California with 9 campsites. Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground is located at 40.5858ยฐ N, 122.5517ยฐ W.
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Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Next Available Dates

Sep 30 (6 sites)Oct 1 (9 sites)Oct 2 (9 sites)

6 sites open on Sep 30 at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 23:55 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed

Published by Recreation.gov for Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground

  • Tent 9
  • Accessible 1

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

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

All sites at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsAccess
01Tent6-
02Tent6-
03Tent6-
04Tent6Accessible
05Tent6-
06Tent6-
07Tent6-
08Tent6-
09Tent6-

About Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground

Overview

This tent-only campground is located in the southeast corner of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 13.5 miles west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. Clear Creek flows past the campground, making it a popular spot for fly fishing. The camp is shaded by alders and large canyon live oaks.

The cool, clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake provide endless water activities. The picturesque mountain setting and extensive forested backcountry offer ample opportunities for hiking and biking.

Recreation

During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. Year round, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, gold panning, fishing and picnicking attract visitors. Hunting is allowed in the appropriate season.

Facilities

Peltier Bridge is a tent-only campground. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, a large bear-resistant storage locker, a metal fire pit with a swing-arm barbecue grill, and a lamp pole. The campsites share two vault toilets. For campsites 1, 2 and 3, park and walk approximately 25-35 feet to your site. Drinking water and electricity are not available.

Due to a small parking area, towing vehicles is prohibited in this campground. This includes vehicles towing trailers and fifth wheels and vehicles towing pop-up campers. Motorhomes are not allowed in this campground. No overflow parking is available.

Natural Features

Tall trees providing cooling shade make Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground a relaxing retreat.

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is located where the Klamath Mountains, Cascade and Coast Mountain Ranges, and the Sacramento Valley meet, creating a wide variety of wildlife and landscapes.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 246-1225.

Nearby Attractions

Brandy Creek Beach is located three and a half miles from the campground and features sandy beaches, a large swimming area, picnicking and barbecuing facilities. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, there are showers, a store with food and supplies and rentals of paddle boards and kayaks.

Rules and notices at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Download your proof of payment for your campsite from recreation.gov onto your phone or other device. You must be able to show this to a park ranger if requested.

Entrance Pass Required - Whiskeytown is a National Park Service site and requires a vehicle entrance fee. You can purchase an entrance pass at the visitor center, or online by using your smart phone, tablet, or computer by going to the website. www.Recreation.Gov.

If you already have a valid Interagency Annual, Senior, Access, Military, or Whiskeytown Annual pass, please display this pass in a hangtag or place it on the dashboard of your vehicle. Annual passes from Crater Lake National Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park and Lava Beds National Monument are also valid here at Whiskeytown.

Check-in time is 1:00 p.m. and check-out time is 12 p.m. (noon).

Maximum occupancy is 6 people and 2 vehicles. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Tent camping only. Max of 2 tents per site. Vehicles towing anything are not allowed due to the narrow gravel road to the campground and the limited spaces of parking.

Black bears frequent the area: all food, beverage containers, toiletries, cooking and eating utensils must be stored inside a bear-resistant locker or out of sight in your vehicle unless they are in immediate use.

Generators are not allowed.

Protect our natural resources. Gather only dead and down wood for firewood. Do not put nails in trees or damage or remove vegetation. Campfires must be attended at all times and completely extinguished (using water and dirt) when going to bed or leaving the campsite.

Please be advised that because the Carr Fire of 2018 burned extensively through the park, post-fire hazards such as falling trees and branches remain. Stay alert while camping in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

Drinking water is available at the visitor center. Refill water containers at the faucet outside of the building on the right-hand side.

Click here for more information about Whiskeytown National Recreation Area

Camping is limited to an aggregate of 14 days between April 1 and October 31 (inclusive) and no more than 30 days per person per calendar year. No period of stay of 30 days may be succeeded by any period of stay with less than a 7-day break.

The 14 day between April 1 and October 31 is necessary to provide more equitable access to campsites. The maximum 30 window between November 1 and March 30 is necessary to prevent individuals from residing within Whiskeytown

Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?

Peltier Bridge Primitive 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 Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Peltier Bridge Primitive 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 Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground have?

Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground has 9 campsites.

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