Mary Smith Campground
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Mary Smith Campground is located off County Road 105, two miles north of the town of Lewiston, CA. This campground offers excellent fishing and tent camping. This campground was picked as one of California's prettiest lake campgrounds in Sunset Magazine. Many of the sites have shore access to Lewiston Lake. Recreation The area offers excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, hiking and wildlife viewing. Pine Cove boat ramp is within four miles, and Fairview launching area on Trinity Lake is nine miles north. Motorized boats are limited to ten miles per hour. Keep reading
Rainbow trout are abundant, and brown and brook trout are common. This is a good lake for a float tube and excellent fly fishing. The area offers wonderful wildlife viewing opportunities. Facilities There are six Glamping unit sites all with on-site fire pits and picnic tables. The sites offer fair to outstanding privacy. There are both flush and vault toilets, and drinking water is provided. With the exception of the large cluster of sites at the campground entrance (Glamping camping site #'s 2, 3, 4, 5a, 5b, and 9 ADA compliant), the remaining sites are arranged in small groups. No trailers are allowed and there are no parking spurs. Glamping Camping Unit & Site Amenities: Inside: over-sized queen beds with feather down comforters and pillows (linen service provided), two bed-side nightstands, over-sized rugs and a boot bench. Outside: front deck equipped with two armchairs and coffee table, fire pit and picnic table. Natural Features The campsites are tucked into a mixed forest of conifer and deciduous trees, surrounded by abundant wildflowers. Every site offers a view of Lewiston Lake and the surrounding Trinity Alps. Lewiston Lake is about five miles long, about 70 feet deep, and sits at an elevation of 1,902 feet. It is a favorite among anglers and paddlers.
The sites · 20
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 01 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 06 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 07 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 08 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 10 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 11 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 12 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 13 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 14 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 15 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 16 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND | 17 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| S&P | Glamping S&P | management | — | — | |
| S&P | Single S&P | management | — | — | |
| Tent Glamping Units | 02 | yurt | — | — | |
| Tent Glamping Units | 03 | yurt | — | — | |
| Tent Glamping Units | 04 | yurt | — | — | |
| Tent Glamping Units | 05a | yurt | — | — | |
| Tent Glamping Units | 05b | yurt | — | — | |
| Tent Glamping Units | 09 | yurt | — | — | yes |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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