Oak Bottom Campground

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Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

25Sites

40 ftMax rig

The place

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND AT WHISKEYTOWN LAKE. FOR THAT SITE NEAR REDDING, CALL 530-359-2269 Open from mid-May through mid-October, this Oak Bottom Campground is on the Salmon River at Somes Bar, California. It is situated on a shaded and gently sloping hillside in the expansive Six Rivers and Klamath National Forests, far from highway noise and city distractions. NEW: Each reservable campsite now has its own bear-resistant food storage locker, as do most of the first-come first-served campsites. Campsite List calendar starts at the next available reservation dates. Keep reading

Recreation Located near California's Salmon River, the campground is popular with whitewater enthusiasts in the spring. Many challenging rapids ranging from class 3 to 5 are available. Swimming is also popular in the summer and numerous river access areas are a short drive or walk from the campground. In the fall, salmon and steelhead trout fishing in the nearby Klamath River is known to be some of the best in the state. Facilities The campground offers 25 single-family sites. Each site is equipped with a bear-resistant food storage locker, picnic table, and fire ring with grill. Some sites have vintage rock stoves as well. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A campground host may be available. Natural Features The campground loops around a forested hillside of mixed Douglas fir and hardwood forest at a 700-foot elevation. Large deciduous trees provide ample shading for multiple sites within the campground, and a variety of wildlife makes its home in the area. Nearby Attractions The small town of Somes Bar is 2.5 miles from the campground. Propane, groceries, and tackle are available at a general store.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 25

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	001	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	003	standard nonelectric	38 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	004	standard nonelectric	23 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	005	standard nonelectric	38 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	006	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	007	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	008	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	009	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	010	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	011	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	012	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	013	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—	yes
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	014	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	015	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	016	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	017	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	018	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	019	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	020	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	021	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	022	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	023	standard nonelectric	31 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	024	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	025	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—
AREA OAK BOTTOM CAMPGROUND	026	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

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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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

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This campground sits in CA-01. This member’s public-lands record →

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