Hayden Flat Group Campground
Campground · California · 3 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Trinity National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 3
- Bookable sites
- up to 24
- People per site
- 3
- Accessible sites
- 1,079 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Hayden Flat Campground is located 31 miles west of Weaverville, CA along CA Highway 299 at an elevation of 1200'. Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, this campground is a wonderful place to camp when enjoying all the river has to offer. The upper loop of the campground has been converted into 3 group sites.
Recreation
The Trinity River offers fun-filled hours of fishing, swimming, floating, rafting, kayaking and boating. River access is available at this location for boats that can be carried by hand. Nearby tributaries to the Trinity River offer beautiful spots to swim and spend the day.
Generally, Pigeon Point to Big Flat is too dangerous for tuber and family canoeists. Boating is no advisted from Cedar Flat to Grays Falls except for expert boaters. Several commercial guides operate on the Trinity River under Forest Service Special Use permits. They provide quality guided raft and white water instruction and can be found on the Shasta-Trinity NF website.
**Please note that the Trinity River is subject to periodic changes in flow conditions from releases from Lewiston Dam. Current flows (CFS) can be obtained by calling (530) 246-7594.
This campground is also located near several trailheads that access the Trinity Alps Wilderness. Contact the Weaverville Ranger Station for information about the wilderness area and required self issue permits for overnight trips.
Facilities
The upper loop of the campground has been designated for group camping. Each of the group sites has 3-4 individual sites to use.
Natural Features
Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River.
The facts
- Season: Lower Hayden Flat open all year; Upper Hayden open Memorial Day to Labor Day — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 3 bookable sites
- 3 accessible sites
- Up to 24 people per site
- Loops: A
Site types
- 3 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
3 campsites at Hayden Flat Group Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 24 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 2 | A | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 24 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 3 | A | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 24 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
Hayden Flat Campground is located on the north side of CA Highway 299. The group sites are located behind the locked gate at the top of the campground.
To get to Hayden Flat Campground from Redding, CA: Travel West on CA Highway 299, through Weaverville, CA, for approximately 31 miles.
To get to Skunk Point Group Campground from Arcata, CA: Travel East on CA Highway 299 for approximately 65 miles.
40.78390, -123.34332 · 40°47'2.0"N 123°20'36.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 97°F in Jul, down to 48°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 50 | 56 | 62 | 69 | 78 | 86 | 97 | 95 | 89 | 74 | 57 | 48 |
| Low °F | 34 | 35 | 37 | 39 | 44 | 48 | 53 | 52 | 47 | 41 | 38 | 34 |
| Precip in | 6.4 | 5.4 | 4.6 | 2.6 | 1.7 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 2.2 | 4.2 | 7.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Hayden Flat Group Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Hayden Flat Group Campground?
- Yes, Hayden Flat Group Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Hayden Flat Group Campground have?
- 3 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Hayden Flat Group Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Hayden Flat Group Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Hayden Flat Group Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Hayden Flat Group Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Hayden Flat Group Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Hayden Flat Group Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $12 single site, river access $40 group fee, reservations for groups only.
Camping near Hayden Flat Group Campground
- Skunk Point Group Campground 6.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Pigeon Point Group Campground 11.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Burnt Ranch Campground 7.9 mi · Campground
- Big Flat Campground 7.9 mi · Campground
- Big Bar Area 8.4 mi · Facility
- Denny Campground 10.6 mi · Campground
- Big Slide Campground 11.5 mi · Campground
- Slide Creek Campground 11.6 mi · Campground
- Little Rock Picnic Area 12.1 mi · Facility
- Hobo Gulch Campground 14.1 mi · Campground
- Trinity River 17 mi · Facility
- Ripstein Campground 17.7 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 5306232121
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-24.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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