Can you reserve a site at Mary Smith Campground?

Yes, Mary Smith Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Mary Smith Campground have?

20 sites in total, of which 18 can be booked.

Are pets allowed at Mary Smith Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Mary Smith Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Mary Smith Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Mary Smith Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Mary Smith Campground, California — 18 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

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.

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 facts

18 bookable sites
20 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 accessible site
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND, S&P, Tent Glamping Units

Site types

12 Tent Only Nonelectric
6 Yurt
2 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

20 campsites at Mary Smith Campground

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Access	Max rig	People
01	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
06	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
07	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
08	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
10	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
11	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
12	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
13	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
14	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
15	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
16	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
17	MARY SMITH CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
Glamping S&P	S&P	Management	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
Single S&P	S&P	Management	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
02	Tent Glamping Units	Yurt	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
03	Tent Glamping Units	Yurt	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
04	Tent Glamping Units	Yurt	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
05a	Tent Glamping Units	Yurt	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
05b	Tent Glamping Units	Yurt	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	🐾
09	Tent Glamping Units	Yurt	—	Paved	Moderate	Hike In	—	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Weaverville: Take Highway 3 north for 7 miles. Turn right on Rush Creek Road for 9 miles. Turn left on Trinity Dam Blvd for 3/4 mile. Turn right on Lewiston Vista/Mary Smith exit. Campground is 1/4 mile from exit on County Road 105, 2 miles north of Lewiston.

40.92611, -122.91528 · 40°55'34.0"N 122°54'55.0"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
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Precip in	9.2	8.0	5.7	3.8	2.3	1.2	0.2	0.2	0.5	2.7	5.3	11.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

If the reservation was made through recreation.gov please call 1-877-444-6777 to make a refund request. Refunds must be requested no later than 14 days before your scheduled arrival date for a full refund (excluding recreation.gov fee’s). Reservation Fee: For some facilities, an additional reservation fee is charged. This additional non-refundable fee is $10.00 for the call center and online reservations. Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for cash payments will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. For cash or check refunds please call us at 530-275-8113. Please Note! Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy. Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure the Recreation.gov will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates and sites (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be canceled and all fees paid will be refunded. Refunds for Naturally Occurring Events: Refunds will not be issued for naturally occurring events like rain, snow, wind, smoke, extreme temperature, low lake level, etc. If you are requesting a refund for a walk-up site, please contact the host on-site or call us 530-275-8113. All refunds must be approved and issued through our office or processed though Recreation.gov.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Mary Smith Campground

Can you reserve a site at Mary Smith Campground?: Yes, Mary Smith Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Mary Smith Campground have?: 20 sites in total, of which 18 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at Mary Smith Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Mary Smith Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Mary Smith Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Mary Smith Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Contact

Phone 530-275-8113
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Mary Smith Campground