Can you reserve a site at Nordheimer Group Sites?

Yes, Nordheimer Group Sites is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Nordheimer Group Sites?

Yes, pets are allowed at Nordheimer Group Sites.

Nordheimer Group Sites, California — 4 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Nordheimer Group Sites are in a Douglas-fir and hardwood forest close to the Wild and Scenic California Salmon River. Roads and parking areas are gravel. Group sites A, B, and C have large grassy meadows surrounded by forest. Site D overlooks the Salmon River with a short hike access for boaters and swimmers. Sites A, B and C all have accessible double vault restrooms, while Site D has one accessible vault restroom. Picnic tables and fire rings with grills are provided at each site. Popular activities include swimming, sunbathing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, wildlife and scenery viewing, fishing, and biking.

Nordheimer is in the heart of the Salmon River whitewater area. Rafting activities begin in the spring and continue until the water levels drop in early summer. Remnants from historic mining operations can still be seen in this remote but beautiful camping area. A few fruit trees remain from past homesteading activities. Nordheimer is a must for those seeking beauty and seclusion. Boat trailer access to the river’s edge is available through the main campground for 4x4 vehicles. The main campground also offers spacious single fee sites on a first-come first-served basis.

See the "Getting Here" section for road information.

Recreation

The Salmon River is a popular area for swimming and sunbathing, rafting and kayaking. The region is also popular for hiking and biking. The Orleans Mountain Trail begins nearby.

Facilities

The campground offers four group sites, each able to accommodate up to 50 guests. The sites are equipped with vault toilets, picnic tables, and campfire rings with grills. The main campground offers single fee sites on a first-come first-served basis. Roads and parking areas are gravel. A courtesy local or prepaid landline telephone is located at the entrance to the main campground. There is no cellular service near this remote site.

Natural Features

The campground is located in a Douglas fir and hardwood forest, which provides partial shade throughout the day. A few fruit trees remain from past homesteading activities. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the Salmon River area. Sites A, B, and C have large grassy meadows, surrounded by forest. Site D overlooks the Salmon River with easy hiking access for boaters and swimmers. The Marble Mountain Wilderness is located nearby with beautiful views of the mountains and numerous trailheads to access them.

Nearby Attractions

The Marble Mountain Wilderness Area is adjacent to the campground, with ample hiking and horseback riding opportunities available, as well as high country fishing in any of the area's 89 lakes.

The facts

Season: 4/1/2024 – 10/15/2024 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
4 bookable sites
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: ACHL, BLOO, CASC, DERV

Site types

4 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

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4 campsites at Nordheimer Group Sites

Check-in 2:30 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
A	ACHL	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Riverfront	—	50	🐾
B	BLOO	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Riverfront	—	50	🐾
C	CASC	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Riverfront	—	50	🐾
D	DERV	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	50	🐾

Getting there

From California State Highway 96, turn onto Salmon River Road/Forest Highway 93 and continue about 13 miles to the campground. The first 7 miles are a narrow winding two lane road. At Butler Creek, the second half of this route narrows further to one lane with tight corners and sheer cliffs high above the river. Fallen rocks on the roadway are common. Long trailers, RVs, and large trucks are discouraged. There is no cellular service near this remote area.

41.29861, -123.36389 · 41°17'55.0"N 123°21'50.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	8.6	6.9	5.7	3.6	1.9	0.9	0.3	0.3	0.8	2.5	5.0	9.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.6 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 Nordheimer Group Sites

Can you reserve a site at Nordheimer Group Sites?: Yes, Nordheimer Group Sites is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Nordheimer Group Sites have?: 4 sites.
Are pets allowed at Nordheimer Group Sites?: Yes, pets are allowed at Nordheimer Group Sites.
Does Nordheimer Group Sites have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.

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Nordheimer Group Sites also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Nordheimer Group Sites's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$50 group site

Restrictions:

Site limited to 50 people or less.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Contact

Phone 530-627-3291
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Nordheimer Group Sites