Can you reserve a site at Skunk Point Group Campground?

Yes, Skunk Point Group Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Skunk Point Group Campground — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Skunk Point Group Campground is located 1.9 miles east of Big Bar, 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.

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.

Facilities

There is one group site located at this campground. There are picnic tables, fire rings and vault toilets. No potable water is available.

Natural Features

Located on the Wild and Scenic portion of the Trinity River, this campground has a beautiful view of the river.

The facts

Season: Group Campground by reservation only on Recreation.gov — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
1 accessible site
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: A

Site types

1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Skunk Point Group Campground

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
1	A	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	—	Riverfront	—	50	♿ 🐾

Getting there

Skunk Point Group Campground is located on the south side of CA Highway 299 1.9 miles east of Big Bar, CA.

To get to Skunk Point Group Campground from Redding, CA: Travel West on CA Highway 299, through Weaverville, CA, for approximately 65 miles.

To get to Skunk Point Group Campground from Arcata, CA: Travel East on CA Highway 299 for approximately 75 miles.

40.73644, -123.23299 · 40°44'11.2"N 123°13'58.8"W

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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, 1.3 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 Skunk Point Group Campground

Can you reserve a site at Skunk Point Group Campground?: Yes, Skunk Point Group Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Skunk Point Group Campground have?: 1 site.
Are pets allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Skunk Point Group Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$40 group fee

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Skunk Point Group Campground

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Contact

Phone 5306232121
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-24.

Skunk Point Group Campground