Steel Bridge Campground
Campground · 12 bookable sites ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
- 12
- Bookable sites
- 1
- Accessible site
Overview
Camp on the edge of the Trinity River in one of 13 tent/trailer campsites (max length 20 feet). Popular for fishing and pleasure boating alike, this clear, cold section of the river is world famous for its fly fishing. Paddlers enjoy the narrow valley with Ponderosa Pine, Douglas fir, Oaks, and Madrone trees coating the walls of the canyons. If you would like more adrenaline rush, the waters below Pigeon Point rage at class III-V for white water enthusiasts. Those interested in a more relaxing experience can enjoy the abundant camping options in the area or head for the trail with your friends, horses, or dog. If you would like to stay at the river's edge, you can always swim, fish or do a little gold panning. The river can be accessed from many locations along this stretch of the Trinity River.
For information on campground details, fees, opening/closing dates, and making reservations, please visit: Steel Bridge Campground, Trinity - Recreation.gov
Recreation
Swimming, fishing, and paddling are all popular activites along the Trinity River immediately adjacent to the campground. A rustic hiking trail can be explored to find additional river access points and connect you to other recreation sites along Steiner Flat Road. Wildlife is abundat along the river, so birding and other wildlife viewing activities are popular!
Facilities
Camp on the edge of the Trinity River in one of 13 tent/trailer campsites. No electric, water, or sewer hookups are available. Campsites have picnic tables, fire rings, and bear boxes. A small beach is found near the campground. A campground host is generally on site.
Natural Features
Steel Bridge Campground is nestled in a narrow valley with ponderosa pine, douglas fir, oak, and madrone trees coating the hillsides. The campground is immeidately adjacent to the Wild and Scenic Trinity River, known for its cold, clear water and abudant paddling, swimming, and fishing opprotunities.
Nearby Attractions
Trinity River (Lewiston Lake to Pigeon Point): Class I and II segment popular for fishing, swimming, and paddling. Access map can be found on the BLM website.
Trinity River (below Pigeon Point): Class III and IV segment popular for white water rafting. Guided trips availalbe from local vendors.
Lewiston and Trinty Lakes: Fishing, boating, and swimming.
Weaver Basin trail system: Non-motorized trails near Weaverville, CA that offer great hiking and mountain biking opportunities. Find out more on the Trinity Trail Alliance website .
Trinity Alps Wilderness: Access the wilderness area through many nearby trailheads for overnight or day hiking. More information on the Forest Service website.
Weaverville, CA: Small town with dining and shopping options.
The facts
- 12 bookable sites
- 13 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 accessible site
- Loops: Steel Bridge
Site types
- 12 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
13 campsites at Steel Bridge Campground
Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 | Steel Bridge | Management | — | — | — | — | 🐾 |
| Site 10 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Site 11 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Site 12 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 🐾 |
| Site 13 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Site 2 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 🐾 |
| Site 3 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Site 4 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Site 5 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 🐾 |
| Site 6 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | ♿ 🐾 |
| Site 7 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 🐾 |
| Site 8 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 🐾 |
| Site 9 | Steel Bridge | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 🐾 |
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Common questions about Steel Bridge Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Steel Bridge Campground?
- Yes, Steel Bridge Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Steel Bridge Campground have?
- 13 sites in total, of which 12 can be booked.
- Are pets allowed at Steel Bridge Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Steel Bridge Campground.
- Does Steel Bridge Campground have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Steel Bridge Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Steel Bridge Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Contact
- Phone 530-224-2100
- Email BLM_CA_Web_RE@blm.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-29.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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