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Six Rivers National Forest › Gasquet Ranger District › California
› Del Norte County
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› Patrick Creek Campground
› Campsite #7
Campsite #7 at Patrick Creek Campground, CA
$14
Campsite #7
| 8 people | |
| 38 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | poor |
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Campsite #7 Features: Back-In parking, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (5)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 60% |
| 4 star | | 0% |
| 3 star | | 20% |
| 2 star | | 20% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@RosalynT270497 · Camped on Jun 2, 2023 at Campsite #7
I prefer smaller quieter campgrounds and that, along with the close Smith River access, takes me back every year. The only drawback is the traffic noise.
@StephenR879500 · Camped on Sep 9, 2022 at Campsite #7
nice camping area, but traffic noise was annoying. Trails need clearing of overgrowth, picnic area nicer than campground. The day I arrived three days ahead of season closing in mid September the temperature was 93 degrees. There should be a longer season to avoid the summer heat open earlier and stay open later.
@Julianne489640 · Camped on Jul 12, 2022 at Campsite #7
The campground was sweet with nice private sites. The beach access for the river was a delight.
@EricaG107 · Camped on Jul 20, 2020 at Campsite #7
We loved how small the campground was and that there was a swimming hole just down a trail. Already making plans to return!
@ByronB196 · Camped on May 23, 2020 at Campsite #7
The Smith River is beautiful, clear, and very cold. Our site was right above the river, about 30' above, so no direct access from the site as it was on a cliff. The view was great; the sound of the river rapids was constant and enjoyable. The campground itself was clean and well kept including the bathrooms. We had a five minute walk through the campground to the river access area which is fairly rocky, but spots of finer gravel can be found to sit and enjoy. A nice paved path goes along the river and under the highway and up to Patrick Creek Lodge. Not a lot of hiking directly out of the camp, so after seeing what there is nearby, you'll have to go for a drive to see other sites. Plenty to see in the area. And like I said, the river was very cold which kept us from staying in the water long. Our visit was on the first open weekend in May after the COVID-19 closures. If that is still a concern when you are reading this, plenty of space to keep your distance from the other campers.
It would be a 5 star campground if it wasn't on the highway. Being down in the canyon like it is, the loud motorcycles and trucks really stand out, so if you don't like vehicle noise, I don't recommend staying, and that is why I give it a lower rating. It wasn't bad at night, but we were sleeping in our trailer which insulates the noise a fair bit. And it wasn't as bad down at the river. When they built the campground almost a century ago, I'm sure the highway wasn't such a problem. If you don't mind highway noise, hey, lucky you, you can really enjoy the campground.
It would be a 5 star campground if it wasn't on the highway. Being down in the canyon like it is, the loud motorcycles and trucks really stand out, so if you don't like vehicle noise, I don't recommend staying, and that is why I give it a lower rating. It wasn't bad at night, but we were sleeping in our trailer which insulates the noise a fair bit. And it wasn't as bad down at the river. When they built the campground almost a century ago, I'm sure the highway wasn't such a problem. If you don't mind highway noise, hey, lucky you, you can really enjoy the campground.
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