Matthews Creek Campground

Area Status: Closed

Matthews Creek campground has 10 campsites located on the South Fork of the Salmon River. There is easy river access available and a number of nice swimming holes nearby the campground.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	10/22/23 Campground is closed for the season.
Fees:	$10 per night
Usage:	Light
Closest Towns:	Cecilville, Forks of Salmon
Water:	Drinking Water
Restroom:	Vault
Operated By:	US Forest Service

General Information

Directions: From Callahan, take the Callahan-Cecilville Rd for approx. 37 miles to the campground.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

On the South Fork of the Salmon, with some great pools for swimming and fishing.

No. of Sites	Reservations not available. All sites are first come, first served.
Reservation Info	None
Fire Information	Campfires in fire rings provided, subject to local restrictions.
No. of Accessible sites	5

RV Camping

On the South Fork of the Salmon, with some great pools for swimming and fishing.

General Info:

Parking

Watch overhead for low-hanging branches

No. of Sites	5
Reservation Info	No reservations
Pavement Type for Parking	Gravel
Hookup - Water	Water available, no hook-ups
Size Restrictions	24'
Hookup - Sewer	No
Dump Stations	No
Hookups - Electric	No
Fire Information	Campfires in fire rings provided, subject to local restrictions.
No. of Accessible sites	None

River and Stream Fishing

Special Designations	Regulations for the Salmon, Scott and Klamath Rivers are published in May each year in "Freshwater & Ocean Sport Fishing Supplement"
Fish Species	Trout
Water Temperature	Water temperature fluctuates with seasons, flow level and water depth.
Water/Flow Level	Water flow in creeks and rivers fluctuate with seasons, rainfall and snow pack.

Viewing Wildlife

A good area for riparian wildlife along the river and forest birding. Some small mammals frequent the campsites.

Gold Panning

Gold Panning on the Salmon River is regulated by CA Dept of Fish & Game.

Difficulty Level:	Intermediate to Difficult

Boating - Non-Motorized

Swimming

Swimming, wading and water play off the gravel bar on the South Fork of the Salmon River.

Clothing Requirements	Swimming attire required.
Water Temperature	Water temperature fluctuates with seasons, flow level and water depth.
Water/Flow Level	Water flow in creeks and rivers fluctuate with seasons, rainfall and snow pack.
Difficulty Level:	Intermediate to Difficult