Hunting, Fishing and Shooting

Fishing on all rivers, streams and lakes in the Klamath National Forest is regulated by the California Dept of Fish and Wildlife.  A current valid California fishing license is required for all anglers over 16 years of age.  Contact the Dept of Fish and Wildlife for fishing seasons, limits and bag limits.

Hunting is a seasonal activity, and the rules are simple: Follow the state laws and regulations pertaining to hunting, including seasons, dates and licensing. Forests and grasslands may place some areas as off limits to hunting. So check in with your local Forest Service ranger to be sure you are following all the rules.

Hunting is permitted during hunting seasons designated by the California State Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). Licenses are available Online, at any CDFW License Sales Office or License Agent.

Hunters must have in their possession all required licenses and tags.

Lake and Pond Fishing

Goosenest Ranger District

• Juanita Lake Boating Site
• Juanita Lake Campground
• Juanita Lake Picnic Site
• Orr Lake Campground

Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District

• Kelly Lake Trailhead

Salmon/Scott River Ranger District

• Kangaroo Lake Campground

Ice Fishing

Goosenest Ranger District

• Juanita Lake Boating Site

Salmon/Scott River Ranger District

• Kangaroo Lake Campground

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Ash Creek River Access

Site Open

The entrance to Ash Creek River Access is a short dirt road to a small turn around. The ramp to the river is sand and not designed for trailers and RV's. There is limited parking. No facilities.

Big Flat Campground

Site Temporarily Closed

Big Flat campground has 9 campsites, and access to many trails in the Trinity Alps Wilderness, including the Caribou Lakes. There is no potable water or garbage service provided, but there are vault…

Blue Heron River Access

Site Open

A graded gravel ramp to the water's edge provides access at this popular fishing spot. Limited shade is available for a few dispersed campers. RV's and trailers are an easy fit. There are no…

Brown Bear River Access

Site Open

This popular fishing access has a gravel road to the water's edge. Dispersed camping is allowed and there is some shade. This nice river access was built with slide materials in cooperation with…

Cayuse River Access

Site Open

Cayuse River Access consists of a large sand and gravel river bar and a gravel walking trail to the river. There is one picnic table and a public telephone in the parking area. This area is for day…

China Point River Access

Site Closed

The access road to China Point is not recommended for trailers or RV's. The steep one mile access road is partially paved to a large cobble bar. There is ample parking on the bar but very limited…

Coon Creek River Access

Site Open

Parking for Coon Creek River Access is on Hwy 96. There is a paved access road to the water's edge but no room for turn around or parking. The Forest Service provides a portable toilet here in summer…

Curly Jack Campground

Site Closed

From Highway 96, turn left on Elk Creek Road and then right on Curly Jack Road.Apply online to be considered for the volunteer campground host position for Curly Jack campground at volunteer.gov, and…

East Fork Campground

Site Open

East Fork campground has 6 campsites right on the confluence of the East and South forks of the Salmon River. There is no water and no garbage services here, but there is a vault toilet available.

Elbow Springs Trailhead

Site Temporarily Closed

This is the trailhead for the Kelsey National Recreation Trail leading into the Siskiyou Wilderness and providing access to Bear Lakes. The Kelsey Trail once stretched from Crescent City inland to…