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Hayden Flat Group Campground

Hayden Flat Campground is located 31 miles west of Weaverville, 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. The upper loop of the campground has been converted into 3 group sites.  

General Information

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.  

This campground is also located near several trailheads that access the Trinity Alps Wilderness. Contact the Weaverville Ranger Station for information about the wilderness area and required self issue permits for overnight trips. 

Hayden Flat Group Campground is available Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Open 24 hours/day

Overnight Use:
Group (nonelectric) Site: $40 per night

Weaverville Ranger Station is a green building with brick stairs into the front doors.

Address: 360 Main Street Weaverville, CA 96093
Phone: 530-623-2121
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 1:00 pm and 1:45 pm - 4:30 pm; Closed Saturday and Sunday (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 40.78389513

Longitude: -123.3433206

Directions

From the Big Bar Ranger Station, travel west on State Route 299 through the community of Big Bar. Proceed 7 miles through the town of Del Loma, continuing east 1 more mile to the campground. The campground will be on the right side of State Route 299.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - River/Stream Info

There is Trinity River access across State Route 299.

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Swimming Info

Swimming is available across State Route 299.

Boating - Non-Motorized Info

There is Trinity River access across State Route 299.

Last updated August 5th, 2025