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CURLY JACK CAMPGROUND

USFS · Campground · Dispersed · Fee

Dispersed

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Open 24 hours/day
Reservations
recreation.gov
Phone
530-493-2243
Nearest dump station
Aspen Point Dump Station · 73.4 mi
Coordinates
41.7862, -123.3908
Last verified
September 19, 2026
41.7862° N · 123.3908° W
Last verifiedSeptember 19, 2026

About this place

Overview Curly Jack Campground is situated along the Klamath Wild and Scenic River near the town of Happy Camp. Visitors enjoy whitewater boating and fishing on the river, and exploring local hiking trails. Recreation Fishing, birding, hiking and whitewater boating are popular options, as is scenic driving along the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway. Visitors can access a Class III section of the Klamath River from the campground. The campsite is a put-in and take-out point for whitewater rafting - boats must be carried across a gravel bar. Facilities The campground offers shaded single family sites, as well as four group sites that can accommodate up to 30 people each. Many sites have a view of the river. Group sites feature a general area for dispersed tent camping and a large gravel parking area for extra vehicles and trailers. Natural Features The campsground sits at an elevation of 1,075 feet on the banks of the Klamath River opposite the town of Happy Camp. The Klamath National Forest is comprised of a vast array of mountains, streams and lakes straddling the California and Oregon border. The nearly 2-million acre forest includes five wilderness areas, one scenic byway, 200 miles of wild and scenic river and 1,100 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. Elevations range from 450 to 8,900 feet, making for varied topography and diverse plant and animal life. Nearby Attractions The campground is within walking distance to the town of Happy Camp, where there are restaurants and a grocery store. A whitewater rafting outfitter and several fishing guides are based in Happy Camp.

From the USFS.Official page

Is CURLY JACK CAMPGROUND free?

No. CURLY JACK CAMPGROUND charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.

How do I get to CURLY JACK CAMPGROUND?

From I-5, drive west on Hwy 96 approx. 65 miles to Happy Camp. Turn left on Curly Jack Road 1 mile to campground on the right.

Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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