Hayward Flat Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Old Station Dump Site · 71.8 mi
- Coordinates
- 40.8742, -122.7676
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Located approximately 20 miles north of Weaverville, 2 miles off of Hwy 3 and is on the shores of Trinity Lake. Trinity Center is 9 miles north of Hayward Flat. Hayward Flat is one of the most popular campgrounds on Trinity Lake. It offers excellent lake access and plenty of shade. Sitting on one of the best arms of the lake for waterskiing, Hayward is favored by the watersports crowd. This is a 98 unit family campground with an amphitheater and limited day-use parking. Each campsite has a paved spur, table, and fireplace. The campground road is paved. Most campsites have bear proof food lockers.
From the USFS.
Is Hayward Flat Campground free?
No. Hayward Flat Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Hayward Flat Campground?
From Weaverville, take Hwy 3 north for 17.5 miles. Turn right on Hayward Flat Road and travel 2 miles.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
