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Hobo Gulch Campground/Trailhead

USFS · Campground · Free

Free

Fast facts

Cost
Free
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Open 24 hours/day
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Nearest dump station
Old Station Dump Site · 92.3 mi
Coordinates
40.9290, -123.1533
Last verified
September 18, 2026
40.9290° N · 123.1533° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

This remote campground along the North Fork of the Trinity River has 10 sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Tent camping only. The Hobo Gulch Trailhead is located 1/2 mile above the campground.

From the USFS.

Is Hobo Gulch Campground/Trailhead free?

Yes. Hobo Gulch Campground/Trailhead is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.

How do I get to Hobo Gulch Campground/Trailhead?

From the Big Bar Ranger Station, travel east on Hwy 299W for seven miles to Helena Bridge. At Helena Bridge, turn right on East Fork Road approximately 3 miles to the Hobo Gulch Road (34N07Y). On Hobo Gulch Road, travel 12 miles to the campground.

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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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