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Camping · California

Ripstein Campground

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 · 85.3 mi
Coordinates
40.8762, -123.0282
Last verified
September 18, 2026
40.8762° N · 123.0282° W
Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Ripstein Campground is normally available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There are 10 tent-only sites, some are walk in only. The majority of tent sites have food lockers to deter habituation of black bears.

From the USFS.

Is Ripstein Campground free?

Yes. Ripstein Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.

How do I get to Ripstein Campground?

From the Big Bar Ranger Station, travel Hwy 299 east 15 miles to Junction City making a left turn onto Canyon Creek Road. Once on Canyon Creek road, travel about 10 miles to the campground entrance.

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.

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