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Whiskeytown, CA, 96095
Lat:40.6422
Lng:-122.6710333
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National Park ServiceLast Updated: July 25, 2026
Campground
Crystal Creek
National Park ServiceCampground
Whiskeytown, CA, 96095
National Park ServiceLast Updated: July 25, 2026
The Crystal Creek campground offers two secluded sites along Crystal Creek and is a short drive away from both Crystal Creek falls and the James K. Carr trail to Whiskeytown Falls. This campsite is closed during the winter. A fairly steep dirt road accesses the campsites. Both sites are well shaded and feature a bear-proof storage locker, picnic table, lamp pole, fire pit with swing-arm BBQ grill, with a shared ADA accessible vault toilet. Each site has a maximum occupancy of six people and two vehicles.
The campground is open from May-October. The campground is closed November-April
The summers are hot and dry, and winters are cold and wet.
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Cell Phone Reception
Food Storage Lockers
Crystal Creek camping fee
This is the nightly cost for a tent-only site. Maximum occupancy: 6 people and two vehicles. Pay for your site online at Recreation.gov or call toll free 1-877-444-6777. This is the only way to pay for or reserve a site at the campground. We no longer accept payment at the Whiskeytown visitor center.
Wheelchair Access
These sites feature uneven, unpaved terrain and steep drops near the creek. Crystal Creek has a rocky shoreline. Vault toilets are ADA-accessible.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
RVs and trailers are not allowed at Crystal Creek campground.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
These sites feature uneven, unpaved terrain and steep drops near the creek. Crystal Creek has a rocky shoreline. Vault toilets are ADA-accessible.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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