Boise Creek Campground

The campground is pretty nice, tucked between a fair number of trees and not far from the creek. BUT, upon arrival we were greeted by the campground hosts who admonished us to watch out for transients, and "reassuringly" told us that if we ran into anybody who looked like they were squatters, or who otherwise asked us for money or gave us trouble, to let him know and he'd "run them off". He then continued to explain that it'd happened a few times in the previous weeks. We saw some of the "squatter" types to which he was referring on the side of the road and around the campground, and frankly, drove out of the campground and found a private park in town. This was summer of 2016, and things have probably changed for the better, but....

In Woody Guthrie's words I was just checking out everybody's land! Beautiful site. The big Madrone were the best part, nearby Trinity river. Only problem was the dang place was closed. I dunno if that changed. ^ if u come to Humboldt expect people to be sharing the forest, stupid property laws are nothing and people are people ~ not squatters. Regardless, this place is worth a stop but not a reliable campsite I think.

Boise Creek Campground is nestled between Brush Mountain and Brannan Mountain in northern Californias vast Six Rivers National Forest.

The campground sits under a canopy of large Pacific madrone evergreen, Douglas fir and California bay trees, less than two miles from the small mountain town of Willow Creek, known as the Bigfoot capital of the world.

Fishing, swimming and whitewater rafting are all close by in the popular Trinity River. Natural Features:The campground sits at a 680-foot elevation and provides several shady campsites on a creek about two miles west of the Trinity River. A forest of conifers covers the campground, and stands of oak woodland dot the landscape, providing habitat for eight threatened and endangered species, including the bald eagle and the peregrine falcon.

The Six Rivers National Forest lies east of Eureka in northwestern California, stretching southward from the Oregon border for about 140 miles. U.S. 101, the famed "Redwood Highway," parallels the inland Forest along the coastline. The Forest is just east of the Redwood National Park.Recreation:Fishing, swimming and whitewater rafting are all available in the Trinity River. The area also provides opportunities for biking, hiking and horseback activities, as well as fishing for migratory salmon and steelhead trout.

Campers can walk the 1/2-mile trail from the campground to the nearby Boise Creek and find a swimming hole or explore native plants and wildlife. A drive on the nearby Trinity Scenic Byway is a favorite activity of many visitors.Facilities:The campground offers several single-family campsites, three of which are for tent camping only. All campsites are furnished with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.Nearby Attractions:Boise Creek Campground is located less than two miles west of Willow Creek, where most services are available, including fuel, propane, medical services, restaurants, groceries and laundry facilities.

Visitors can also check out the towns 9-hole public golf course or participate in the areas numerous cultural and social events, like the annual Bigfoot Days on Labor Day weekend.

Three miles southwest of Willow Creek lies the Brush Mountain Lookout tower, which, at 3,988 feet, provides a 360-degree view of the forests sweeping canyons and valleys.
Campground closes Sept 30 thru April 30(?)

It is a beautiful spot, nice trail down to the trinity. perfect for hot days because of the tree cover. The site does seem to attract a lot of people that camp as their only option... they are paying, but they are basically gypsies. The ones we encounter in our stay were super sweet and their kids played with ours all day. There were a couple of campers that seem to be taking advantage of the cheap fee and 14 day limits to basically live here... they were also fine and didn’t turn us off from the camp site. Just wanted to add my 2 cents about some of the reviews addressing the clientele. The big bummer is how close to the highways it is... you do hear the cars all night long, right next to you.

We were recently driving through the Trinity River Gorge and stopped to camp overnight at the Boise Creek Campground, just past Willow Creek. We were lucky enough to get a nice site and set up quickly. The campground is small and well shaded. The facilities were clean and the host was nice. (For river access, the path from the campground is a little difficult; we recommend driving to nearby Kimtu Beach, in Willow Creek.) There is a fair amount of traffic noise but not so much that it is a problem.

Anyway, a little later that day we were startled by loud rap music booming from the other side of the camp. I support everyone having a right to listen to their music, etc during the day PROVIDED that you are not disturbing your camping neighbors. So after awhile I went over to that site and asked the 4 guys there if could please turn it down a little bit. They refused, saying that as they were 6-month tenants, pot trimmers and knew the host I should just leave. I asked again, pointing out that we were also paying to sleep there. They told me that since they were going to shut it down at 10 I should just be quiet and leave. The music was so loud that night that when I went to bed I could still hear it through ear plugs, despite the fact that they were on the other side of the campground.

We talked to the host but he pointed out that as the only rule regarding noise was that it had to stop at 10pm, there was not much he could do other than also ask them to turn it down. I believe that he did ask them, but they never turned it down. If I knew they were just camping there that night I would have given the campground a much higher rating, but I am assuming as long as the trimming season goes on they will be there.