Camp Discovery Group Camp (Red Bluff Recreation Area) sits among the stunning landscapes of Mendocino National Forest in California . With 100 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Apr-oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Mendocino National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Camp Discovery Group Camp (Red Bluff Recreation Area) located in California, offering 100 camping sites.
Camp Discovery Group Camp (Red Bluff Recreation Area)
A Rural campground in California
Overview
Visitors Can Enjoy the 4-Mile Paved Nature Trail, Which Winds Through Flowering Grasslands, Wetlands and Oak Woodlands, Providing Access to an Abundance of Plants and Wildlife, As Well As Incredible Views of Mount Shasta, Mount Lassen and the Yolla Bolly Mountains.
Camp Discovery Group Campground Is a Reservation Only Campground Located Just Outside the Full Service Town of Red Bluff, California. the Campground Has 11 Screened Sleeping Cabins, Showers, Dish Washing Facilities, Vault Toilets, Amphitheater, Two Cabanas with Picnic Tables, Preperation Tables, Secure Storage Areas, Lighting, and Four Large Grills. Additional Tent Camping Is Available Under the Small Conifer Forest at the Same Location. There Are Sycamore, Oak, and Cottonwood Shade Trees. Other Visitor Facilities Include Day Use Areas, Campground, 4.2 Miles of Hiking/Walking Trails, Boat Ramp, and the Sacramento River Discovery Center. the Nearby River Provides Visitors with Access to a Variety of Water-Related Recreation Opportunities, Including Fishing, Boating, Water Skiing, Jet Skiing, Swimming and Canoeing. a Variety of Fish Can Be Seen in the River, Including Chinook, Steelhead, and Striped Bass.
the Campground Is Surrounded by Mature Sycamore, Oak, and Cottonwood Trees. the Sacramento River Is Less Than a Five Minute Walk Away.
Nearby Attractions
Camp Discovery Group Campground Is Located in the Middle of the Northern Sacramento Valley. It Is Two Miles From the City of Red Bluff, 25 Miles From Rolling Hills Casino, 34 Miles From Redding California, 40 Miles From Lake Shasta, and 60 Miles From Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Charges & Cancellations
Please Review the Rules and Reservations Policies for Questions About Refunds an D Changing Your Reservation.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 100
- Hookup Types: Full Hookup
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Camp Discovery Group Campground
City: , California 96080.0
Coordinates: 40.154813, -122.197296
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|swimming|fishing|hiking|picnic|shower|water|lake|river|trail|rv|tent|cabin|amphitheater
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 20 stations
Nearest Market: LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco
Notes: Signals FROM LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 50 stations (15 AM, 35 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: POP, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK, Country
Local News: KNX 1070 Am
Market: La/Sf/SAN DIEGO
Notes: 15 AM, 35 FM Stations from La/Sf/San Diego
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ HOSPITAL SECH EV 02
Distance: 1.3 miles away
Address: 2455 Sister Mary Columba Dr, Red Bluff, CA
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10176093
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies
- Parent Park: Mendocino National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/mendocino-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: mendocino-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Mendocino National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: mendocino-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 23.0
- States Covered: California
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1068
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1068, 1068.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: california
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: mendocino-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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