OutReserve

Panther Flat Campground

Smith River
Smith River and rocky surroundings
PANTHER FLAT CAMPGROUND
PANTHER FLAT CAMPGROUND
PANTHER FLAT CAMPGROUND

About Panther Flat Campground

Panther Flat Campground sits in the vast Six Rivers National Forest in northern California. This shady, secluded campground is just steps from the Smith River, which is famous for its bright blue waters and scenic pathway through the forest.

Number of accommodations: 27

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Jan 1 to May 17

Sites & Availability

27 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 007, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 021, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 022, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 024, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 027, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 028, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 029, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 032, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 033, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 035, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 038, Loop: PANT
No Hookups
$30.00
/ per night

Reviews (145)

What Guests Are Saying

Panther Flat Campground is a well-maintained and clean facility, featuring hot coin showers, flushing toilets, and spacious campsites that provide good privacy. Campers appreciate the friendly hosts and the beautiful natural surroundings, including access to the nearby Smith River and hiking trails. While it can get busy in the summer and occasional noise from other campers or road traffic is noted, many visitors still find it a pleasant and enjoyable camping experience overall.

Review Summary

4.3
145 reviews
5
62.8%
91
4
24.1%
35
3
3.4%
5
2
3.4%
5
1
6.2%
9

Stephen W

Verified

December 23, 2025 Stayed at: 020, Loop: PANT

5

It was nice and clean!

Lorena S

Verified

November 21, 2025 Stayed at: 009, Loop: PANT

4

Panther Flat is a very nice little campground. Two buildings house a total of 4 showers and 8 toilets with sinks. No soap or paper towels. $2 Hot Showers and free flushing toilets make it a good place for families and those who prefer not to totally rough it.
No hookups but there are sites that will accommodate a trailer up to about 22ft. There are a couple double sites and many that can be “adjoining “ if you seek this.
There is River access at the lower level day use. Can drive down to parking area or take the steep trail down to parking area (pit toilets). At the day use River area you will find a busy swimming hole or can venture up or down the trails to find a more secluded access. It’s not fully accessible. Maybe use trekking poles along the way.
It gets really busy in the summer.
Please respect this amazing place and pack out your trash

Robert D

Verified

October 25, 2025 Stayed at: 026, Loop: PANT

5

Nice site with good distance and foliage between neighbors. Excellent camp hosts, very well maintained restrooms.

Kelly M

Verified

September 15, 2025 Stayed at: 033, Loop: PANT

5

The campground was well maintained. The camp hosts were super friendly.

George B

Verified

September 12, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: PANT

5

Loved the location, near Redwood National Park!

Shana W

Verified

September 3, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: PANT

5

Clean, quiet, hot coin showers. Would stay again. Dishwashing stations would be a huge plus

Kris M

Verified

September 1, 2025 Stayed at: 018, Loop: PANT

5

We had a great time. The campsite was spacious. Enough for 3 tents, but we only used 2. A fire pit with an adjustable cooking grill, a water faucet at the front of the campsite, and trash cans available throughout the area. What made it really nice is being near the bathrooms, but having no bathroom smell. They keep this campsite very well maintained. Very clean.

Michaela P

Verified

August 22, 2025 Stayed at: 009, Loop: PANT

5

Absolutely loved it! Great location, clean facilities. Bring quarters for the showers though..or just hop in the river

Angela K

Verified

August 20, 2025 Stayed at: 035, Loop: PANT

5

Very nice experience !!!
Camp host was awesome and helpful 😁

Alisha U

Verified

August 12, 2025 Stayed at: 010, Loop: PANT

5

this campsite was gorgeous - and soooo well taken care of. We loved it!!

Location Panther Flat Campground

Address:
Po Box 228
Gasquet, CA, 95543
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 41.8431 / -123.931

Elevation: 154 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Additional fees will be collected at the campground for more than one vehicle. A limit of one extra vehicle is allowed.

General

There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at the campground

General

Click here to learn more about the Six Rivers National Forest

General

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

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