Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground

Clear Creek at Peltier Bridge Campground
Peltier Bridge at Clear Creek
Peltier Bridge Campground
Clear Creek at Peltier Bridge Campground alternate view
Clear Creek at Peltier Bridge Campground 2

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

9 total sites

About Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground

This tent-only campground is located in the southeast corner of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 13.5 mi west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. Clear Creek flows past the campground, making it a popular spot for fly fishing. The camp is shaded by alders and large canyon live oaks. The cool, clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake provide endless water activities. The picturesque mountain setting and extensive forested backcountry offer ample opportunities for hiking and biking.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • River Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

9 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 01, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 02, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 03, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 04, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 05, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 06, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 07, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 08, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 09, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews (190)

What Guests Are Saying

Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground offers a lovely, private atmosphere with easy access to a beautiful creek and nearby hiking trails, making it ideal for families and nature lovers. Many campers appreciate the quiet environment, clean facilities, and the friendly staff, noting that the grounds are well-maintained and charming. While some reported minor issues like sap from oak trees, overgrown areas, and occasional trash left behind, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.2
190 reviews
5
56.3%
107
4
20.5%
39
3
14.2%
27
2
4.7%
9
1
4.2%
8

Devan C

Verified

April 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

3

Severe amounts of ants absolutely everywhere and the obvious spiders, beetles, etc. are expected but the ants were outrageous. Be sure to bring a lot of wood for fires because there's no much for foraging your own other than sticks. But that said if you are prepared for all of that it's a great little area to camp.

Devan C

Verified

April 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

3

Great spots. Only complaint would be the bugs. Severe amounts of ants absolutely everywhere and the obvious spiders, beetles, etc. are expected but the ants were outrageous. Be sure to bring a lot of wood for fires because there's no much for foraging your own other than sticks. But that said if you are prepared for all of that it's a great little area to camp.

Devan C

Verified

April 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

3

Severe amounts of ants absolutely everywhere and the obvious spiders, beetles, etc. are expected but the ants were outrageous. Be sure to bring a lot of wood for fires because there's no much for foraging your own other than sticks. But that said if you are prepared for all of that it's a great little area to camp.

Devan C

Verified

April 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

3

Great spots. Only complaint would be the bugs. Severe amounts of ants absolutely everywhere and the obvious spiders, beetles, etc. are expected but the ants were outrageous. Be sure to bring a lot of wood for fires because there's no much for foraging your own other than sticks. But that said if you are prepared for all of that it's a great little area to camp.

Amanda M

Verified

April 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

4

Lovely little campground! It was pretty clean overall, except for a few bits of trash left behind; things like bottle caps and plastic wrappers (which I picked up during our stay). We walked the loop to check out the other sites, and in our opinion, campsite #1 is the best. It's secluded, spacious, and has a small brook running right next to it—perfect for washing up since there’s no running water at the campground.
Some of the other sites labeled “creek access” just have a narrow path through a ton of blackberry bushes that ends in a tiny spot on the creek -standing room for 1 person, and the water was rushing pretty fast there. Not super useful for swimming or recreating. #2 seemed to have the best creek access, with a nice spot where the water slows down, perfect for jumping in.
Only downside: there is poison oak EVERYWHERE, so be careful where you step and sit.
Still, we had a great time and would definitely come back!

Amanda M

Verified

April 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

4

Lovely little campground! It was pretty clean overall, except for a few bits of trash left behind; things like bottle caps and plastic wrappers (which I picked up during our stay). We walked the loop to check out the other sites, and in our opinion, campsite #1 is the best. It's secluded, spacious, and has a small brook running right next to it—perfect for washing up since there’s no running water at the campground.
Some of the other sites labeled “creek access” just have a narrow path through a ton of blackberry bushes that ends in a tiny spot on the creek -standing room for 1 person, and the water was rushing pretty fast there. Not super useful for swimming or recreating. #2 seemed to have the best creek access, with a nice spot where the water slows down, perfect for jumping in.
Only downside: there is poison oak EVERYWHERE, so be careful where you step and sit.
Still, we had a great time and would definitely come back!

Joseph y

Verified

May 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

4

Nice little camp area. 4x4 road was closed by big rocks. Not a real defined access to water. Camp site itself was very well maintained. Clean Pit toilets

Joseph y

Verified

May 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

4

Nice little camp area. 4x4 road was closed by big rocks. Not a real defined access to water. Camp site itself was very well maintained. Clean Pit toilets

Bradley W

Verified

May 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

5

Love this place, so quiet and close to the lake

Bradley W

Verified

May 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

5

Love this place, so quiet and close to the lake

Location & Directions for Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground

Po Box 188, Whiskeytown, CA 96095 United States

Elevation: 303 ft

Getting There

From Redding, CA, drive 10 mi west on Highway 299. Turn left on Kennedy Memorial Drive and follow it for 1.6 mi to Paige Bar Road. Turn left onto Paige Bar Road at the dam and drive 1.2 mi to Peltier Valley Road. Turn right and follow Peltier V...

Nearest town

Whiskeytown, CA - 5.9 mi

About 14 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Highway 299, located approximately 10 miles east of the campground.

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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