Steel Bridge Campground
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The campground is first serve camping at $15.00 per night.
No reservations are available.
The campground will close for the season on November 18, 2024 and reopen in early May depending on weather conditions.
Overview
Camp on the edge of the Trinity River in one of 13 tent/trailer campsites (max length 20 feet). Popular for fishing and pleasure boating alike, this clear, cold section of the river is world famous for its fly fishing. Paddlers enjoy the narrow valley with Ponderosa Pine, Douglas fir, Oaks, and Madrone trees coating the walls of the canyons. If you would like more adrenaline rush, the waters below Pigeon Point rage at class III-V for white water enthusiasts. Those interested in a more relaxing experience can enjoy the abundant camping options in the area or head for the trail with your friends, horses, or dog. If you would like to stay at the river's edge, you can always swim, fish or do a little gold panning. The river can be accessed from many locations along this stretch of the Trinity River.
Facilities
Camp on the edge of the Trinity River in one of 13 tent/trailer campsites.
- Electric hookups - No
- Water hookups - No
- Sewage hookups - No
- Potable water - No
- Vault toilet - Yes
- Bear boxes - Yes
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Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)
There is one ADA accessible camp site.
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Geographic Coordinates
Directions
About three miles east of Douglas City on State Highway 299, turn north onto Steel Bridge Road and go about 2 miles to the campground. Campground is near the Trinity River.
Fees
No Day Fees