DESCRIPTION:
The Harris River Campground has 14 drive-in sites, with space for a small
to medium-sized RV. Two vault toilets are available. A short trail
parts the muskeg through the campground loop, where visitors can
view the unique muskeg vegetation. The Harris River Picnic Area is
located adjacent to the campground and offers a pavilion for picnicking
and staying dry.
LOCATION:
Harris River Campground is located on Forest Highway 20 ( State Route
924-Craig-Hollis Highway). The campground is located just west of the
junction between the Hydaburg Road and the Craig-Hollis Highway . USGS
Map: Craig B-3.
CAMPGROUND:
Campground Fee : $8.00
Stay Limit: 14 Days
Number of Sites: 14
Facilities: 2 Vault Toilets, 14 hardened
sites, fire rings, bear-proof trash receptacles, short
trail through muskeg
For Reservations: Click on Recreation.gov or
call the National Recreation Reservation Service at 1-877-444-6777.
INTERPRETIVE TRAIL:
Distance: 300 feet (one way)
Trip Time: 5-10 minutes (one way)
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation Change: 0 feet
Trail Tread: The Harris River Campground
Trail is all yellow cedar boardwalk.
Recommended Seasons:
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SPECIAL
FEATURES:
The Harris River Campground offers quiet, peaceful campsites. Across
the road is the Twentymile Spur Trail that follows the Harris River through
its steep valley. Visitors should bring their salmon rod, because there
is great fishing right beside the campground in the lower Harris River
. Watch the salmon swim upstream from the footbridge at the Harris River
Picnic Area.
Practice Leave No Trace
• Plan Ahead and Prepare
• Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
• Dispose of Waste Properly
• Leave What You Find
• Minimize Campfire Impacts
• Respect Wildlife
• Be Considerate of Other Visitors
SAFETY TIPS:
• Discharging firearms is prohibited within 150 yards of buildings,
campsites, developed recreation sites, or occupied areas
• Fireworks or other explosives are prohibited
• Use only fire rings provided by the Forest
Service
• Be respectful of others and keep your
pets under control
• Do NOT feed or approach bears!
• Water for consumption should be treated
or boiled
• Rubber boots, rain gear and insect repellent
are recommended
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