U.S. Forest Service · Six Rivers National Forest

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. Popular activities include swimming, sunbathing, rafting and fishing in the Smith River. Anglers enjoy healthy fishing populations of salmon, steelhead and cutthroat trout. Visitors also enjoy hiking, horseback riding and biking in the area. There are no trailheads in the campground, but Elk Camp Ridge, High Dome and French Hill trailheads are all within 10 miles of the site. A Botanical trail to a unique Darlingtonia bog is just a mile away.

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A photo of Site 011 of Loop PANT at PANTHER FLAT CAMPGROUND with Picnic Table, Fire Pit — Yvette Brizuela

Campsites

Standard, no hookups	38
Host/management	1
Total	39

Amenities & rules

✓ Pets allowed✓ Campfires allowedMax vehicle length 45 ftRVs & trailersTents

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

From Highway 101 north of Crescent City, California, take highway 199 east for 16 miles to the campground.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.