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Robinson Creek South Campground in California
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Robinson Creek South Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, California

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As of October 2026, Robinson Creek South Campground is a campground in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, California with 21 campsites. Robinson Creek South Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Robinson Creek South Campground is located at 38.1861ยฐ N, 119.3175ยฐ W.
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Robinson Creek South Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply
  • Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
  • Maximum reservations at once: 4 reservations

Published by Recreation.gov for Robinson Creek South Campground, read on October 6, 2026.

Campsites at Robinson Creek South Campground

  • Standard 17
  • RV 3
  • Tent 1

What an RV fits

  • 20 ft1 site
  • 25 ft3 sites
  • 28 ft1 site
  • 30 ft3 sites
  • 35 ft3 sites
  • 40 ft2 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Robinson Creek South Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the ROBI loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
002RV635 ft
003RV625 ft
004Standard630 ft
006Standard640 ft
007Standard620 ft
008Tent6-
009Standard625 ft
010Standard6-
011Standard6-
012Standard6-
013Standard6-
014Standard6-
015Standard6-
016Standard6-
017Standard630 ft
018Standard635 ft
019Standard640 ft
020Standard635 ft
021Standard625 ft
022RV630 ft
023Standard628 ft

About Robinson Creek South Campground

Overview

Robinson Creek South Campground is located just 9 miles from Bridgeport, California, next to Robinson Creek at an elevation of 7,000 feet. The Twin Lakes area is close by, offering boating, fishing, hiking and horseback riding opportunities.

Recreation

Robinson Creek offers good rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. Numerous hiking trails are in the vicinity, including the popular Robinson Creek Trail.

Facilities

The campground contains single sites with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Educational programs are held at the campground's amphitheater on weekends from July 4 through Labor Day. Robinson Creek North Campground is adjacent.

Natural Features

The campground is situated alongside its namesake creek, where a forest of massive Jeffrey pines towers over the site, offering partial shade. Lodgepole pines, sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

Nearby Attractions

Upper and Lower Twin Lakes are nearby, offering beautiful mountain scenery, boating, canoeing and fishing for Kokanee salmon and rainbow and brown trout. The rugged and scenic Hoover Wilderness Area can be accessed from the Twin Lakes area and offers additional hiking and horseback riding trails.

Rules and notices at Robinson Creek South Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on October 6, 2026. Check Robinson Creek South Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Caution: black bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers

Click here for more info about the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Reserved Sites will be held until checkout time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of the second day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests. Please call the office at 760-932-7092 if you need to inform the campground of an arrival time greater than 24 hours after your arrival date, or if you will not use your reservation whatsoever.

Pass Discounts: If you use a pass discount you must provide your pass and photo identification upon check in or upon Camp Host request. If you received a pass discount for which you weren't eligible you must pay the difference in price upon arrival.

6-person limit - There is a max of 6 people per single campsite. If you exceed this number, purchase two sites and spread your group and equipment out evenly between campsites. This is to protect natural resources and minimize noise levels.

Double sites have a 12-person max. Triple sites have an 18-person max.

Once your reservation start date has begun neither Recreation.gov contact center, Camp Host, or Campground Manager can modify your reservation. If you no longer want the site you have reserved you will need to cancel your original reservation and pay for the site you prefer at the campground. There are no exchanging sites.

Fire Restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions or red flag warnings. At which point campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. Please check with the Camp Host.

Do not build additional fire rings. Glass, aluminum, and food are prohibited in fire rings. Logs must fit within the fire ring. Chainsaws are not allowed. Fires must be extinguished completely with water and be cool to the touch before leaving campsite or going to bed.

Vehicles: One RV with tow per single site or one vehicle per tent site is included with reservation/camping fee. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle fee is per night per vehicle and is paid at the campground upon arrival. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur.

Falling object- don't linger under dead, cracked or broken branches. Run if you hear cracks or snapping from tree roots, trunks or branches (know that sometimes there is no sound and very little time to react). Report falling branches or trees to a Ranger.

Water disposal- do not dump grey water on the ground or at the water spigots.

All pets must be kept on a leash under their owners' control at all times while in the campground. Owners are responsible for any damage the pet causes. Aggressive pets may be asked to leave the campground for campers' safety and enjoyment.

Robinson Creek South Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Robinson Creek South Campground?

Robinson Creek South Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 21 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Robinson Creek South Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Robinson Creek South Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Robinson Creek South Campground have?

Robinson Creek South Campground has 21 campsites.

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