Dillon Creek Campground, Somes Bar, CA

Dillon Creek Campground is located in the Ukonom Ranger District, Six Rivers National Forest (2 hrs 6 min south of Grants Pass, OR) with an elevation of 882 feet. There are a total of 21 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 35 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. There is a fee of $10.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include fishing, floating sports.

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Campsite Reviews (24)

3.3 out of 5

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@ElaineC4172EB3 · Camped on Jun 25, 2024 at Campsite #16

There were also 4-5 Forest Service (FS) employees there overnight.The paths leading to the creek and rapids below were flanked with poison ivy EVERYWHERE! Sad if FS employees dont ensure safe foliage surroundings for campers.NEXT, I was eaten alive by mosquitos, even though spraying myself with Off.. I finally stayed in our camper until it was time to leave. I HATED BEING THERE!!

@JamesB7853748 · Camped on Aug 6, 2023 at Campsite #19

Hot , very dusty, tons of meat bees, mosquitos gallore. There friday - Monday. Never saw a maintenace staff person. All toilet paper gone on Satureday, and garbage piled high by sunday. Oh and no water BYO.The only saving grace is that the swimming hole is beautifuland relaxing.

@Rickp8849110 · Camped on Jul 29, 2023 at Campsite #21

No water, Notification sent out 2days after my arrival date.

@LexS6494C6F5A4 · Camped on Jun 30, 2023 at Campsite #4

This whole area is breathtaking! The Klamath river is crystal clear and there are multiple trails leading to swimming holes along it from the campground. It is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been swimming. The water was so invigorating and refreshing. The campground is very clean - we saw someone come to service and clean the trash and restrooms each day of our visit. In the summer the mosquitoes are relentless. You WILL need spray with some deet in it. Our deet-free citronella spray was utterly useless and we all went home with over 50 bites each, no exaggeration. On our last night we acquired deet spray and noticed they still hovered all around us, but weren’t biting. Consider bringing a shelter with bug screens if you have access to one, as they love to swarm around your face while cooking and eating. Again, this whole area is stunning. The land is stewarded by the indigenous locals of the Karuk tribe, and you can see the harmony of their relationship to the land in the beauty surrounding you. If you need any supplies, head to Somes Bar (about 15 miles south of Dillon Creek Campground) and go to Salmon Creek Outpost. The store is owned and operated by indigenous locals who are very friendly, helpful, and offer a great selection. They even had good produce and fresh high quality meats available.

@MariaS7121961 · Camped on Jul 29, 2022 at Campsite #4

We had to leave cause the neighbors had taken over the campsite to the edge of ours. Plus the heat, the mosquitos, the barking dogs and the loudness were unbearable.

@AdamC4960911 · Camped on Aug 16, 2021 at Campsite #20

Why do you not refund people when there is a mudslide/fires all around. Horrible service and will never return.

@AdamC339 · Camped on Aug 16, 2021 at Campsite #20

Why do you not refund people when there is a mudslide/fires all around. Horrible service and will never return.

@JulieA878 · Camped on Aug 14, 2021 at Campsite #16

We grew up in Happy Camp and plan a trip to Dillion every year. Despite the excessive wildfire smoke, our site was clean, the bathrooms were clean. There was some trash at the swimming holes, but we totally understand that it is out of the realm of what the FS can control. Praying our happy place doesn’t burn.

@JulieA1729459 · Camped on Aug 14, 2021 at Campsite #16

@Jacquelin18568 · Camped on Aug 12, 2021 at Campsite #4

Nearest smallest town for supplies is about 25 - 30 miles away in Happy Camp and 1.5 - 2 hours from Yreka, CA. We thought we had packed enough mosquito supplies but after arriving, nothing worked so we had to go back into Yreka the next day for more mosquito repellent supplies. There is no cellular service with Verizon Wireless or AT&T through our new vehicle (necessary when you find out last minute that the McCash Fire is just over the ridge). The hike down to the river across the road was easy even as a luscious person (bigger person). There is blue and green algae in the river nearby so you cannot take a dip unless you'd like to be hospitalized hours away from the nearest one. The bathrooms were clean, no official wash station so bring your own soap, towels, and spray if you've got a family who lights up the bathroom like an atomic bomb. There are campfire pits and full-length tables at each camping spot.

@JacquelineI880 · Camped on Aug 12, 2021 at Campsite #4

@jasonl959 · Camped on Jul 30, 2021 at Campsite #2

The road that goes between Happy Camp and 199 was closed and is the only reasonable option between the campground and the redwoods. I couldn't use the site for the purpose of seeing the redwoods as intended. When I made the reservation the site identified that it's close to redwoods national park but with that road closed it's not close. You need to go to Yreka, I-5 north to Medford/Grant pass then take 199 into the redwoods.

@jasonl2729902 · Camped on Jul 30, 2021 at Campsite #2

@ChristineK9918 · Camped on Aug 28, 2020 at Campsite #13

Very nice campground, bathroom not so nice and very dark. TONS of mosquitoes, swarms and swarms and swarms. Big space. The creek down a 5 minute trail is GORGEOUS

@KarlaD8937548 · Camped on Aug 28, 2020 at Campsite #10

Beautiful place. I arrived much later than my reservation but a sign with my name was clear and easy to find. Will be back!

@ChristineK764 · Camped on Aug 28, 2020 at Campsite #13

Very nice campground, bathroom not so nice and very dark. TONS of mosquitoes, swarms and swarms and swarms. Big space. The creek down a 5 minute trail is GORGEOUS

@KarlaD688 · Camped on Aug 28, 2020 at Campsite #10

Beautiful place. I arrived much later than my reservation but a sign with my name was clear and easy to find. Will be back!

@ScottB370 · Camped on Jul 12, 2020 at Campsite #19

Dillon Creek is a nice quiet campground near the Klamath River. We swam in the crystal clear cold water of the creek. Be aware of the mosquitoes in the summer though.

@scottb3088469 · Camped on Jul 12, 2020 at Campsite #19

Dillon Creek is a nice quiet campground near the Klamath River. We swam in the crystal clear cold water of the creek. Be aware of the mosquitoes in the summer though.

@KaijaO1757557 · Camped on Sep 15, 2019 at Campsite #18

There are a variety of campsite layouts to choose from. Some are right up against the campground road, and others are tucked into the trees and right on the edge of the steep slope above the creek. I highly recommend taking the short trail down to the creek while you are there for a relaxing sit by beautiful emerald waters.

@KaijaO977 · Camped on Sep 15, 2019 at Campsite #18

@AlanM103 · Camped on Sep 13, 2019 at Campsite #19

We had a wonderful time. Great swimming hole in Dillon Ck. We'll be back!

@AlanM7819579 · Camped on Sep 13, 2019 at Campsite #19

We had a wonderful time. Great swimming hole in Dillon Ck. We'll be back!

@EmilyB266 · Camped on Aug 4, 2019 at Campsite #19

You could hear the river rushing from the campsite, very quiet and peaceful.

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