
Hayward Flat
Redding, California
Free — you'll pick up right here.
Conditions: Blocked
for campground, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 19 h ago · oldest 20 h
problem: Agency alerts
20 active alerts in Shasta-Trinity National Forest; most severe: Mud and Ash Creek Area and Road Closure
USFSPosted May 2, 2025 · checked 20 h ago
clear: Weather
Clear, high 68°F / low 68°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for campground
OpenWeather19 h ago
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Hayward Flat
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About this campground
Overview Hayward Flat is one of the most popular campgrounds on Trinity Lake, offering excellent lake access and plenty of shade from Ponderosa pines and Douglas firs. Located on one of the best arms of the lake for water skiing, Hayward is favored by visitors interested in water sports. Relics from the area's Placer mining history are scattered throughout the campground, with interpretive signs providing explanations. Recreation A boat ramp and marina are located 3 miles away, but mooring may be available at the campground. Popular activities include power and non-motorized boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing. Anglers can fish for catfish, as well as a variety of bass, trout and salmon. Facilities The 98-unit family campground is comprised of 5 loops. The Dogwood and Elderberry loops provide lake views and informal mooring for boats. Every campsite has a paved spur, table and campfire ring. Most campsites also provide a bear-proof food storage locker. Additional amenities include flush toilets and drinking water. The site also offers an amphitheater with educational interpretive programs offered seasonally. Program dates and times will be posted at the campground. Natural Features The Shasta-Trinity is the largest national forest in California with a diverse landscape ranging from 1,000 to 14,162 feet. The 2.1 million acre forest encompasses five wilderness areas, hundreds of mountain lakes and 6,278 miles of streams and rivers. Trinity Lake sits at an elevation of 2,370 feet and is surrounded by the Trinity Alps. Black bears are frequently spotted in the area, as well as bobcats, mountain lions and a variety of bird species. Nearby Attractions The nearby town of Weaverville is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This former mining town offers restaurants, shopping and self-guided walking tours.
Campsite info
- Sites
- 109
- Site types
- Rv, Tent
- Reservable
- Yes
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Facts about this campground
When to go
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Trinity Rvr Hatchery, CA weather station, 10 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan50° high33° low
- Feb56° high33° low
- Mar62° high35° low
- Apr68° high38° low
- May77° high44° low
- Jun86° high49° low
- Jul96° high54° low
- Aug94° high52° low
- Sep89° high46° low
- Oct76° high39° low
- Nov58° high36° low
- Dec48° high32° low
Where it is
- Weaverville Ranger District · Ranger district
- Shasta-Trinity National Forest · National forest
- Managed by
- Forest Service
Conditions
Active alerts for Shasta-Trinity National Forest as of Oct 9, 2026:
information · posted Oct 1, 2026
Mount Shasta-McCloud Seasonal Area and Road Closure
information · posted Sep 4, 2026
Bailey Cove Road Closure Order
caution · posted Sep 4, 2026
Panther Basin and Panther Meadows Area and Use Restrictions
information · posted Sep 2, 2026
Upper Ski Bowl Parking Restriction Order
information · posted Aug 28, 2026
information · posted Aug 24, 2026
Mt. Shasta Wilderness Area Restrictions
fire-restriction · posted Aug 24, 2026
caution · posted Aug 24, 2026
Mud and Ash Creek Area and Road Closure
critical · posted Aug 24, 2026
critical · posted Aug 24, 2026
Source: USFS forest alerts
Nearby
- Hayward Flat Cg-FCamping0.1 mi
- Alpine View CampgroundCamping0.9 mi
- Alpine View Cg-FCamping0.9 mi
- Bear Paw TrailHiking2.6 mi
- Minersville CampgroundSaltwater fishing2.7 mi
- Long CanyonHiking4.1 mi
- Granite PeakHiking4.1 mi
- Trinity Unit - National Recreation AreaLake fishing7.4 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
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