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Hayward Flat

Hayward FlatPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
109
sites
Apr–May, Oct–Nov
best months

Is Hayward Flat open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Shasta-Trinity National Forest. It doesn't name Hayward Flat, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 109 sites for RV and tent campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 2,423 ft
  • Near ReddingWeaverville Ranger District · Shasta-Trinity National Forest

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.

  • Best time to go · Apr–May, Oct–Nov

    Best time to visit Hayward Flat

    Best months: April–May and October–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      50° / 33°

      15 wet

    2. Feb

      56° / 33°

      13 wet

    3. Mar

      62° / 35°

      13 wet

    4. Apr

      68° / 38°

      10 wet

    5. May

      77° / 44°

      7 wet

    6. Jun

      86° / 49°

      3 wet

    7. Jul

      96° / 54°

      1 wet

    8. Aug

      94° / 52°

      1 wet

    9. Sep

      89° / 46°

      2 wet

    10. Oct

      76° / 39°

      5 wet

    11. Nov

      58° / 36°

      11 wet

    12. Dec

      48° / 32°

      14 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Trinity Rvr Hatchery, CA, 10.3 mi away at 1,861 ft. The station sits about 600 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Hayward Flat

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