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Wailaki Campground

Campground in Humboldt County, California. Run by Bureau of Land Management.

At a glance

OperatorBureau of Land Management
Capacity13 (OpenStreetMap "capacity" tag; may count sites or people)
Drinking waterNo
FeeYes
Phone(707) 986-5400
Websitewww.blm.gov/visit/wailaki-campground
ReservationsNot reservable on Recreation.gov (first come, first served). Recreation.gov listing

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About Wailaki Campground

CAMPGROUND DETAILS • 13 campsites • Wheelchair accessible • Group site available on first come first serve basis • Fire rings, picnic tables, bear-proof trash cans, vault toilets •Trailhead for the Bear Creek Nature Trail which connects to Wailaki Campground • Trailhead alternative for the Chemise Mountain Trail No OHV access. NO HOOK-UPS. NO POTABLE WATER Wailaki Campground is located just off of Shelter Cove Road, a short drive from the town of Shelter Cove. Surrounded by old growth firs, brimming with native flora this is the ideal spot for those looking for solitude and relaxation.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Wailaki Campground is in Humboldt County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.