Nordheimer Group Campground
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Nordheimer Group Campground
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
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About this campground
Nestled within a tranquil Douglas-fir and hardwood forest, Nordheimer Group Campground offers the perfect basecamp for your next riverside adventure along the Wild and Scenic California Salmon River. This spacious group camping destination features four distinct sites, each with its own character. Sites A, B, and C welcome you with expansive grassy meadows encircled by towering forest, creating natural gathering spaces perfect for group activities and evening campfire stories. Site D takes the experience to another level, perched above the Salmon River with effortless access to crystal-clear waters that beckon swimmers and paddlers alike. Each site comes equipped with combination fire ring grills and picnic tables, while gravel roads and parking areas ensure easy access. Sites A, B, and C feature portable restroom facilities, while Site D boasts its own accessible vault restroom. Whether you're seeking heart-pumping whitewater rafting, peaceful kayaking excursions, scenic hiking trails, exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities, or thrilling mountain biking adventures, Nordheimer delivers an authentic Northern California outdoor experience.
Nordheimer Group Campground offers group-specific camping sites that cater to larger gatherings. Sites are spacious and secluded, with various amenities tailored to group needs.
Historical SignificanceThe lands surrounding Nordheimer Group Campground hold deep significance as the ancestral territory of indigenous peoples who have called the Salmon River watershed home for thousands of years. This region later became part of California's gold rush heritage, with miners and settlers drawn to the area's natural riches. Today, the campground serves as a gateway to understanding both the natural and cultural heritage of the Klamath Mountains region.
Weather and SeasonsExperience the diverse beauty of Northern California's seasonal transitions at Nordheimer. Spring brings wildflower blooms and rushing snowmelt that creates ideal rafting conditions. Summer offers warm, sun-drenched days perfect for swimming and riverside relaxation. Fall transforms the hardwood canopy into a spectacular display of golden hues, while winter's quiet months provide a peaceful retreat for hardy campers seeking solitude.
ElevationAt 900 feet above sea level, Nordheimer Group Campground enjoys a mild, lower-elevation climate that extends the camping season while still providing access to the dramatic mountain scenery of the surrounding Klamath range. This sweet-spot elevation means comfortable temperatures for most outdoor activities and protection from the more extreme weather found at higher altitudes.
Natural Features and SceneryThe campground's setting showcases the best of Northern California's mixed conifer forests, where majestic Douglas-firs tower above a diverse understory of native hardwoods including madrone, oak, and maple. The star attraction remains the Wild and Scenic California Salmon River, whose emerald pools and rushing rapids create an ever-changing aquatic playground just steps from your campsite. Morning mist often clings to the river valley, while afternoon sunlight filters through the forest canopy, creating a photographer's paradise. Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in frequent sightings of black bears, deer, river otters, and numerous bird species including bald eagles and osprey that patrol the river corridor.
Geological RegionNordheimer Group Campground sits within the ancient and geologically complex Klamath Mountains, where tectonic forces have created one of North America's most diverse geological regions. The surrounding landscape tells a story millions of years in the making, with exposed rock formations revealing the area's volcanic past and the Salmon River carving its course through resistant metamorphic rocks. This unique geology contributes to the region's exceptional biodiversity and creates the dramatic river canyons and forested slopes that make this area a recreational paradise.
Campsite details
AccessibilitySite D includes an accessible vault restroom, suggesting some level of accessibility for visitors with disabilities.
Sites SizeGroup sites are described as "spacious and secluded," with Sites A, B, and C featuring large grassy meadows and Site D overlooking the Salmon River.
Sites PrivacySites are described as "spacious and secluded," providing a degree of privacy. Site D, in particular, is noted for its scenic location overlooking the Salmon River.
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The campground specifically caters to group camping, with Sites A, B, C, and D designated as group sites. Site D is particularly noted for its scenic view and accessibility.
Tents
Tents are not allowed
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RV vehicles are not allowed
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Primitive are not allowed
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Accomodation available
GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.
Amenities available
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets
Activities you can enjoy
Nordheimer Group Campground offers a variety of recreational activities, particularly for outdoor enthusiasts. Guests can enjoy swimming/sunbathing, rafting, kayaking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and biking. Situated in the Salmon River whitewater area, the campground is especially popular for rafting during the spring season when water levels are high. Visitors can also explore remnants of historic mining operations and homesteading.
Hiking
Hiking opportunities are available, although specific trail details, such as length or difficulty, are not mentioned.Swimming
Swimming and sunbathing are popular activities, with easy access to the Salmon River, especially from Site D.Biking
Biking is listed as a popular activity; however, detailed descriptions of biking trails or terrain are not provided.Boating
Boating access to the Salmon River is available, particularly for 4x4 vehicles. Site D offers convenient access for boaters.Wildlife viewing
Wildlife viewing is highlighted as one of the popular activities, though specific species or viewing areas are not mentioned.Winter Activities
No information about winter activities is provided.Water Sports
Rafting and kayaking are popular water sports, particularly in the spring when water levels are ideal.Campground rules
- Pets are not allowed
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Humidity: 17%
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Wind: 13.2 mph
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Driving directionsLocated on Salmon River Road 14 miles east of Highway 96, at the 900 foot elevation.
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Last updated August 10, 2025