Tolkan Campground

27 reviews

Whitethorn, CA 95589, USA
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Tolkan Campground Introduce

Tolkan Campground offers a serene and secluded camping experience nestled in the forests of Whitethorn, CA. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers, this campground provides a quiet retreat for those looking to explore the great outdoors. With large campsites, clean vault toilets, and access to Paradise Royal mountain bike trail, Tolkan Campground is an ideal destination for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Tolkan Campground is located in bear country, so visitors are encouraged to be cautious and follow safety guidelines after sunset. The campground provides a rustic experience with no running water available on-site. Mosquitoes are present in abundance, so bug spray is recommended. Despite these challenges, the serene atmosphere and proximity to nature make Tolkan Campground a unique and memorable camping destination.

Secluded Location: Nestled in a dense forest with limited open views, offering a quiet and peaceful environment for campers.
Mountain Bike Trail: Access to the famous 11-mile single-track Paradise Royal trail, perfect for biking enthusiasts.
Creek Access: A short one-mile ride downhill from the campground leads to a nearby creek for additional outdoor activities.
Facilities: Clean vault toilets available on-site. No running water is provided.
Accessibility: Rough road requires caution, but accessible by vehicles with low clearance when driven slowly.

Tolkan Campground is highly regarded for its affordability at $8 per night and the availability of campsites even during peak times. While some visitors find the dense forest a bit spooky, others appreciate the quiet atmosphere and natural surroundings. The campground is particularly popular among mountain bikers due to its proximity to the Paradise Royal trail.

Details

Activities
Hiking

Amenities
Public restroom
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes

Parking
On-site parking

Pets
Dogs allowed

Location

California Humboldt County Whitethorn

Customer Reviews

4.0

27 reviews

Erin Carroll

Aug 17, 2024

Campsites are nice and large and bathrooms are fine, but lots of mosquitoes. My wife found this place a bit spooky because of the dense forest and no open views. The real reason to camp here is to ride Paradise Royal mountain bike trail, it’s a perfect 11 mile single track trail! If you want to go down to the creek it’s about a one mile ride downhill to the creek.

Yiara Rindelaub

Jul 19, 2023

Nice secluded campground. Rough road for about 30 minutes but we did it with a Toyota Corolla with low clearance and it was fine, simply driving slowly. We arrived there early but they were many available spots even later on. Bear country so make sure to be in your tent by sunset, as people are very quiet from that time. No running water. Clean vault toilets. Mosquitoes (many). Very quiet. 8 dollars per night.

Barb B

Jun 24, 2023

Nice quiet and secluded. Be careful driving the roads coming in have steep hills and there is a 4 mile dirt road going to the campground which is only wide enough for one car in some spots. No water, no electricity. Quiet time starts at 10 pm.

Stephanie Gwinn

Jul 18, 2022

Nice quiet place in the woods. Beautiful surroundings. Not much to do except mountain bike (GREAT spot for that!). Road in was bumpy but totally doable in a regular sedan. There is no water, just vault toilets and bear-proof garbage bins. Sites were maintained and wept clean of debris so we felt comfortable building a fire.

Colleen Goodrich

Aug 27, 2020

This place is wonderful. The mountain bike trails run right out of the campground, and there is a well maintained skill park as well. Pit toilets, garbage cans, no water. Verizon cell phone service. About 15 minutes into Shelter Cove. Love it!