Ruth Lake Campground 12200 Mad River Rd, Mad River, CA 95552 ☎ +17075746196 Last Updated: 12/18/2024 | |
Ruth Lake, located in southern Trinity County, California, offers several camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. Over half a dozen campgrounds and day use picnic areas with facilities are conveniently located around the lake, most with beach access. | |
Ruth Lake itself is 2,654 feet above sea level at the spillway, while the surrounding South Fork Mountain Range rises to over 6,000 feet. The climate is warm and dry during the summers with daytime temperatures in the 80s and 90s. Spring and fall days tend to be mild and cool with occasional snow and frosty, cold nights. Annual precipitation averages about 60” with the majority falling October thru April. Heavy snowfalls are uncommon below 3000’ but the mountains around Ruth Lake receive substantial snow. The air is crystal clear throughout most of the year. |
Mad River Place » City Mad River is a small unincorporated community in Trinity County, Northern California. It is nestled in a remote and picturesque area of the state, surrounded by rugged mountains and dense forests, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Its population is 361 as of the 2020 census, down from 420 from the 2010 census. 5 views 💖 1California |