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Salmon/Scott River Ranger District

Fort Jones, California · Siskiyou County · Facility

Water activities, boating, floating and swimming abound on the two Wild and Scenic Rivers of the Salmon and the Scott.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Salmon/Scott River Ranger District

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High91°F
Avg Low54°F
Peak Rain Chance0%
Humidity34%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality54 · Moderate
Today
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Clear
93°/57°
🌬 13mph
5:58 AM8:37 PM
Sat
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Clear
87°/60°
🌬 14mph
5:59 AM8:36 PM
Sun
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Clear
92°/56°
🌬 12mph
6:00 AM8:35 PM
Mon
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Clear
92°/47°
🌬 11mph
6:01 AM8:34 PM
Tue
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Clear
91°/49°
🌬 12mph
6:02 AM8:33 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Salmon/Scott River Ranger District

Water activities, boating, floating and swimming abound on the two Wild and Scenic Rivers of the Salmon and the Scott.

How to Get There

From Yreka take State Hwy 3 south approx 15 miles to Fort Jones. The Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office is located at 11263 N Hwy 3 in Fort Jones California at the intersection with Scott River Road.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Salmon/Scott River Ranger District

Heading to Salmon/Scott River Ranger District? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Salmon/Scott River Ranger District?

No central reservation system listed for Salmon/Scott River Ranger District. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234991) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Salmon/Scott River Ranger District?

From Yreka take State Hwy 3 south approx 15 miles to Fort Jones. The Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office is located at 11263 N Hwy 3 in Fort Jones California at the intersection with Scott River Road.