CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC✓ Reservable

Site A008 — CHILKOOT

CHILKOOT · California · Loop AREA CHILKOOT

Campsite A008 at CHILKOOT in California. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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37.36237, -119.54215
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at CHILKOOT

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High62°F
Avg Low47°F
Peak Rain Chance0%
Humidity38%
UV (avg)4
Today
⛅
Partly Cloudy
55°/42°
🌬 8mph
↑ 6:27 AM ↓ 4:55 PM
Fri
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Overcast
58°/49°
🌬 5mph
↑ 6:28 AM ↓ 4:55 PM
Sat
☁️
Overcast
67°/49°
🌬 10mph
↑ 6:29 AM ↓ 4:54 PM
Sun
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Overcast
66°/49°
🌬 8mph
↑ 6:30 AM ↓ 4:53 PM
Mon
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Overcast
66°/48°
🌬 8mph
↑ 6:31 AM ↓ 4:52 PM

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

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 8 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Photos from CHILKOOT

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

A brown and yellow Forest Sign for Chilkoot Campground on the Sierra National Forest
A brown and yellow Forest Sign for Chilkoot Campground on the Sierra National Forest — USFS

Booking Tips for Site A008

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 0:00 AM / 0:00 AM
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite A008?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

What hookups does site A008 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 0:00 AM. Check-out: 0:00 AM.