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For hikers heading north on the Pacific Crest Trail the Grider Creek Campground is the first glimpse of civilization in over 40 miles. Driving from Seiad is a little over 6 miles but this campground, deep in the forest, makes you feel like you are a million miles from anywhere. The dense forest along Grider Creek provides 10 secluded campsites for tents, small RV's and trailers. There are tables, fire rings and vault restrooms. Two adjoining large corrals will accommodate 4 horses that get along. Parking is also available for Day Use and horse trailers.
From Seiad Valley, CA, take State Rt. 96 east 1.1 miles to Grider Cr Rd. Turn right and immediately right again onto Grider Rd. and go 2.3 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left onto Grider Ck Rd. (Forest Service Rt. 46N66 - gravel) and go 2.3 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.1 miles to campground.
Long drive up. Lots of available firewood. Watched a tree break in half and come down 50' from campsites. Deer hoof found in the TH parking area. Not sure if it was lion or human predator. Either way, kind of creepy. Nice creek nearby.
