Sarah Totten Campground
Hamburg was named in 1851 by Sigmond Simon, a German miner who prospered in the mercantile business at Scott Bar. Hamburg boasted a population of 5000 around 1880. Hamburg Postmaster Dan Caldwell built the old store west of the campground along the highway in 1859. Caldwell's sister-in-law, Sarah Totten, operated the store/hotel until she died and it closed in 1930. Sarah owned property where the campground is located. She donated the land to the Forest Service on the condition they use it as a recreation area. It was named in her honor. Crumpled structures and rock foundations are all that remain of the Johnston's Store, Bailey Post Office, and Bucket of Blood Saloon. In Hamburg's prime, these establishments catered to wealthy fly fishermen and sportsmen, including Zane Grey.
Open mid-May through mid-October, check rec.gov for exact dates.
General Information
Open 24 hours/day
The 2 Group Camps are by reservation only at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777
America the Beautiful Senior Pass and Access Pass are honored at Curly Jack Campground. Information posted at the bulletin board at the entrance.
Dogs on leash only. Please clean up after your dog. Camping limit 14 days.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $10 per night
Group Site: $50 per night (up to 30 people)
Family Camp $10 per night, Group Camps $50 per night by reservation only at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777
For a list of outfitters and guides permitted by the US Forest Service to operate on the Klamath National Forest click here.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 41.78761157
Longitude: -123.0518106
Directions
From I-5 west on Hwy 96 approx 32 miles to the campground on the right. One mile before the town of Hamburg.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
