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National Park Service

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area

Overview

This campground is located in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area,19 miles west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. You can hear the waters of Brandy Creek from each campsite. Brandy Creek Trail passes nearby the campground and leads to a lovely series of waterfalls. The cool, clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake provide endless water activities. The picturesque mountain setting and extensive forested backcountry offer ample opportunities for hiking and biking.

Recreation

During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. Year round, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, gold panning, fishing and picnicking attract visitors. Hunting is allowed in the appropriate season.

Facilities

Natural Features

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is located where the Klamath Mountains, Cascade and Coast Mountain Ranges, and the Sacramento Valley meet, creating a wide variety of wildlife and landscapes.

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For facility specific information, please call (530) 246-1225.

Nearby Attractions

Brandy Creek Beach is located two miles south of the campground and features sandy beaches, a large swimming area, picnicking and barbecuing facilities. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, there are showers, a store with food and supplies and rentals of paddle boards and kayaks.

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Location

Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area is located in California

Directions

From Interstate 5 in Redding, CA, drive 10 miles west on Highway 299. Turn left on Kennedy Memorial Drive and follow it for 5.4 miles to Brandy Creek Road. Turn left and follow Brandy Creek Road for 1.2 miles to the entrance to the campground on the right-hand side of the road. Site #1 will be immediately to the left. Site #2 will be to the right down the driveway.

Address

PO Box 188
Whiskeytown, CA 96095

Coordinates

40.6013889 N
122.5825 W

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Access

Drive-In
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WiFi
Good
Verizon
Available
AT&T
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T-Mobile
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Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups

Chris

Traveler

Reviewed Apr. 29, 2022

Amazing views over the lake

Great views with basic facilities. Will be back.

SiteBC1

Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area has water hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area?

Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 25 feet.

Are fires allowed at Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Brandy Creek Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area does not have wifi.

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