Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Description : At an elevation of 3700 feet, this is one of two developed campgrounds on the Upper McCloud River. There are 27 sites with tables and fire rings, vault toilets, and piped drinking water. Suitable for tents and larger RV's or trailers. Double sites for large families or small groups. 14 day limit. $15 per night. No reservations. Features : The Upper McCloud River is one of the primary attractions in the area. In addition to swimming and fishing, there is 15 miles of river-side trail to explore. Cattle Camp Swimming Hole is a Day Use Area, no Camping. Please do not dam up the river with rocks, this prevents the natural flow of the McCloud River and encourages algae growth in the swimming hole when the water is low. 

Cattle Camp Campground

Description : Located on the Upper McCloud River at an elevation of 3800 feet, this is a small undeveloped camping area with 8 user-created sites and a vault toilet. No drinking water. No fee. Features : Algoma is the terminus of the McCloud River Trail, a distance of 12 miles from Lower Falls. This area receives less traffic than the more popular McCloud River Loop, offering a quieter riverside camping experience.

Algoma Campground

This is a group Campsite for parties ranging from 2-35. It is a developed campground with tables, fire pits, restroom with vault toilet and garbage pick up. The rate is $30 per night and can be reserved on recreation.gov or reserveamerica.com only. Permitted campers at this site must stay within site boundaries and not spill over into the day use area. Behind the group camp site the Camp 4 day use area is open to the public. Hours are from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. There is NO camping allowed in this area. Please do not dam up the river, it must flow to remain healthy. For more information please call the District Office at 530-964-2184

Camp 4 Group Campsite and Day Use Area

Fowlers Campground is located on the Upper McCloud River five miles east of McCloud, California. The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer and oak woodland. The campground offers paved parking spurs, running water and vault restrooms. Recreation A river-side trail from the campground provides access to the falls. It is approximately three miles round trip to see all three. Swimming and fishing are other popular activities. This section of river has no special restrictions for fishing. The McCloud River Loop, a paved road approximately 10 miles in length provides access to the Middle Falls and Upper Falls parking lots and overlooks if you do not wish to hike the trail. Facilities The campground has 35 regular campsites and two double campsites with tables, fire-rings, vault toilets and piped drinking water. Some sites are equipped with bear resistant food storage lockers. Sites are suitable for tents and mid-sized RVs or trailers. Large RVs are not recommended. Campground is typically staffed with a resident host. Natural Features Fowlers Campground is located on the eastside of majestic Mt. Shasta (14,179 foot summit) at an elevation of 3,300 feet. This area is at the southern tip of the Cascade Mountain Range. The area hosts abundant botanical and wildlife species. This campground is mostly known for the nearby McCloud River waterfalls. The McCloud Falls can be accessed via the McCloud River Trail or by road. The waterfalls vary in height from 15 to 50 feet. Nearby Attractions The Lower, Middle and Upper McCloud water falls, Lakin Dam Fishing Area, Cattle Camp Swimming Hole, McCloud Reservoir, Medicine Lake Highlands and the towns of McCloud (10 mins.) and Mt. Shasta (20 mins.) are nearby. Charges & Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy ADA Access: N

Fowlers Campground

Happy Camping! Our campgrounds are open and are very popular already! Are you interested in camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, boating, picnicing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, or sight seeing? The choices for recreation are almost unlimited on the McCloud District. During the late spring, summer and early fall, the McCloud Area offers fishing, hunting, swimming, camping, hiking, photography oppurtunities, and spectacular scenery. During the winter months, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, snow- shoeing, hunting, fishing, and downhill skiing are the top ranking outdoor opportunities. The Pilgrim Creek Snowmobile Park has vault toilets, a warming hut, and miles of groomed trails for your use. There are a number of developed campgrounds and day use facilities located along the scenic McCloud River, that includes Fowlers, Cattle Camp, and Camp 4. Fowlers CG has 31 reservation only and 8 first come, first served sites. (All walk-in until May 15th) Camp 4 is a reservation only group campground. You can reserve a site at recreation.gov. There is a 14 day stay limit at our campgrounds. Cattle Camp is first come first served. The McCloud River parallels Highway 89 from its source near Dead Horse Summit to Fowlers Campground. There it turns south and continues through private property to the McCloud Reservoir. At the "Res" as it is known locally, the river again flows through National Forest lands to a point several miles below AhDiNa Campground, plus several other areas downstream to the Nature Conservancy's McCloud River Preserve. From here, the river passes through mostly private property and public access from the banks is extremely limited until the river enters the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. Another popular camping option on your National Forest is the dispersed camping option. You may camp anywhere on NF land unless designated otherwise for 14 days in any given spot and up to 30 days. You may not disperse camp on the McCloud River Loop area, see map. 

McCloud Area Recreation

McCloud RV Resort

Welcome to The Healing Place!

We are Hypnotherapists, Spiritual healers and own 20 majestic acres in McCloud, Ca with spectacular Mount Shasta views. We host CE5 events, Drum/Meditation Circles and Spirit Photography. We will let all guests that book know what events we are holding beforehand. I start with this, hoping to attract LikeMinds, Spiritual Wanders and Nature lovers. We just hosted Reuben Langdon and Bill Homann and his Mitchell- Hedges crystal skull for a new Tv Docu Series on Gaia Tv, this place holds special energy.

We are 6 miles to McCloud reservoir, 5 mins to town, 15 mins to McCloud Falls, and 20 mins to Mount Shasta. We have Kayaks available, ask for more info.

The Listing: We offer a 20ft Dome made by Pacific Domes located near our year-round creek. The Dome is private and has a composting Nature Head toilet outside near the Dome, for privacy. The outdoor shower is located up near the main house but tucked away in the forest for privacy. Guests in the dome have the restroom and shower to themselves. Please be mindful of our neighbors as you drive onto Circle Seven Rd, the speed limit is 10mph and we really honor our neighbors.

The Dome has electric, a beautiful chandelier with a Queen pillowtop mattress, super soft and cozy linens, Kitchen bar that includes a French Press, Hot water Kettle and Decanter with the healing Shasta waters. Two bedside lamps have usb chargers, a hammock (feel free to move hammock outside, too) a coat rack to place your shoes. (please remove shoes upon entering)

NO Wi-Fi, NO tv but you may choose to bring your iPad or phone for enjoyment, as cell service works well. We have Att and it's all we use for internet. No cooktop, or microwave so plan to eat out during your stay. I will let you know about all the great spots around to dine at, and also let you know the sacred spots and adventures. Corey, my other half, gives tours so If you have any questions and that means for anything, please text me and ill be happy to assist.

As much as we love kids and pets, we have a firm adult only policy, as we have so much wildlife around, and kids will be awfully tempted to climb the dome.

No fires, no exceptions. No BBQ or cooking. We are really trying to minimize the fire dangers here, as it has gotten really close throughout these last few years.

This place is a great spot for people to be one with nature, on sacred land, that love luxury camping. The compost toilet is super easy to use and not so bad, either! The outdoor shower hot water lasts for 20 mins and takes 20 mins to warm back up. we will provide all homemade organic soaps and towels. Please use natural based products in the shower.

Your privacy is important to us, so other than checking you in and showing you around, you probably wont see me. Know that I'm just a text away! I am also a long time vacation rental host, and grew up in Clayton, Ca on my families recreational park so its deep in my roots. We are planning on adding a massive Greenhouse and other unique units all over to host many like minds.

We are Looking forward to hosting you!



The Healing Place

Friday's RV Retreat

The dirt access road from Lake McCloud is very rough and rocky. Low clearance vehicles, trailers, and RVs are not advised.

Ah-Di-Na Campground

Description : This is a walk-in campground located near timberline on Mt. Shasta at 7500 feet. There are 15 sites, all within a short walk of your vehicle. Tables, fire-rings, and vault toilet. Bring your own water or purify the creek water nearby. 3 day limit. No fee. No reservations. Self-register on site. Usually opens around July 1st, depending on winter snowpack, and closes November 1st. Features : Highest campground on the mountain with open views and vistas. There are two small sub-alpine heather meadows a short distance from the campground. Because of the fragile nature of the meadows, great care must be given by all who visit not to incur damage. In recent years, a major effort has been made by local tribes, volunteers, and the Forest Service to re-vegetate the native species and improve the trail system to minimize erosion.

Panther Meadows Walk-In Campground

Bunny Flat Trailhead

National Forest

Beautiful 

Camped for 2 nights here. The campsite was great - good fire pit, seclusion, .3mi walk to the mccloud swimming hole with a rope swing, and bathrooms available. 

2 nights next to mccloud!

Sites are spread out, very clean in a nice forest.
Chipmunks are cute and respectful.
Very beautiful campground 


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