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Shell Gulch Campground

3 Reviews
CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Shell Gulch Campground is located near Hayfork in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The terrain consists of forested areas with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer, and nearby attractions include Trinity Lake and the Trinity Alps Wilderness.

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Location

Shell Gulch Campground is located in California

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Directions

From Hwy 3 in Hayfork, take County Road 302 (Wildwood Road) for 7 miles.

Coordinates

40.47000054 N
123.06 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Tent Cabin

Features

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  • Trash
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

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3 Reviews

DirtyMountainBoy A.
Reviewed May. 17, 2021

Small and right off the road

Just a couple sites and some trash cans , this wildwood area is super nice there are lots of caves and rock formations. Natural bridge is 5 miles or so up the road to the left.I definitely have to go there !

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DirtyMountainBoy A.
Reviewed May. 17, 2021

Small But Beautiful

Just a couple of sites right off of Wildwood road . Nice creek and there is a fish ladder just down the way . In the heart of grow land so don’t wander to far !

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Shell Gulch Campground is a small, primitive camping area located off Wildwood Road. It features just a couple of camping sites with a large turnaround area for vehicles. The campground sits alongside a nice creek that includes a fish ladder nearby, which may be of interest to fishing enthusiasts. The surrounding Wildwood area offers natural attractions including caves and interesting rock formations. Natural Bridge is located approximately 5 miles up the road to the left and makes for a worthwhile side trip. Be aware that the campground is situated in an area known for cannabis cultivation, so visitors should stick to designated public areas and trails when exploring.

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