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"The beach is sectioned off for social distancing. The camp sites are in the tall pine trees just steps away from the lake. I come back every year! Swimming in the lake is great!"
"I have been to many lakes in northern California but nothing as perfect as this place. I accidentally booked a spot here at Siskiyou but meant to go to lake Shasta and boy was luck on my side!!!"
"Most of the campsites have nice views of the mountains that surround the lake. Some walk-in campsites are located close to the lake. "
"There is a paved path way from the campground/parking lot to the lake. The path leads to a fishing ramp that has a short wall that is right next to the lake. There is also a small "beach.""
$30 - $60 / night
"The tent only section is nicely tucked away from the RV sites. Nice for a campervan, but no hookups. Great views of Shasta and the cheapest option in Weed, it seems."
"First of all, a quaint little park tucked into a wooded valley in Weed, CA.(just north of Mt. Shasta)."
"it was hot and smokey from the carr fire when we visited but it was pretty nice. we wanted to spread a little trail magic on the pct while we were there and hopefully helped out a few people."
"Shower tokens can be purchased at Ray's Market, located a few blocks away. Restrooms are open to the public. There is a charging station and hiker's box that was full of good stuff."
$66 - $149 / night
"For once a KOA not next to a freeway. Off the beaten path for a change. Nice grounds. I'm in a basic cabin. It's basic. No ac just a ceiling fan. Nice small queen bed with linens."
"Nothing fancy schmancy, but roomy and woodsy, and convenient for our drive down California. :) highly recommend!"
$110 - $225 / night
"Ripple Creek Cabins are located about an hour north of Weaverville, along the upper Trinity River. Each cabin is self contained and comes with cooking utensils, linens, towels, and full kitchens."
$15 / night
"It's in the middle of nowhere which is a huge plus for some but no stores nearby if you forgot something."
ScoutThis spot is great, plenty of space, quiet, great views of Mount Shasta, easy to access. Lots of spots tucked away to park next to, and even more tent spots you can walk to hidden just off the drivable areas. Saw about 5 people camping around us, mostly in cars with tents and some vans. There’s more than enough room for many people. There’s also a small creek you can bushwhack to to the east, and castle lake is a 30 min walk up the road.
I would probably not recommend with a trailer. I made it down with my Tacoma and a 12ft travel trailer but it was a stretch. Super easy to get in, but took a long time to turn around and get back out. Anything bigger than and you’re probably stuck. Other than that it’s perfect!
GuidePlease pack In and pack out. This is considered a sacred space by many with breathtaking views through the trees of mount shasta. 10/10 would recommend staying here if you don’t mind roughing it
ScoutThe tent only section is nicely tucked away from the RV sites. Nice for a campervan, but no hookups. Great views of Shasta and the cheapest option in Weed, it seems. There is a bit of noise from the highway.
GuideWe showed up on a Saturday night not expecting to find anything. Ended up getting what I believe was the best spot in the campground, 71. Talked to a neighbor and she said there was a big party there but they left that morning. Steep walk down to the lake but so worth it. The camp host talked to our neighbor for over an hour which seemed a little weird but I’m very introverted lol. This was definitely one of my favorite spots.
TravelerDidn’t see anyone on a Thursday night. July 18, 2025
TravelerNestled among the trees, this campground was delightful! We checked in early (sorry we forgot to call!!) so the campground was fairly empty which made getting into our site C-5 a little easier as the turns were just a bit tight in our 43’ motorhome with toad. Yes, the sites are mostly dirt and rock but our site was level and that is a big plus!! We could hear some traffic noise but not a problem for us. It was quite warm when we were here so did not make use of the hiking trails or other amenities. They also have eggs for sale which we did not need but would have purchased. The chicken coup was super cute with its trailers housing the chickens and roosters. We would definitely visit again. We found the host, Jay very helpful!
RangerMy second time here...dunno why I didn't review it on the first.
Mid-July and a main gateway to the Trinity Alps, I figured this place would be fairly busy. Exact opposite!! Not a soul in camp & very few cars at the trailhead parking lot (about a mile up the road). There are 8 spots, 4 fairly close to a parking 'slot', 4 that you can park in an open area and walk to (at most 10-15 yards away). There is one pit building with 4 toilets, 2 men/women. There were trash/recycling receptacles. All spots had fire rings/picnic tables, several had bear boxes. There was NO cell service (Verizon & T-Mobile). With temps into the high 90s, the jewel of this camp was Canyon Creek. The color of this creek was the most beautiful gray/blue I had seen. Crystal clear water at a refreshing mid-60s? temperature. With a hot summer day...it was perfect!!
TravelerAbsolutely beautiful and spacious. It was a little hard to find, but granted we showed up in the middle of the night so I added to the struggle. There is a picnic table and a campfire pit to designate the camp spot, which was nice. The table at the spot was a little bit eroded, but nothing we couldn’t handle. There is a beautiful little creek right next to the campsite.
The only negative I would say is that the first night at about 3 AM we heard some random gunshots go off and a chainsaw And then about an hour later, someone walked up to our campsite, which was a little sketchy, but overall, we were OK.
I will also say that there is a beehive right above the campsite that we were at so the bees did go a little crazy, but we did not get stung and my dog was OK
The road to get up there is a bit overgrown and there’s a lot of potholes so just keep that in mind
We did have a few deer walking through our campsite through the middle of the night, and my dog loved chasing them away
ScoutWhat a beautiful spot here. The Campground is well groomed and maintained. Super clean and our hosts were fantastic. Jay and Karen are very friendly and helpful. The vibe is"cozy" and tucked away in the forest. With a golf course down the street and amazing views of Mt Shasta, Weed is a hidden gem. Rates were super competitive. Their store offers things you need and some special, fun things you may not. Highly recommend. We will be back.
Camping near Callahan, California, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Callahan, California, has something for everyone. With beautiful landscapes, friendly campgrounds, and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot for your next outdoor adventure.
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According to TheDyrt.com, Callahan, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 241 campgrounds and RV parks near Callahan, CA and 18 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Callahan, CA is Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort with a 4.5-star rating from 33 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 free dispersed camping spots near Callahan, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Callahan, CA that allow camping, notably Klamath National Forest and Six Rivers National Forest.
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