3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort's pet-friendly accommodations include tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping options. Pets are welcome at this Mount Shasta establishment with full hookups, electric service, and shower facilities. Trailer Lane Campground in Weed similarly accommodates dogs with 27 sites offering electric, water, and sewer connections. Scott Mountain Campground provides a more rustic pet-friendly experience with fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets. Reviews indicate the mountain lake settings throughout the region provide excellent opportunities for dogs to cool off during summer visits. Mount Shasta City KOA Holiday maintains clean facilities with amenities beneficial for pet owners including spacious sites and trash collection services.
Dogs easily access numerous trails and water features throughout the area, making these some of the most practical dog-friendly campgrounds in Northern California. The Trinity River flows past several pet-friendly campgrounds, offering cooling swimming opportunities during warmer months. Kangaroo Lake Campground features a paved pathway from the camping area to the lake, providing accessible routes for walking dogs. Veterinary services are limited in this remote region, so travelers should bring pet medications and first aid supplies. Many campgrounds implement standard National Forest pet policies requiring leashes no longer than 6 feet in developed areas. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs, with hosts addressing excessive noise. The Eagle Creek campground area showcases stunning mountain views with multiple creekside sites where leashed pets can access water.
"The views were unbeatable and extensive trails right from camp kept me happy."
"Most of the campsites have nice views of the mountains that surround the lake. Some walk-in campsites are located close to the lake. "
"We highly recommend this campground as they have all the amenities…a general store, boat rental, cabin rental, activities for the kiddos, a dog park and pub."
"Shasta was just around the corner from our site. Very clean, family/pet friendly, hiking, fishing, and swimming! Overall a wonderful stay!"
"The campground is fun, has some outdoor games, a small dog park, and a community fire pit. And visiting the goats and chickens was definitely a bonus!"
"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."
Available this weekend
from $30 - $60 / night
"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."
from $50 / night
"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."
"Trail Creek runs through the back of the campground and is beautiful!"
"Pool, game room, shuffle board, basketball court and off leash dog park. Lots of trees in the sites great for hammocking (in the tent sites). I would definitely stay here again."
"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."
from $66 - $149 / night
"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."
"Cannot hear water the other person mentioned but also haven't walked down the road yet. 3 or 4 rigs down close by. I am in a level spot but nowhere to walk except road from here. Again, great view."
"Great location and spacious. Gorgeous Views Of Mount Shasta. Within Walking Distance To Restaurants And Convenience Store. Clean And Remodeled Restrooms/Showers. New Pet Areas"
"We had requested a pull-through and at first I was a little disappointed to find that our spot was right next to the entry road. "
from $40 / night
GuideThe north side of Mount Shasta in the Trinity national Forest at these GPS coordinates 41.52034° N, 122.24421° W. Boondocking off of dirt roads and Open land. No facilities, just beautiful views and peaceful. Update— there is a freight train that runs frequently through this area approximately 5 miles away., So at times the peacefulness is broken by the sound of the train whistle.
RangerHere are the correct coordinates: 40°46'48.5"N 123°07'43.7"W It sits 1 hr and 15 mins from Redding
ScoutThis is a nice campground IF you are not traveling solo or the only camper spending the night. The campsites are nicely spaced and some have privacy walls to separate them. The bathrooms are spacious. However, I would not stay here alone as we did, because as the host (who was very kind while we paid for our campsite) mentioned, local "tweakers" like to frequent the river below and sometimes find the path up to the campground. I believe we were in spot 5, and around dusk, a strange woman emerged from the trees at our site and we were uncomfortable continuing to stay, since we were not sure of her state and whether she or others would continue to disturb us or want to investigate our site as she was looking at others.
RangerQuiet, fcfs, self check-in envelops at the entrance. Vault toilets (2) and a hand water pump. Direct access to MTB trails and short drive to the town.
TravelerWe did work for the new owners they were just awesome to say the least. Looking forward to staying with them as guest next time around.
TravelerWe camped in the rv campground and it was basically just a parking lot. The price was decent ($30 a night) but we had to pay for a park pass on top of that ($25 for a week). They had showers, but they cost a quarter per minute. The lake was nice, but it was a bit of a walk from the rv parking.
GuideWe stayed two nights here and were able to walk to the Apple harvest festival across the street. You are definitely packed in here but the park is really nice. We stayed in spot 29.
These spots seem to have shade all day long: 25-34 47-70
Spots we saw that we would like to stay in next time: 18, 19, 83A, 113
Also good: 80-83 and 105-113
36-47 have no shade in the afternoon/early evening
The bathrooms were old but clean. I wish the outdoor cooking facilities were better maintained. I’m not quite sure they are usable, but my husband says they are.
We definitely will return to this Park. I appreciate the tight ship they run. We let them know that our cable box was broken when we arrived, and even though we don’t use the cable, they had somebody there within five minutes to fix it. Strict 10pm quiet rule, which I also appreciated. Some highway noise, but it was not that bad. The little town of McCloud is so very cute and easily walkable. We recommend Sage for a fancy dinner.
TravelerI showed up for a first come first served site. It wasn’t clear when I drove in that you can look at the dates on the reservation tags and use the site if you’re between days it is reserved. Nice shady wooded campground right next to the river with easy access to a gorgeous trail.
TravelerIt's a beautiful camp, but there is a conflict between their (gov run) website information and in park board. Some sights are first come first serve, but some can be reserved online, but aren't marked, so there can be a reservation for a first come first serve spot. I've been there three times, the last wasn't bad, but twice the above issues caused inconvenience to my camp. Still a beautiful place, though
The Klamath National Forest spans over 1.7 million acres across northern California and southern Oregon, with elevations ranging from 1,700 to 8,900 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-95°F in lower elevations while winter months often bring significant snowfall that limits access to many camping areas from November through April. Primitive camping options throughout the forest complement the established campgrounds.
Mountain lake swimming: At Kangaroo Lake Campground, visitors can enjoy swimming in a scenic mountain lake with ADA-accessible features. "A friend told me about this nearby mountain lake, and it did not disappoint!!! Because the water supply had not yet been activated, the USFS peeps just let me stay in a walk-in site. Had the place to myself & shared the lake with Bald Eagles," notes camper Greg B.
Golf course access: Campers at Trailer Lane Campground can play golf at the nearby Weed Golf Club. "With a golf course down the street and amazing views of Mt Shasta, Weed is a hidden gem," shares reviewer Allison A. The course offers a 9-hole option for casual players.
Fishing opportunities: The Trinity River and numerous lakes provide excellent fishing spots. Trail Creek Campground offers direct creek access. "Trail Creek runs through the back of the campground and is beautiful!" reports Connie H. Fish species include rainbow trout, brown trout, and salmon depending on the season.
Accessible outdoor facilities: Many campgrounds in the region feature accommodations for visitors with mobility concerns. "It appears that a lot of the walkways and facilities are designed to accommodate people in wheelchairs or people with walkers. It looks like everything is maintained at a higher standard than I've seen at most Forest Service campgrounds," notes Joseph C. about Kangaroo Lake Campground.
Family amenities: Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort offers extensive recreation options beyond standard camping. "We took 2 small children in a rented camper and went to this lake... we were not disappointed! They were plenty of trees in the campground everybody was friendly, short walk with our water toys to the nice sandy beach and lake," shares Margo A.
Wildlife viewing: Several campsites provide opportunities to spot local wildlife. "Had the place to myself & shared the lake with Bald Eagles," reports Greg B. about Kangaroo Lake. Other campers report deer sightings and various bird species throughout the region's campgrounds.
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. For Kangaroo Lake Campground, "The 7-mile-long winding access road is narrow with a sharp drop-off on one side. It can be a little nerve-racking to negotiate with 2-way traffic," warns Joseph C.
Early season limitations: Water systems may not be operational in early season. "Because the water supply had not yet been activated, the USFS peeps just let me stay in a walk-in site," mentions Greg B. regarding a spring visit to Kangaroo Lake Campground.
Highway noise considerations: Some campgrounds near major roads experience traffic noise. At Trailer Lane Campground, "Keep in mind that its close to the highway and yes, road noise is quite loud. We turned on our fan and that blocked most of it," advises marcus K.
Look for accessible pathways: For families with strollers or mobility needs, consider campgrounds with paved access. "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," explains Lisa L. about Kangaroo Lake Campground.
Consider off-season visits: Popular sites can get crowded during peak season. "We love it here. However, it's super popular and we only go in the off season due to too many people booking in advance," advises Crystal K. about Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort.
Seek out kid-friendly activities: Mount Shasta City KOA Holiday provides numerous recreation options. "Pool, game room, shuffle board, basketball court and off leash dog park. Lots of trees in the sites great for hammocking (in the tent sites)," shares Suzanne P.
Level site considerations: For pet-friendly camping near Klamath National Forest with RVs, level sites are crucial. At Etna RV Park, sites are "grassy, partially shaded, quiet sites with a little store, huge clean laundry, and the nice little town of Etna and all of its ammenities right here," according to Mark D.
Fire restrictions: Some RV parks limit campfires despite allowing pets. "Nice place it there are no fires," notes Gary B. about Mount Shasta City KOA Holiday. Check current fire regulations before arrival as they change seasonally.
Electrical connections: For RVers traveling with pets in hot weather, electrical hookups are essential for climate control. "There are four tent camping sites with electric hookup and fancy seating among many other types of sites," mentions Jacob G. about Mount Shasta City KOA, which is useful for keeping pets comfortable.
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