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Horse Camp Primitive Campground in Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area offers basic facilities for equestrians and their animals. The campground features two camping sites with picnic tables, fire pits, and an outhouse. Water is available through a potable hand pump. The sites accommodate RVs and tents, though the terrain is notably uneven with large boulders surrounding the picnic and fire pit areas. The campground requires a $20 nightly fee plus a Whiskeytown National Forest pass unless visitors have an annual National Park pass.
Located along a winding forest road, Horse Camp provides access to surrounding trails suitable for riding. The campground sits in an area partially affected by the Carr fire, which burned many trees but left the essential camping infrastructure intact. A creek trail connects from the campground, offering additional exploration opportunities. The road running between the two campsites experiences moderate traffic during daylight hours but becomes quiet after sunset. The remote location offers no cell service, making advance planning essential. While the sites can accommodate larger rigs, the access road requires careful navigation. Despite some limitations, the campground provides reasonable facilities for horse owners seeking a primitive camping experience in the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity region.
"We were looking for.a place to camp near Redding, our home town. This campground is about 30 mins from Redding. It was an easy tow on rural but well maintained roads all the way to the campground."
"There are tent sites away from the rv part, but we never checked that area out. The rv spots are very clean, and even though they’re close together with no privacy it was an amazingly quiet park."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Casino nearby has multiple restaurants and entertainment, including golf. Cheap gas for California. Little bit of a hike to clean restrooms. Quiet. Convenient location for traveling down I-5."
"Conveniently located just off I-5, far enough away from the noise. Casino, restaurants, doggy daycare and golf just next door. Sites are level 75 ft pull through sites. We will stay again."
from $49 - $69 / night
Check Availability"As you pass thru a off road vehicle area on way up to campsite. Lett's Lake was closed due to a prior fire. But the upside is that the Forrest service has provided free stacks of wood."
RangerLarge pull-thru sites with vegetation in between. Casino nearby has multiple restaurants and entertainment, including golf. Cheap gas for California. Little bit of a hike to clean restrooms. Quiet. Convenient location for traveling down I-5.
GuideWe were looking for.a place to camp near Redding, our home town. This campground is about 30 mins from Redding. It was an easy tow on rural but well maintained roads all the way to the campground. Easy tow for my 25.5 foot travel trailer and 2019 Chevy taho .
The store is well supplied with camping and fishing needs. The park has lots of trees for shade and the spaces are wide. Wider than any other places we have stayed . The spots are grassed, all clean and well maintained. Everyone there was very nice and will happily give you fishing advice, if you ask.
Our dogs loved the area down below, we would take them off leash and let them do dog-things.
Just around the corner from the campground ( walking distance) is access to the river. The whole family enjoyed dipping in when it’s warm outside
We will be back
GuideTake Forrest Route N17 off of Spouts Spring Rd.
What a sweet surprise after spending an hour on an unimproved wash board road.. This is an ideal Campground for those with OHV's. As you pass thru a off road vehicle area on way up to campsite.
Lett's Lake was closed due to a prior fire. But the upside is that the Forrest service has provided free stacks of wood.
Bring lots of water and drive a well running car. You don't want to get stuck out here!
GuideThis rustic campsite is just a few miles off of Highway 36 located off of Rattlesnake Road near Trinity Pines.There’s no power no running water they do have bathrooms and a creek runs through the campsite it’s a very beautiful place with lush green forest all around!
TravelerThis is a great little mom and pop rv campground. There are tent sites away from the rv part, but we never checked that area out. The rv spots are very clean, and even though they’re close together with no privacy it was an amazingly quiet park. The park is about 1/4 full time residents, 1/4 permanent vacation spots that people keep trailers at and visit from time to time and the other half is campers. We stayed for a week and became buddies with the camp host Craig who gave us great fishing tips for the area and had some great conversation with as well. The owners were very nice and run a tight ship. The rv spots are full hook up with nice green grass, no cable but ok Verizon signal and we got a few local channels on the tv antenna. They have a nice little store and a fish cleaning stand. We fished Lewiston lake less than 10 min. away and Whiskeytown Lake about 20-25 min. away with great luck. The little town of Lewiston is pretty cool and a 5 min walk from the campground as well is the trinity river. We will definitely be back.
TravelerWe enjoyed an overnight stay here. Clean facilities, well maintained grounds and friendly neighbors. Conveniently located just off I-5, far enough away from the noise. Casino, restaurants, doggy daycare and golf just next door. Sites are level 75 ft pull through sites. We will stay again. Lower numbered sites are closest to amenities.
GuideThis is a super sweet secluded spot right off Highway 36.Can you take Rattlesnake Road and go up just a little bit and then drop off to the right and that takes you right to the campground.It’s secluded with beautiful green forest all around and there’s a bunch of campsites no power no water but great hunting and trails.
ScoutEasy off and on freeway access, next to casino.
TravelerGreat little park. Lots of shade and green grass, good management, Clean restrooms and well kept grounds. Close to river and lakes for boating and fishing. There is a great area for tent camping or a place to dry camp with your RV just below the main RV park. There are targets set up for bow hunters in the pines below the park.
Our 35 foot fifth wheel easily navigated the space.
Horse Camp Primitive Campground features two camping sites equipped for riders and their horses. Each site includes picnic tables, fire pits, and access to a potable water hand pump. Located within the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area at an elevation of approximately 1,500 feet, this campground provides trail access through partially recovered burn areas. The campground requires a $20 nightly fee and a Whiskeytown National Forest pass unless visitors have an annual National Park pass.
Trail riding: Several riding trails connect directly from the campground. "There's a trail that leads down to the creek," notes Brittany S. from Horse Camp Primitive Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Trinity County offers multiple fishing locations within driving distance. "We fished Lewiston lake less than 10 min. away and Whiskeytown Lake about 20-25 min. away with great luck," reports Corey L. from Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort.
Off-highway vehicle exploration: Some nearby areas permit OHV use. "This is an ideal Campground for those with OHV's. As you pass thru an off road vehicle area on way up to campsite," mentions Ann N. from Surveyor Campground.
Bow hunting practice: Some facilities provide dedicated archery areas. "There are targets set up for bow hunters in the pines below the park," explains Tara D. about the facilities near Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort.
Natural surroundings: The forest setting attracts many campers. "This rustic campsite is just a few miles off of Highway 36 located off of Rattlesnake Road near Trinity Pines. There's no power no running water they do have bathrooms and a creek runs through the campsite it's a very beautiful place with lush green forest all around!" shares DirtyMountainBoy A. about Philpot Campground.
Privacy and seclusion: Many sites offer separation from crowds. "Nice huge site with basically your own valued bathroom one other campsite shares. Perfect for dry camping with your rv if you want some extra quiet and privacy you could rent both sites at $20ea," notes valerie T. about Horse Camp Primitive Campground.
River access: Easy water access enhances the camping experience. "Just around the corner from the campground (walking distance) is access to the river. The whole family enjoyed dipping in when it's warm outside," comments Jason D. about nearby water features at Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort.
Stargazing conditions: The remote location limits light pollution. "No cell service but starlink worked great," reports Jules S. about the connectivity and night sky viewing at Horse Camp Primitive Campground.
Fire impacts: Several areas show evidence of previous wildfires. "The only negative was the Carr fire that burned many trees in the area," explains Web H. about Horse Camp Primitive Campground.
Road conditions: Access routes vary in quality. "Long windy road to get up to sites," warns Jules S. about Horse Camp Primitive Campground, while Ann N. cautions about Surveyor Campground: "Bring lots of water and drive a well running car. You don't want to get stuck out here!"
Amenities vary significantly: Facilities range from primitive to full-service. "There was potable water as well as a pit toilet at top," notes Jules S. about Horse Camp Primitive Campground. In contrast, Philpot Picnic Area offers drinking water and toilets but no showers or electric hookups.
Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns affect accessibility. "This is a great little spot never too many people here nice and quiet lots of forest around it good for hiking and just good scenery all the way around there was a burn scar from a fire a couple years back but still beautiful nonetheless!" shares DirtyMountainBoy A. about Philpot Picnic Area.
Safety precautions: Remote locations require extra planning. "No cell service but starlink worked great," notes Jules S. about Horse Camp Primitive Campground, highlighting the importance of alternate communication methods.
Entertainment options: Some facilities offer activities beyond camping. "We all enjoyed a meal at the steak house. After we let mama gamble as my daughter and I enjoyed the arcade, then we switched," shares Jason D. about his family's experience at Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot.
Water recreation: Swimming opportunities provide relief during warmer months. "The pool was amazing and the shuttle was great considering the heat," reports Deborah R. about the facilities at Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot.
Pet-friendly options: Many sites accommodate four-legged family members. "We had our dogs and 5 year old with us. There was a fair amount of space between sites," notes Jason D. about Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot.
Site leveling challenges: Terrain varies significantly between campgrounds. "Sites are SUPER uneven and not really defined. The picnic table/fire pit area has large boulders around them and a road runs right between both sites," cautions Jules S. about Horse Camp Primitive Campground.
Size limitations: Vehicle length restrictions apply at some locations. "Biggest I would put in here would be about a 30 foot trailer. You have to disconnect your tow vehicle," advises Jason D. about Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort.
Hookup availability: Electrical needs determine suitable campgrounds. "Our 35 foot fifth wheel easily navigated the space," reports Tara D. about Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort, which offers appropriate spacing for larger vehicles.
Traffic patterns: Some sites experience vehicle traffic. "Luckily the noise died down after the sunset but it was pretty heavily traveled during the day. Good spot for large rigs," notes Jules S. about Horse Camp Primitive Campground.
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