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"Biggest downfall is the freeway is close by and it is therefore a little noisy."
"There's a newly built sunshaded playground for the kids, ultimate course on grounds and a small boat ramp nearby to Sac River for fishing access."
"Big grassy area to walk dog and enjoy river under shade. Reasonable price. Nice staff. Water does seem cloudy so be sure to run it before you hook up. I have had to clear out my faucet filter twice."
"Close to the mountain for skiing. Close to the lake for skiing. Nancy the manager was extremely helpful! We found this to have an old fashioned touch. Garbage facilities close by!"
"Only downside was the highway noise."
$50 - $70 / night
"Also the water park next to the campground was closed"
"It's close to the dog park if you have a dog.
The bathroom/shower is 3 sites down. Very clean.
Also close to the walking trail, basketball/volleyball courts& a neat tree swing."
"Close to the entrance to Lassen Park.
Cons: Some tent sites were better than others. My favorite tent sites were T6. T7, T8 and especially T13."
"Management allowed us to park our truck in the empty space right next to our camper, which was super convenient. All hookups worked perfectly."
"I really love this small campground, especially this year when the lake is full. There's only 10-12 sites, bathrooms are clean. very quiet."
"Nice spot near the river. We stayed in a tent and just pitched it adjacent to the car park. The ranger came by in the morning just had a little look around and left. Didn’t bother anyone"
"Lots of trails. Sacramento River is within walking distance. Pit toilet, no water or other services."
"There is a train track close by, so expect some train horns. We would definitely go back when visiting family in the area."
GuideSimple but beautiful campground. Use Recreation.gov to reserve a site. If you dont have reservation you still need to log into the site to claim a spot. Fortunately there is wifi at the visitor center (not at the park store).
Keep in mind that there is no water available. Need to bring your own.
Also, no cell service but campground is sparsely tree covered. We were able to use Starlink just fine at our site.
Lots of hiking nearby.
ScoutWe like this place in Redding. We have a 24’ motorhome and get spots on the river. It’s very nice to sit and look at river. Big grassy area to walk dog and enjoy river under shade. Reasonable price. Nice staff. Water does seem cloudy so be sure to run it before you hook up. I have had to clear out my faucet filter twice.
ScoutI loved my 2 nights at Castle Lake Campground. I was the only one in the 6 campsites until late the first night. When I left, 4 sites had been used. I went in off season so it was quiet. No water, bring your own. But the sites are large and private and the trees are beautiful. All the downed firewood has been picked, but if you go up to the overflow parking area at the lake, there is a lot of downed wood there.
There is a small creek that runs behind the campground that you can hear quietly running.
The lake is a short walk up the hill (or drive) and has a couple of short hikes and a longer hike. Very popular. The lake is crystal clear and very serene.
The pit toilets are clean and there are bear proof trash cans. Of my 3 campsites on this trip, this one was the best.
GuideEasy access to the highway without the noise. There is a dining railcar restaurant, camp host is great. We came in on a Thursday no reservation and had no problem snagging a roomy spot for our 30' towing a Jeep. Great in the woods feel with full hookups. Highly recommended. Bears are common in this area.
LegendJust staying one night on my way to Nevada but this is an easy location with decent cell service and a clean bathroom and garbage receptacles in a hiking and equestrian area
GuidePost creek guard station was awesome. The views were amazing, especially the star gazing. Took Tedoc rd going in. Long, dirt, rocky rd not recommended for passenger vehicles. Our transit connect was fine, but slow going, just enough clearance. The cabin was pretty clean. Someone left their garbage. It's a pack in 0ack out kinda place. Water is gravity feed for a flushing toilet and dish washing water. (Non-potable) nearby spring was great for filtering or the 1/4 mile down to creek and swimming hole. There are 2 new full size mattresses and a 2 burner Coleman stove. Recommend just bringing all your own gear and consider it like a camping trip, w/ bonus flush toilet. The drive out was smooth. Took service rd 30. Dirt for a short bit, then paved all the way to hwy 36. Definitely be going back, and hitting some of the hiking trails.
TravelerThere appears to be logging or construction going on, as a previous review stated most of the pull ins are just areas that the bulldozer is pushed everything back. There is one a few hundred yards in that is decent nice and quiet, but very dusty.
GuideThis is just a gravel parking lot, but it's quiet, peaceful, and about a 2 min walk from the river. Several horse and hiking trails start from here. There's a pit toilet, garbage, and recycling. We enjoyed our stay for one night, but I wouldn't want to stay here for more than a few days. It was roasting in August; the river was a nice way to cool off.
ScoutThis campground has a lot of live ins: there animals are not well behaved, barked most of the night, stray cats wandering around bothering our animals. We made reservations and reserved a campsite number, was not told we had to pay $25 more to reserve a site, they put us in the site I requested not to have, the excuse was the computer rearranged the campsite. Asked to speak to management who never appeared and lady at desk was rude.
Camping near Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a base for exploring, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California, can be a fantastic experience if you're prepared and know what to expect. Enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Shasta-Trinity National Forest?
According to TheDyrt.com, Shasta-Trinity National Forest offers a wide range of camping options, with 237 campgrounds and RV parks near Shasta-Trinity National Forest and 19 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Shasta-Trinity National Forest?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Shasta-Trinity National Forest is Sacramento River RV Park with a 3.4-star rating from 7 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Shasta-Trinity National Forest?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 free dispersed camping spots near Shasta-Trinity National Forest.
What parks are near Shasta-Trinity National Forest?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Shasta-Trinity National Forest that allow camping, notably Whiskeytown National Recreation Area and Lassen Volcanic National Park.
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