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Beehive Point Shoreline Campground offers lakeside tent and RV camping for visitors with dogs, providing a spacious setting where pets can enjoy the shoreline environment. Toilet facilities are available at this established campground, which operates from mid-April to mid-September with a 4-star rating from visitors. The campground features areas with abundant driftwood for fires and provides direct lake access, though some campers note occasional issues with broken glass that can harm dogs' paws. Multiple pet-friendly accommodation options exist around Shasta Lake, including Mountain Gate RV Park in Redding and Lakehead Campground & RV Park, both welcoming dogs and offering cabin options alongside traditional camping. Visitors appreciate that many campgrounds remain relatively uncrowded, especially during weekdays, allowing more space for pets to explore.
Shasta Lake's pet-friendly campsites provide various levels of amenities, from full-service RV parks with hookups to more primitive shoreline camping where dogs can swim. Pet owners should bring yellow jacket traps when visiting Beehive Point, as the area lives up to its name with significant bee activity during warmer months. Many campgrounds offer waterfront sites where dogs can access the lake for swimming, though water levels fluctuate seasonally. The lake's pet-friendly shoreline provides excellent opportunities for water-loving dogs, with some campgrounds featuring rocky beaches that require careful navigation with pets. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed when outside vehicles or tents, with off-season camping at Beehive Point offering more flexibility and fewer restrictions for campers with dogs.
"We stayed here a few years ago and the water was so low that we literally could not reach it, even after a long walk down, it just became too rocky."
"Beehive point offers camping right on the waters of Shasta Lake and has absolutely amazing views. We have been up there a few times and it has rarely been busy."
"Simple, pretty, quiet ( at least at check in) but 1 am, a group of partiers ruined the experience with loud kids, loud adults and loud dogs as if it was 1 pm and not 1 am and shouting at each other as"
"The owner was very nice and got us situated right away. I will definitely be coming back!"
"Clean bathrooms, showers, zero trash around. All around a great visit. Perfect spot if you are traveling with a pet. Highly recommend."
"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!"
"It took us 11 hours to drive there and even the little kids thought it was worth the drive. We had so much fun walking down to the lake fishing, swimming and playing with the dogs."
"The campground is about 30 mins from the highway, in beautiful forest and has easy access to the water. Campground was quiet, clean and empty when we were there."
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Small gas station within walking distance, and a small grocery store in driving distance. 1.5 miles off the highway. Big rigs welcome."
"I say that only because it was 4th of July weekend and there was a dirty bunch around us. But even with that the park crew was great and did the best to keep things up as much as they could."
"At night, it was a little tough to fall asleep with trains running next to the campground and the highway noise, but other than heat and noise, we enjoyed it."
"It has all the amenities you need, along with a store, swimming pool, laundry facility, WiFi, bathrooms/showers, cabins, tent spaces, RV slots, easy access to the marina, boat launching service, boat rentals"
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Really nice campground with access to the water. I was there in mid July so it was very hot, but there is enough shade that the camp site stayed fairly cool."
"Beautiful views from our campsite and easy access to water. It was super peaceful!"
from $30 / night
Check Availability"From our campsite we were able to walk to the trailhead and do the crags trail all the way to the top of the rocks. Would highly recommend this campground!"
"Oldest camping area is right next to I-5 (which was not there when the campground was built!). But there are newer camping sites farther away from I-5."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"Gas station right up the road and many access point to the lake"
from $15 / night
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GuideThis was a very nice park. Had a clean dog park that we enjoyed. Everything in the park seem like it was well kept. All of the other campers we interacted with seem very nice and courteous to each other. However outside of the park is a shady neighborhood. We went to do laundry and saw what appeared to be people doing drugs outside a hotel near by, and there were numerous homeless people wandering around.
ScoutThis was a nice short distance away from the i5. Great view of greenery and lake and the night stars. If you happen to have pets be cautious there is a lot of broken glass everywhere, my dog had several cuts on her pads.
GuideFull hookups in back in spot for $55. Mostly pull throughs in Park, which cost more. Shower, restrooms, dog park. Propane for sale here.
GuideCute town and peaceful campground. Clean bathrooms and showers. 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.
GuideWe 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. Water, toilets and showers are readily available, though a bit in need of a good coat of paint and showers need cleaning/updating .
TravelerThe campground was beautiful with easy access to the lake and spacious sites that easily fit our large family. This campground was also pet friendly and welcoming to our dogs as well.Our only complaints were that there was no lightning in the bathroom and the quiet hours were not enforced as we were woken up by loud partying well after 2 am.
GuideFalls were gorgeous. Rum trail is an easy little walk (largely paved). Large picnic area. Not much else to do in the park but good stop if you are thru hiking the PCT.
Bathrooms were clean, flush toilets, hot showers. NO cell service. Had a little camp shop.
NOT a very dog-friendly park, didn’t even see a pet area for them to get out and potty.
LegendSo, we already knew we were in trouble. Lassen Volcanic was closed(it was on fire), which is the whole reason we were here. Lots of smoke, but the campground wasn't in danger. We came in anyway. This was the last stop before we started home.
The campground had a lot of cancellations, so it was unusually quiet. That didn't bother us! We had a back in site- 33. The best site in the campground! 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. All this is under tall pines. This isn't a large campground, but it's VERY nice. Lots of trees& shady. Has a gift shop at the office.
The pool was open. Lots of hornets& 2 people got stung while in the pool. They have traps out, but the hornets are persistent!
Laundry I didn't use, but it's there if you need it. Everything was very clean. Service was friendly.
So, this is a good base for Lassen Volcanic. Since we couldn't go, there's other things to see. McArthur Burney Falls is a bit of a drive, but well worth it. We also stopped at Subway Cave, which we loved& Hat Creek Rim Overlook(which was a waste of time with the smoke). The rest of the day we chilled at the pool! We will definitely be back someday to see Lassen!
LegendThis place is beautiful in the fall! 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
Camping near Sugarloaf, California includes options within the Shasta National Forest area where the Sacramento River feeds into Lake Shasta. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-95°F during day and cool to 50-60°F at night, making spring and fall more comfortable for tent camping. Water levels in Lake Shasta fluctuate seasonally, affecting shoreline camping access and boat launch availability.
Lake swimming and water sports: At Ellery Creek, the water access provides relief from summer heat, though conditions vary with water levels. "Water access is pretty messy/muddy (water levels were low). Water floats of some sort are a good idea to avoid the sticky dense mud," notes camper Jen S.
Wildlife watching: Look for deer and other wildlife, particularly at dawn and dusk. "Stayed here as a backup since another site was closed... Also saw some deer and ended the night with a great view!" reports Gregory G. about his experience at Ellery Creek. Bring binoculars for better viewing.
Train spotting: While the train noise can disturb sleep at Lower Salt Creek Shoreline Campground, it provides an opportunity to watch trains cross the bridge. "At first glance I saw the bridge and thought oh wow that's a cool bridge that is no longer in use but I couldn't have been more wrong," explains Justin W.
Secluded waterfront sites: During weekdays, many campgrounds offer peaceful settings with few neighbors. "We stayed on a Thursday night until Friday morning and there were only a few other people there, we couldn't see any of them from our spot so we felt totally isolated," shares Mandi W. about Beehive Point Shoreline.
Off-season camping freedom: Without fees or services, off-season camping provides more flexibility. "There was a sign on the boards stating that it is currently off season and there are no fees and no services. Not sure when the season begins and what services are offered, but in early May there were no garbage bins or toilets," reports Laura M.
Scenic night skies: The area offers excellent stargazing opportunities away from city lights. "Great view of greenery and lake and the night stars," observes Rosa P., though she cautions about broken glass at Beehive Point Shoreline that can harm pets.
Bear encounters: Bears are common visitors to campgrounds in the area. At Hirz Bay Campground, one camper reported: "Around 4am a black bear (maybe 500lbs?) came through our site and pulled on the bear box and kept it moving to check neighboring sites." Always store food properly in bear boxes when available.
Yellowjackets and bees: The name Beehive Point is fitting during summer months. "I didn't put two and two together. Woke up to the BIGGEST swarm of wasps circling our fireplace and trying to make a nest in our fender," warns Angel B.
Seasonal facilities: Many campgrounds only provide services during peak season. "Off-season review. Late October 2020. Pros: No one else here on a Friday night, easy to find, dispersed camping, no fee, some cell service. Cons: absolutely no services (they remove porta potty and trash after high season)," explains Lisa about Beehive Point Shoreline.
Choose established sites for amenities: Mountain Gate RV Park offers clean facilities that families appreciate. "We loved our stay. We felt safe and it's probably one of the most cleanest campground and facilities I've ever been to. Clean bathrooms, showers, zero trash around," reports Jill P.
Plan for extreme temperature swings: Summer days can be very hot while nights cool down significantly. "Beware of weather, as I went in the fall and it was freezing during the night," advises Jaden J. about Beehive Point Shoreline.
Bring supplies for water play: With fluctuating water levels, portable water toys enhance lake enjoyment. "Easy to move about. Great for water sports powered or canoes and paddle boards," notes Paul T., highlighting the versatility needed for water activities.
Site selection for privacy: At Antlers RV Park and Campground, large sites provide more space than typical RV parks. "The RV spaces are large and offer more privacy than most campgrounds. It tended to fill up on the weekends (sometimes completely) but was fairly quiet during weekdays with only a handful of people," shares Adam.
Cell service considerations: For those working remotely, cell coverage varies significantly between providers. "The ATT phone was able to browse the internet and stream video, the Verizon phone could only send texts with an occasional notification coming through," reports Laura M. about Beehive Point Shoreline.
Site terrain awareness: Many shoreline areas require careful navigation. "Fairly flat in most areas but can definitely be hard to get deep into the site without 4 wheel drive," warns Jaden J. about pet friendly camping near Sugarloaf, California at Beehive Point.
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