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Camping near Mount Shasta

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Kosk Creek Campgrounds

25 sites ¡ RVs, Tents50 acres ¡ Big Bend, CA
We are a 400 acre ranch nestled in the mountains of Shasta County. There is a mile long creek that runs through the property. We have multiple hot spring pools ranging in various temperatures. Dry and overland campsites available. Activities: Boating, hiking, kayaking, 4x4, mountain bike, and fishing.
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Trailer Lane Campground

18 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents15 acres ¡ Weed, CA
Conveniently located long I-5 just south of the CA/OR border, we have 15 acres that are a mix of conifer forest and a chaparral hilltop with spectacular views of Mount Shasta. Our small, friendly campground offers clean, comfortable bathrooms with (free!) hot showers and a coin-op laundry room. Community fire pit & bbq area, too! Minutes from world-class fishing, hiking, climbing, kayaking, skiing... all year long, it's an outdoorsmans paradise! Use us as your base camp for all your NorCal adventures! Did we mention we have goats & chickens to watch, feed & pet? Fruit trees & wild blackberries. Walking trails through the forest, and the most perfect hilltop spot to kick back in our comfy Adirondacks with a glass of wine to stargaze.
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Camp Lighthouse

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents3 acres ¡ Mount Shasta, CA
Come enjoy your stay on our land, nestled on 3 acres of grassy and wooded property. You will find us near Mount Shasta, with easy access to the city, mountain, lakes, and all surrounding nature spots. This is a great place for campers, hikers, bikers, swimmers, and climbers to rest and recharge. Enjoy all that nature has to offer at Camp Lighthouse!
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Juniper Valley Campsites

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents24 acres ¡ Weed, CA
 
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Juniper Spur Ranch

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents20 acres ¡ Carrick, CA
Welcome to Juniper Spur Ranch! We have 3 RV sites available for campers to book. Please note that we do not have RV hookups for any of the sites. You will be parking on loose gravel and the sites are flat. We can accommodate most RVs/trailers, if you are uncertain about the size just send me a message. There is a portapotty in the hay barn cleaned regularly and a water spigot for non-potable water uses or for a quick outdoor shower with a handheld spritzer. It is not enclosed so you will need to be discreet. Pets are allowed at campsites #2 and #3 only. These campsites are farthest from the horses and dogs. Please keep dogs on leash at all times. Our property offers a beautiful view of Mount Shasta. Nature lovers, extreme sports enthusiasts, family vacationers and retirees, can all enjoy the vast recreational opportunities this area has to offer. Lake Siskiyou is about 20 miles south and offers a wonderful 7-mile hiking trail around the entire lake. Bring your horses too. I have a couple of electric-fenced paddocks for visitors.
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Cozy Creek Camp

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents1 acre ¡ Mount Shasta, CA
I have been connected to this land for over 30 years. It has a very sweet vibe, quiet and tranquil. Sitting by the creek is one of the most restful activities you can imagine. I call it the SOUNDSCAPE OASIS. I am a musician and sound healer and can offer private or group sessions upon request. I look forward to meeting you. (If you have a large RV, please reserve site 2. Thank you.) Learn more about this land: Park your van or pitch your tent next to the creek in the forest with a picnic table and access to a toilet. This is a quiet area, 4,000 feet elevation, located 15 minutes north from the town of Mt. Shasta. A short drive away is beautiful Lake Siskiyou and Castle Lake. Take a journey up the mountain and enjoy gorgeous hiking trails with stunning views. You can also book a private quantum sound healing journey with BODHI. Working many years as a musician and sound healer, he creates a unique, mystical and magical experience.
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Cave Springs Resort

49 sites ¡ Lodging5 acres ¡ Dunsmuir, CA
Welcome to Cave Springs, a mid-century modern resort in Dunsmuir, California. Located just off the I-5 freeway, our resort is an ideal basecamp for exploring the dynamic beauty of Northern California: nestled along the Sacramento River in premiere fly fishing territory, minutes away from countless waterfalls and hiking, and a 10 minute drive from stunning Mt. Shasta. Choose your adventure. We’ll take care of the rest. Our resort is designed with comfort and beauty in mind, and it’s this intentional atmosphere that will make your stay one to remember. Whatever brings you our way, we look forward to hosting you and yours.
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Roca Ranch Camp

1 site ¡ RV10 acres ¡ Weed, CA
WE ARE HOPING TO REOPEN THE ROCA RANCH CAMP APRIL 2024. IT DEPENDS ON MOTHER NATURE! PLEASE CHECK IN AND WATCH FOR OUR OPENING DATE! HAPPY CAMPING! Welcome to Roca Ranch Camp. This camp is ideal for those that want to be off the beaten path ... on the road less traveled yet conveniently located less than 10 minutes from Mt Shasta and 5 minutes to Weed. The Camp is on 10 pristine acres in the Hammond Ranch area with a beautiful view of Mt Shasta to the East. 25' RVs with tow car OK/ Sprinter Vans/ Class C with tow car OK/Class B/ Trailer 25' with tow OK. If you are a bit longer just text us and we can see if it can work. All campers must be self contained with holding tanks. NO TENT CAMPING. This camp is for self contained RVs. The camp is by a beautiful Zinnia garden which blooms in the summer and a small orchard which is all fenced in. The property is wooded and has a view of Mt Shasta from the camp. The camp has a picnic table, two outdoor chairs and a Solo wood campfire stove with spark arrester that can be used as long as there are no fire restrictions. We can update you on all fire restrictions upon arrival. There is a cool soaking tub available to beat the heat during the summer months! There are several walks right from the Camp to a beautiful pond and hill walks for panoramic views. All dirt roads so great mountain bike exploring! You will be surrounded by beautiful large Ponderosa Pines, wild flowers and White Fir trees. There is open sky for star gazing and no lights to obstruct your sky views. This is a very quiet area that is visited by deer, fawns, many species of birds, eagles, owls, rabbits, fox, hawks and more. ROCA RANCH CAMP WILL BE CLOSED NOV 1, 2023 UNTIL SPRING 2024. ESTIMATED OPENING TBA.
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Garden Alley Parklet

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acre ¡ Mc Cloud, CA
Mccloud, Ca. parking for a camper van or RV under 23 feet. Enjoy this beautiful space with access to the covered area, the outdoor table and chairs that are in the garden. The location has access to water hook up. Electricity is only to power lights and charging electronics. There is no full power hook up for powering up AC and the sorts. There is a bathroom on premises, we have a porta potty with locked lock for only guests. If you are tent camping we don't have out door showers but we do have water for dishes. Garden Alley parklet is 8min away from the Mcloud waterfalls and a varirty of hinking trails. Very close to downtown Mccloud you enjoy the resturatnts in town. Did you know that Mccloud River is one of the best places on earth to fish for trout.
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Hill Road

1 site ¡ RV27 acres ¡ Mount Shasta, CA
This campsite is a full hook up RV pad that can accommodate up to two RV's. If you would like to bring along a friend with an RV or van for the second spot please let me know. We rent it out as one site, so you will have it to yourself. Campers are asked to stay within the RV site. The site does sit on the edge of the property so I would consider it semi- private. A picnic table is provided.
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Alpaca on the Rocks

2 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents5 acres ¡ Weed, CA
Our ranch, Alpaca on the Rocks, is 5 acres, located near the small town of Weed in northernmost California. We have 10 alpaca along with mini-donkeys and horses, a mini-mule, assorted cats and dogs, Icelandic sheep, and Kune Kune pigs. This is quite a place: There are the sounds - the odd mutterings of the alpaca, the constant hooting of doves, the off and on braying of donkeys. There are the sights of the country life that surrounds us, the cattle and sheep of the ranch behind us, and the horses grazing in the meadow across the road. And a final and impossible to miss addition to the sights and sounds for you to take home - the solitary 14,179 foot Mount Shasta presiding calmly over its domain.
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Muladhara Vector Camp Mount Shasta

5 sites ¡ RVs, Tents3 acres ¡ Montague, CA
Welcome to our Hipcamp location in Siskiyou County, situated at the foot of the majestic Mount Shasta. The best view of Mount Shasta (Root Chakra) in the County is included in your stay. We are a fun-loving group of outdoor enthusiasts who are passionate about sharing our love for adventure with our guests. As a professional guide since 1986, our host is an expert in white water rafting, with lots of experience in Class 5 rapids. If you're up for a thrilling adventure, ask your Host “ What’s up with the heart-racing rafting rou After a day of outdoor activities, we like to unwind by socializing with our guests. We BBQ and drink really good local beer while competing on our in-house (our rules, LOL) volleyball and horseshoe courts. Our location boasts a state-of-the-art auto shop, equipped to help anyone traveling with any mechanical issues (Even if you are not a booked guest). We also offer a variety of workshops to teach our guests various skills such as building a small cabin or a 10,000 sq. ft. custom handcrafted log home. We'll teach you how to use a scribing tool to fit logs together, make log furniture, and grow food. We even have raised bed designs with high tunnels for year-round gardening, and we teach cloning methods for healthier plants, composting, and making custom soil designed to your specific needs. If you're interested in Permaculture, Hugelkultur, or Aquaponics, we've got you covered. We are certified. We'll teach you everything you need to know about properly using chainsaws (non-operating), including instruction on using an Alaskan Mill, maintenance and repair, wood splitting, and stacking. For those interested in firearms (without ammunition) or crossbows, we'll teach you cleaning, maintenance, and safety. If you have no clue about mechanics, “You should” out there doing all this traveling. We even offer a workshop on small engines to big engines maintenance and repair, as well as the use of diagnostics and the necessary tools. For those who want to take things to the next level, we offer a 1-hour crash course on the maintenance, safety, and operation of a Bobcat E45 excavator. Friday night is movie night at our outdoor projection screen Our location is surrounded by breathtaking outdoor scenery, including a variety of rivers, lakes, and museums. We are proud of the Native history in the area. Be aware of Lemurians and Bigfoot. Whether you want to hike, fish, or explore the local museums, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Come join us at our Hipcamp location for an unforgettable outdoor adventure!
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Camping near Mount Shasta guide

Overview

Towering more than 14,000 feet, snow-capped and volcanic Mount Shasta dominates the landscape of Northern California. On its southwestern slopes, the town of Mount Shasta makes for an ideal base with amenities for visitors both spiritual and adventurous. Year-round outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking, mountaineering, caving, biking, waterfall chasing, boating, fishing, camping, and a wide range of winter sports. The area is surrounded by several state parks and national forests, including the state’s largest, and campers will find plenty of overnight options, from developed lakeside and riverside campgrounds to dispersed campsites in the mountains.

Where to go

Mount Shasta Area

Private campground options allow you to stay in a tent, RV, or cabin close to town, while developed forest service campgrounds at McBride Springs and Panther Meadows allow campers to stay on the slopes of Mount Shasta itself. Several public lakeside camping options can also be found nearby, including at Lake Shastina, Castle Lake, Gumboot Lake, and Toad Lake, while a private resort around Lake Siskiyou is full of amenities. Further south, Castle Crags State Park offers developed and environmental sites.

Shasta-Trinity and Klamath National Forests

Shasta-Trinity is the largest national forest in California and known for its many rivers and streams.  Not surprisingly, many campground options can be found along a river or creek, including the McCloud River, Upper Sacramento River, Trinity River, and Eagle Creek. In Klamath National Forest, campers have options along the Klamath River, Scott River, and North Fork of the Salmon River, while equestrians can bunk down at Hidden Horse and Carter Meadows campgrounds near the Pacific Crest Trail.

Shasta Lake

Less than an hour away, California’s largest reservoir is a hotspot for all things water related. More than 30 public campgrounds can be found around the lake’s three main arms, including developed, group, boat-in, and dispersed shoreline campgrounds. Popular options include the Sacramento River Arm’s Lakeshore East Campground, the McCloud River Arm’s Bailey Cove Campground, and the Pit River Arm’s Jones Valley campgrounds. Private campgrounds and RV resorts offering more extensive amenities can also be found around the lake.

State Parks and Lassen National Forest

Southeast of Mount Shasta, McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park offers an epic waterfall and a campground, while PG&E runs several campgrounds around Lake Britton. Nearby Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park offers a unique boat-in campground on Big Lake. Several lakeside and riverside campgrounds can be found in the Hat Creek and Almanor ranger districts of Lassen National Forest, while Lassen Volcanic National Park offers a surreal landscape of volcanic and alpine terrain, pretty lakes, and eight campgrounds.

When to go

Summer is the best time for camping and hiking in the region. Popular campgrounds fill up early, especially over weekends and holidays. Most hiking trails are closed in the winter, but outdoor enthusiasts can go sledding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and even downhill skiing at the Mt. Shasta Ski Park. Waterfalls will be at their fullest in spring, while spring and summer are the best times for wildflowers.

Know before you go

  • Permits are required to enter the Mount Shasta Wilderness Area and to summit Mount Shasta.
  • You’ll need a vehicle to explore the region. Chains and 4WD are a good idea in the winter.
  • Fishing licenses are required for anglers aged 16 and older. Special regulations apply for some streams.
  • Be bear aware and store all scented items in a bear-proof container.

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