12 Best Private Campsites Near French Gulch, CA, US 2025

Looking for a camping getaway near French Gulch, California? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 99 private camping options available in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Prices start as low as $25 per night, with an average price of $50 per night. Check out some of the top campsites in the area, including Maple Creek Ranch (307 reviews), Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort (221 reviews), and Wild Plumas (111 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and showers, and are perfect for activities such as paddling, biking, and exploring historic sites. Start planning your camping adventure now!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping getaway near French Gulch, California? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 99 private camping options available in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Prices start as low as $25 per night, with an average price of $50 per night. Check out some of the top campsites in the area, including Maple Creek Ranch (307 reviews), Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort (221 reviews), and Wild Plumas (111 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and showers, and are perfect for activities such as paddling, biking, and exploring historic sites. Start planning your camping adventure now!

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1. Walker Mine Campground

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11mi from French Gulch · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Redding, CA

Walker Mine Campground is surrounded by hundreds of acres of BLM land ready to be explored. Choose from a variety of secluded campsites perfect to rest and recharge for your next adventure. There are miles and miles of well maintained trails from Shasta Dam down to Keswick Reservoir and beyond.

2. Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

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23mi from French Gulch · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · 122.928142, CA

Private Tent Camping: under the stars. Park at your campsite! Community areas, swimming holes, creek running through ALL campsites, shared lodge & rustic accommodations. No fee for children or dogs~ Follow for updates on IG or X @ResortTrinity Trinity Outpost Wilderness is a private campground that is committed to the land-sharing ethos of Hipcamp preserving ecology and defending habitat for wildlife and pollinators. The mineral springs and trails are open to the public during the daytime. We also host with WWOOF, we have many cultural exchange volunteers helping us bring life back to this historic land building an organic farm and sustainable community. Campground is yours to book but is also surrounded by National Forest Land which belongs to everyone. We expect zero exceptions to the leave no trace standards we have put forward for our private land share. Fall asleep stargazing under a dark sky, surrounded by trees, water and wildlife. Wake up to birds chirping then a 10 min hike to visit the Cold mineral springs bubbling out of the mountainside, attracting many types of wildlife along with people seeking out the healing properties of the sulfur scented spring water. Sacred healing mineral spring "Deadshot" named by the native peoples for its ability to cure all ailments with 'one shot'. Nipisum or 'health water' was later bottled by the California Medicinal Springs Co. after the land was homesteaded in 1886. This historic retreat rests at the foot of lower Chanchelulla 'black rock' Mountain. Bordering a Wilderness Area this land is pristine and wild inhabited by many animals and incredible bio-diversity such as Pileated Woodpeckers, Golden Eagle, Bald Eagle, Blackhawk, Goshawk, Great Horned Owl, Flying Squirrel, Pacific King Snake, Salamanders and Protected Spawning Rainbow Trout. 100+ acres with private hiking trails along the stream for easy trekking, and summit trails (climbing up to almost 6,000 ft.) to the peak. Our aim is to restore the land from the last 100 years of habitation using innovation to renovate the campground and baths for the next 100 years. With your help we hope to revitalize the community of Trinity County, as well as educate and generate support for WILDERNESS, public forest lands and the agencies that manage them.

3. Alpen Vineyard Hideaway

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22mi from French Gulch · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Trinity Center, CA

Alpen Cellars Winery was established on a family ranch in the spring of 1984; it is situated in a picturesque mountain valley at the foot of towering craggy peaks in the rugged Trinity Lake region of Trinity County, California. Alpen Cellars is a family venture in which each of us take part in the long painstaking process of wine production. From pruning to harvest, crush to fermentation and bottling, we strive for fine wine and a connection to our customers. It may seem like an unlikely location to grow wine grapes, but the combination of high elevation and favorable microclimate provide the ideal conditions for early maturing grapes.

4. Shasta Cottages

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45mi from French Gulch · 2 sites · Lodging · Mount Shasta, CA

Amazing Full View of Mt Shasta, french doors open to a private deck, with a barrel sauna that is yours to use at anytime. just follow instructions in a welcomed frame your private driveway is marked by an angel flag We sanitize the space for your comfort with eco friendly products. A complete kitchenette, with two plugin burners, with all you need for cooking Living room with a sofa/bed, smart tv w/ just netflix Great for walks, bike rides, hiking in a quiet neighborhood that's on a private road The space The Angel Cottage has a special feel to it all of its own. it has a private driveway and parking space and the amenities only add to what this cottage offers. It has two plug-in burners to enjoy eating a nice meal at the cottage with all your needs for cooking. you can enjoying a private sauna on the back deck of the cottage at anytime Where you can enjoy relaxing with the complete view of Mt Shasta. Its a retreat of peace and fulfillment, also it's only a couple of miles from town or a drive on the way up to the mountain. With a book of areas to visit while here. It is our intention to respect your privacy, while being available for you. Guest access information will be given upon booking for the Angel Cottage. Easy access from a private road, driving up to the cottage there is a blue parking bumper you may park by. the area feels private with the trees that surround it.

5. Lewiston Lake Getaway

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8.6mi from French Gulch · 3 sites · Lodging · Lewiston, CA

Originally a gold and quartz mine, Lakeview Terrace Resort was built by the Army Corp of Engineers to house the workers building the Trinity Dam in the 1960's. Experience the rich history and tranquil setting of the Shasta Trinity National Forest!There is a reason some call Lewiston Lake the best-kept secret in California. Far less crowded than neighboring Trinity and nearby Shasta Lakes, Lewiston Lake is the ideal destination when you truly wish to get away from it all. Nestled hillside overlooking the peaceful Lewiston Lake, you will find Lakeview Terrace Resort serving up some of the best camping in Northern California. Large pool, open late spring through the hot months. Playground, Horseshoe pit, Restrooms with showers, Coin laundry, Wi-fi hotspot, Darts, croquet, badminton, ping pong, Fire pits, Amphitheatere. We offer many options for your Lewiston Lake camping adventure.Fully appointed cabin rentals with 1-5 bedrooms Full 30 and 50 amp RV hookups. We'd love to speak with you about your upcoming travel plans.

6. Cascade Arc Camping

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38mi from French Gulch · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Montgomery Creek, CA

From an old hydraulic mill, to an apple farm with a cider press, to a Wilderness Recovery Center for at-risk youth, our property has seen many great eras. After being neglected for over 20 years, we are trying to resurrect it to its full glory and incorporate the past into our property's future. Come stay on 192 epic acres of land now used as our home, and your perfect vacation location.

7. Rock Farm Ranch

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46mi from French Gulch · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Callahan, CA

IMPORTANT: I DON'T CHECK TEXTS; USE PHONE CALL: 541-301-3331 Beautiful Scott Valley, a hidden destination loved by stargazers. campers, hikers, bikers, hunters, fishers, nature lovers, rock climbers, and prospectors. Property straddles Hwy. 3 between Etna and Callahan. Hwy. 3 is not busy during the day and evening traffic drops off to almost nothing. Very rural farming/ranching area. No agricultural, ranching or spraying nearby, though. Lots of blue-green Serpentine stone here, hence the name "Rock Farm." We are an organic farm so we take care to use nontoxic agriculture. Fresh spring water provided, primitive camping and some more luxurious sites. We always make improvements. Bathroom available, haul water to flush toilet. Dark nights with no light pollution gives great sky watching. Mountain views in daytime. Very quiet at night,. Near beautiful Kangaroo Lake and Mount Shasta. Peaceful, pristine .Property for sale, all or part. Ask Nina for details. Private wooded area for primitive camping or RV. Improved sites with bathroom tables; chairs, firepit. 35 acres so you can choose the site you like. when you arrive. Mountain Views are amazing. Swimming hole nearby. Right off Hwy 3 between Etna and Callahan, California. Or, camp across the street by the old wooden mill building for company. Small wetland nearby brings lots of birds to sing you awake in the morning. Open, level space great for nighttime stargazing. Property has a gate you can close at night. One hour drive to Mt. Shasta or Ashland, Oregon. Groceries, massage, hardware store, laundry, bakery, showers, restaurants in Etna 8 miles away. Farmer's market in Etna Saturday morning. Not far from PCT trailhead outside of Callahan CA. If you need a ride from there, call and we'll pick you up if possible for $20. Firewood available, $1. a stick. Near Kangaroo lake for fishing, swimming, hiking, boating. Bicycle groups and motorcycle groups going by every summer. We're at 3000 feet, so nights are cool even in summer. Bright stars, Air fresh and clean. Minimal mosquitos due to dry climate. We call it "RockFarm" because there's Serpentine rock here and you're welcome to collect some. Even pan for gold and swim in Scott River nearby.

8. Sol Spirit Farm

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50mi from French Gulch · 6 sites · Lodging · Salyer, CA

Learn more about this land:Come experience life on a cannabis farm in the Emerald Triangle! We are a working farm, so there is always something happening in the garden. Depending on when you visit, we might be planting, pruning, harvesting, cloning, trimming, or some combination of those activities. We designed this experience to share our love of regenerative farming with others. The six tents are all located within a central "glampground" surrounded by our cannabis farm and vegetable and livestock areas. We are in "Bigfoot Country" in the Emerald Triangle of Northern California. Due to severe fire danger in the summer, we don't allow personal fires, but instead include organic farm to table meals in the price of your stay, using eggs, meat and produce from our farm or other local farms (vegetarian and vegan options available.) Let us cook for you and make your vacation that much more relaxing. You can also schedule a river float or whitewater rafting trip with us for an additional fee. The area is home to world class river rafting, pristine swimming holes, extraordinary cannabis farms, vineyards, fishing and wildlife sightings. We can help you plan your days to take in all this beautiful area has to offer.

Camper favorites near French Gulch

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Shasta Cottages

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45mi from French Gulch · 2 sites · Lodging · Mount Shasta, CA

Amazing Full View of Mt Shasta, french doors open to a private deck, with a barrel sauna that is yours to use at anytime. just follow instructions in a welcomed frame your private driveway is marked by an angel flag We sanitize the space for your comfort with eco friendly products. A complete kitchenette, with two plugin burners, with all you need for cooking Living room with a sofa/bed, smart tv w/ just netflix Great for walks, bike rides, hiking in a quiet neighborhood that's on a private road The space The Angel Cottage has a special feel to it all of its own. it has a private driveway and parking space and the amenities only add to what this cottage offers. It has two plug-in burners to enjoy eating a nice meal at the cottage with all your needs for cooking. you can enjoying a private sauna on the back deck of the cottage at anytime Where you can enjoy relaxing with the complete view of Mt Shasta. Its a retreat of peace and fulfillment, also it's only a couple of miles from town or a drive on the way up to the mountain. With a book of areas to visit while here. It is our intention to respect your privacy, while being available for you. Guest access information will be given upon booking for the Angel Cottage. Easy access from a private road, driving up to the cottage there is a blue parking bumper you may park by. the area feels private with the trees that surround it.

Lewiston Lake Getaway

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8.6mi from French Gulch · 3 sites · Lodging · Lewiston, CA

Originally a gold and quartz mine, Lakeview Terrace Resort was built by the Army Corp of Engineers to house the workers building the Trinity Dam in the 1960's. Experience the rich history and tranquil setting of the Shasta Trinity National Forest!There is a reason some call Lewiston Lake the best-kept secret in California. Far less crowded than neighboring Trinity and nearby Shasta Lakes, Lewiston Lake is the ideal destination when you truly wish to get away from it all. Nestled hillside overlooking the peaceful Lewiston Lake, you will find Lakeview Terrace Resort serving up some of the best camping in Northern California. Large pool, open late spring through the hot months. Playground, Horseshoe pit, Restrooms with showers, Coin laundry, Wi-fi hotspot, Darts, croquet, badminton, ping pong, Fire pits, Amphitheatere. We offer many options for your Lewiston Lake camping adventure.Fully appointed cabin rentals with 1-5 bedrooms Full 30 and 50 amp RV hookups. We'd love to speak with you about your upcoming travel plans.

Cascade Arc Camping

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38mi from French Gulch · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Montgomery Creek, CA

From an old hydraulic mill, to an apple farm with a cider press, to a Wilderness Recovery Center for at-risk youth, our property has seen many great eras. After being neglected for over 20 years, we are trying to resurrect it to its full glory and incorporate the past into our property's future. Come stay on 192 epic acres of land now used as our home, and your perfect vacation location.

Rock Farm Ranch

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46mi from French Gulch · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Callahan, CA

IMPORTANT: I DON'T CHECK TEXTS; USE PHONE CALL: 541-301-3331 Beautiful Scott Valley, a hidden destination loved by stargazers. campers, hikers, bikers, hunters, fishers, nature lovers, rock climbers, and prospectors. Property straddles Hwy. 3 between Etna and Callahan. Hwy. 3 is not busy during the day and evening traffic drops off to almost nothing. Very rural farming/ranching area. No agricultural, ranching or spraying nearby, though. Lots of blue-green Serpentine stone here, hence the name "Rock Farm." We are an organic farm so we take care to use nontoxic agriculture. Fresh spring water provided, primitive camping and some more luxurious sites. We always make improvements. Bathroom available, haul water to flush toilet. Dark nights with no light pollution gives great sky watching. Mountain views in daytime. Very quiet at night,. Near beautiful Kangaroo Lake and Mount Shasta. Peaceful, pristine .Property for sale, all or part. Ask Nina for details. Private wooded area for primitive camping or RV. Improved sites with bathroom tables; chairs, firepit. 35 acres so you can choose the site you like. when you arrive. Mountain Views are amazing. Swimming hole nearby. Right off Hwy 3 between Etna and Callahan, California. Or, camp across the street by the old wooden mill building for company. Small wetland nearby brings lots of birds to sing you awake in the morning. Open, level space great for nighttime stargazing. Property has a gate you can close at night. One hour drive to Mt. Shasta or Ashland, Oregon. Groceries, massage, hardware store, laundry, bakery, showers, restaurants in Etna 8 miles away. Farmer's market in Etna Saturday morning. Not far from PCT trailhead outside of Callahan CA. If you need a ride from there, call and we'll pick you up if possible for $20. Firewood available, $1. a stick. Near Kangaroo lake for fishing, swimming, hiking, boating. Bicycle groups and motorcycle groups going by every summer. We're at 3000 feet, so nights are cool even in summer. Bright stars, Air fresh and clean. Minimal mosquitos due to dry climate. We call it "RockFarm" because there's Serpentine rock here and you're welcome to collect some. Even pan for gold and swim in Scott River nearby.

Sol Spirit Farm

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50mi from French Gulch · 6 sites · Lodging · Salyer, CA

Learn more about this land:Come experience life on a cannabis farm in the Emerald Triangle! We are a working farm, so there is always something happening in the garden. Depending on when you visit, we might be planting, pruning, harvesting, cloning, trimming, or some combination of those activities. We designed this experience to share our love of regenerative farming with others. The six tents are all located within a central "glampground" surrounded by our cannabis farm and vegetable and livestock areas. We are in "Bigfoot Country" in the Emerald Triangle of Northern California. Due to severe fire danger in the summer, we don't allow personal fires, but instead include organic farm to table meals in the price of your stay, using eggs, meat and produce from our farm or other local farms (vegetarian and vegan options available.) Let us cook for you and make your vacation that much more relaxing. You can also schedule a river float or whitewater rafting trip with us for an additional fee. The area is home to world class river rafting, pristine swimming holes, extraordinary cannabis farms, vineyards, fishing and wildlife sightings. We can help you plan your days to take in all this beautiful area has to offer.

Stories from the community

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Sarah

October 2025

With pets

1 night at Alpen Vineyard Hideaway

Such a great private retreat with our 3 pups! It has everything needed for a glamping getaway and more! Very clean all around. All amenities were there and taken care of well. Peaceful and absolutely beautiful! Nice swimming hole that we wished we could have jumped in but the weather was a bit chilly! We also stopped by the winery and met Leith who gave us a great rundown of the history which was a pleasant little bonus! We will come back next summer for a few more day with friends to enjoy!

Ivy

October 2025

15 ft campervan

1 night at Rock Farm Ranch

Loved this ranch camping spot! Vast fields to explore by day and mind-blowing stars by night. The kind of place that makes you want to stay forever.

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Athena

October 2025

With pets

2 nights at Shasta Cottages

A beautiful view of Mr Shasta. Comfortable bed. Well stocked kitchenette.

Enjoy coffee or a beer right next to the pond!

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Grace

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Cascade Arc Camping

The property was beautiful and I really enjoyed staying in the yurt! The location also cannot be beat—perfectly in between lake Shasta, Lassen, and Mt Shasta!

Eugenia

September 2025

4 nights at Cascade Arc Camping

I loved the property and the yurt in particular! It was very clean and had everything we needed. It made it so easy to enjoy the outdoors without having to bring all our tent and cooking items. The location was ideal for enjoying the surrounding falls and parks! We’d love to come back!

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david

September 2025

3 nights at Cascade Arc Camping

Great space, beautiful property. Super nice yurt - very comfortable Spacious for 2. Stove and supplies worked well Lucas very attentive - making sure I had everything I needed Suggested I kept my space organized safe - stored foods and no flames. Great location for fishing local rivers

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George

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cascade Arc Camping

Lucas received us when we arrived at the camp site. He showed us around, had water for washing dishes and potable water ready. Camping among the apple trees under a starry night was beautiful. If you are riding a motorcycle, be aware that the road within the property is packed gravel.

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Emma

September 2025

20 ft campervan

With kids

2 nights at Walker Mine Campground

Wonderful stay and hosts! Incredibly helpful, all our questions were answered in minutes and the place was so quiet and peaceful, and all to ourselves! Would love to come back.

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Angela

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

My boyfriend and I stayed at Trinity Wilderness Outpost on Labor Day weekend and had a great time. The campsites were spacious and beautiful. The hosts were super helpful and friendly. It was nice having flushing toilets, a small sink area to do dishes, and potable water. We did this trip by ourselves, but would totally come back with a bigger group after seeing the size of the campsites. The drive wasn't bad at all, and totally worth it. We love the early check in and check out, which made us feel relaxed about our timing and not on a rigid schedule.

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Michael

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

Cody & Kerry were amazing hosts. We drank fresh mountain spring water each day courtesy of the taps on the campgrounds. The creeks provided seemingly endless opportunities to explore. I'll miss falling asleep under the stars listening to the sounds of the stream next to our tent. I'll be back!

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Lucinda

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

We had a beautiful stay at Trinity outpost! Thank you to Cody and Kerry for everything.

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Debora

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Alpen Vineyard Hideaway

Alpen Vineyard Hideaway is wonderful! So thoughtfully created and operated. Coming to this glamping hideaway after a few nights of tent camping (which was lovely as well) was the perfect and comfortable way to end our multi-day camping trip! The Groves family have thought of nearly everything! The only recommended additions I would suggest guests bring are a tablecloth for the picnic table and a shade umbrella for the beach at the LOVELY swimming hole! Keith, the winemaker/owner, and his family clearly love what they do, and enjoy sharing the rich history of their special valley and vineyard with others! Thank you to the Groves family and all who help make the winery and lodgings so wonderful!

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Vanessa

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

Definitely a hidden gem! Quite a long drive on the dirt road to get to the location. Checked in at the Deerlick Springs Store and then was escorted further into the campground to reach our reserved spot. We had first pick of about 6-7 spots because we arrived before anyone else. We chose the very end spot next to the swimming hole, which our dogs loved. End of Aug, the water was low, but we still enjoyed every moment. Potable water and restrooms were very close, and the campground was very quiet despite the holiday weekend because the spots were so spread out. We want to return in June next year when the creek is higher. It was a beautiful place and the hosts were amazing!

Grethe

August 2025

4 nights at Alpen Vineyard Hideaway

The Alpen Cellars campsite was so wonderfully quiet and peaceful with a view of the vineyard and mountains. It was equipped with all the essentials needed for cooking, the bed was really comfortable and the bathroom and shower facility clean, spacious and well equipped with soap, shampoo and also an assortment of sunscreen and bug spray in case you forgot your own. We spent 4 nights, and we are already looking forward to coming next year.

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Kasee

August 2025

25 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

It was an amazing experience in touch with nature mineral springs. The creek beds surrounding you are so peaceful to wake up to and the stars absolutely beautiful…. It seemed sketchy at first because it’s truly up in the forest and the drive is long but totally worth it: take note make sure you have everything you need and want there are no stores or gas stations near. We didn’t see anything but dear….no animals at night to worry about. It’s definitely a place you want to stay a week or so at just to take it all in….. We definitely are going back! New favorite spot thanks Carrie you are awesome!!!!!

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aaron

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

This place was great! Wonderful hosts, strong Wi-Fi at the General store and drinkable water at the site! There’s a cool springs lots of creeks wildlife in nature super quiet and remote. I’ll definitely be back!

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Patrick

August 2025

1 night at Alpen Vineyard Hideaway

Veey nice 'glamping' site with hot water, flush toilets and a shower. Super quiet and secluded.

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Michel

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Walker Mine Campground

Highly recommend! Great location close to River, Lake Shasta and a ton of other things. Nicely secluded while being easy to access. Great hosts; Greg and Teresa were very thoughtful, provided easy to follow instructions and did light check-ins to make sure everything was cool! Awesome time; very chill and family friendly. Thank you!

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Paula

August 2025

2 nights at Alpen Vineyard Hideaway

We loved camping/glamping at Alpen Cellar’s. The camp site we stayed at overlooked their vineyard. Such a beautiful place to relax!! We enjoyed the wine tasting and the recommendations for fishing and sightseeing around the area. We were grateful they shared the swimming hole with us so we could cool off on a hot summers day. We got to know our neighbors at the site next to us. Our sites were private and equipped with a cooking stove and utensils to use. Their bathroom and shower room were so thoughtfully decorated. Thank you again for a lovely stay!! W We can’t wait to come back and stay

General store where you check in (free WiFi here!)

Eva

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

Great place in the forest next to a small creek with some water holes to dip in, off leash for dogs, summer camp vibes with volleyball court and trails.