The best cave camping near Shasta Lake

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Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate camping resource for outdoor enthusiasts! Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the world of outdoor exploration, we've got you covered. With over 140 options near Shasta Lake, California that cater specifically to cave exploration, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect spot to satisfy your adventurous spirit. From the stunning Juniper Spur Ranch with 119 rave reviews to the cozy Peter's Forest Vacation Rentals with 52 reviews and the rustic Trank Family Farm and Gold site with 33 reviews, we've handpicked the top campsites for you to consider. With popular amenities like trash disposal, campfires, and cooking equipment, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And don't forget to take advantage of the exciting activities available, such as wildlife watching, swimming, and even surfing. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable cave camping experience near Shasta Lake, California!

98% (151) 84 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Shasta Lake

Lewiston Lake Getaway

1. Lewiston Lake Getaway

100%
(33)
22mi from Shasta Lake · 3 sites
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.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$195
 / night
Bigfoot Lodging Vacation Rentals

2. Bigfoot Lodging Vacation Rentals

94%
(157)
31mi from Shasta Lake · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Bigfoot Lodging, a peaceful campground nestled in the woods with majestic tall pine and cedar trees close to Lassen Volcanic National Park. There's also a lake, a year round creek with fish and a small waterfall on the property where you can relax in the natural and peaceful wooded setting . Quiet and beautiful place to enjoy with your friends and family. Amazing attractions near by like Subway Lava Tube Cave, Burney Falls, Shasta Lake and Caverns, Whiskeytown Lake and all amazing lakes and hiking trails up on Lassen. About 15 miles from the North entrance of Lassen National Volcanic Park.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$79
 / night
Lassen Glampsite (No Electricity)

3. Lassen Glampsite (No Electricity)

100%
(31)
48mi from Shasta Lake · 1 site
Please read entire description before booking :) Enjoy the beauty and wonder of Lassen National Park while staying at our cozy, comfortable summer vacation glampsite located in Lassen National Forest. The cabin has no electricity (no fridge, washer, dryer, etc), but is like a glampsite and has all the camping essentials, including drinking water, flush toilet, propane stove for cooking, comfortable beds and wood-burning fireplace to stay warm and night. Please bring your own bedding (one full size bed and queen size sofa bed). Please bring your own wood for the fireplace.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$85
 / night
Shasta-Trinity National Forest

4. Shasta-Trinity National Forest

93%
(137)
National forest 43mi from Shasta Lake · 912 sites
California’s largest national forest offers year-round outdoor adventures and diverse camping options.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Castle Crags State Park

5. Castle Crags State Park

85%
(12)
State park 33mi from Shasta Lake · 62 sites
Granite spires and scenic trails await at Castle Crags State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Two Birds Ranch

6. Two Birds Ranch

34mi from Shasta Lake · 1 site
We are a small farm. We love mountain living and would love to share our piece of heaven with you. We are located in the middle of Trinity National Forest and Shasta National Forest.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$75
 / night
Mendocino National Forest

7. Mendocino National Forest

91%
(34)
National forest 73mi from Shasta Lake · 463 sites
Minimal pavement and plenty of forest and wilderness ensure a rugged and wild outdoor experience.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lassen Volcanic National Park

8. Lassen Volcanic National Park

97%
(84)
National park 48mi from Shasta Lake · 336 sites
Find solitude and adventure in a surreal landscape of lakes, forests, and volcanic terrain.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lassen National Forest

9. Lassen National Forest

96%
(67)
National forest 53mi from Shasta Lake · 412 sites
Crossroads of California offers year-round recreation in volcanic, alpine, and wilderness terrain.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
Klamath National Forest

10. Klamath National Forest

91%
(28)
National forest 75mi from Shasta Lake · 288 sites
Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water

Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate camping resource for outdoor enthusiasts! Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the world of outdoor exploration, we've got you covered. With over 140 options near Shasta Lake, California that cater specifically to cave exploration, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect spot to satisfy your adventurous spirit. From the stunning Juniper Spur Ranch with 119 rave reviews to the cozy Peter's Forest Vacation Rentals with 52 reviews and the rustic Trank Family Farm and Gold site with 33 reviews, we've handpicked the top campsites for you to consider. With popular amenities like trash disposal, campfires, and cooking equipment, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And don't forget to take advantage of the exciting activities available, such as wildlife watching, swimming, and even surfing. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable cave camping experience near Shasta Lake, California!

98% (151) 84 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Shasta Lake

Lewiston Lake Getaway

1. Lewiston Lake Getaway

100%
(33)
22mi from Shasta Lake · 3 sites
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.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$195
 / night
Bigfoot Lodging Vacation Rentals

2. Bigfoot Lodging Vacation Rentals

94%
(157)
31mi from Shasta Lake · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Bigfoot Lodging, a peaceful campground nestled in the woods with majestic tall pine and cedar trees close to Lassen Volcanic National Park. There's also a lake, a year round creek with fish and a small waterfall on the property where you can relax in the natural and peaceful wooded setting . Quiet and beautiful place to enjoy with your friends and family. Amazing attractions near by like Subway Lava Tube Cave, Burney Falls, Shasta Lake and Caverns, Whiskeytown Lake and all amazing lakes and hiking trails up on Lassen. About 15 miles from the North entrance of Lassen National Volcanic Park.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$79
 / night
Lassen Glampsite (No Electricity)

3. Lassen Glampsite (No Electricity)

100%
(31)
48mi from Shasta Lake · 1 site
Please read entire description before booking :) Enjoy the beauty and wonder of Lassen National Park while staying at our cozy, comfortable summer vacation glampsite located in Lassen National Forest. The cabin has no electricity (no fridge, washer, dryer, etc), but is like a glampsite and has all the camping essentials, including drinking water, flush toilet, propane stove for cooking, comfortable beds and wood-burning fireplace to stay warm and night. Please bring your own bedding (one full size bed and queen size sofa bed). Please bring your own wood for the fireplace.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$85
 / night
Shasta-Trinity National Forest

4. Shasta-Trinity National Forest

93%
(137)
National forest 43mi from Shasta Lake · 912 sites
California’s largest national forest offers year-round outdoor adventures and diverse camping options.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Castle Crags State Park

5. Castle Crags State Park

85%
(12)
State park 33mi from Shasta Lake · 62 sites
Granite spires and scenic trails await at Castle Crags State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Two Birds Ranch

6. Two Birds Ranch

34mi from Shasta Lake · 1 site
We are a small farm. We love mountain living and would love to share our piece of heaven with you. We are located in the middle of Trinity National Forest and Shasta National Forest.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$75
 / night
Mendocino National Forest

7. Mendocino National Forest

91%
(34)
National forest 73mi from Shasta Lake · 463 sites
Minimal pavement and plenty of forest and wilderness ensure a rugged and wild outdoor experience.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lassen Volcanic National Park

8. Lassen Volcanic National Park

97%
(84)
National park 48mi from Shasta Lake · 336 sites
Find solitude and adventure in a surreal landscape of lakes, forests, and volcanic terrain.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lassen National Forest

9. Lassen National Forest

96%
(67)
National forest 53mi from Shasta Lake · 412 sites
Crossroads of California offers year-round recreation in volcanic, alpine, and wilderness terrain.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
Klamath National Forest

10. Klamath National Forest

91%
(28)
National forest 75mi from Shasta Lake · 288 sites
Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water

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