The best cave campgrounds in Trinity Alps

Experience the splendor of the Trinity Alps, an unparalleled camping destination in California. Camp from late spring to early fall, enjoying mild weather and accessible trails. Nearby towns like Weaverville provide amenities and attractions, including historic sites, shops, and opportunities for boating and fishing on Trinity Lake. Explore scenic hikes with breathtaking vistas, discover alpine lakes, and witness enchanting waterfalls. Wildlife enthusiasts may encounter black bears, elk, and diverse bird species. Remember permits and essential camping gear. Escape the city's chaos, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of the Trinity Alps, and embark on an unforgettable camping adventure in this pristine wilderness.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Trinity Alps

Experience the splendor of the Trinity Alps, an unparalleled camping destination in California. Camp from late spring to early fall, enjoying mild weather and accessible trails. Nearby towns like Weaverville provide amenities and attractions, including historic sites, shops, and opportunities for boating and fishing on Trinity Lake. Explore scenic hikes with breathtaking vistas, discover alpine lakes, and witness enchanting waterfalls. Wildlife enthusiasts may encounter black bears, elk, and diverse bird species. Remember permits and essential camping gear. Escape the city's chaos, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of the Trinity Alps, and embark on an unforgettable camping adventure in this pristine wilderness.

99% (265) • 85 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Trinity Alps

1. Juniper Spur Ranch

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3 sites · Tents, RVs · Weed, CA

Welcome to Juniper Spur Ranch! Directions: GPS Juniper Valley Spur....this is a short culdesac road with a road sign at the entrance off Juniper Valley Drive. There is a green pipe rail gate at the end. This gate has a combination lock. You will receive the current combination code 2 days before your arrival. If you are turning onto a dirt road without a sign....you are on the wrong road. Juniper Valley Spur is my short culdesac road with a road sign and a locked green pipe rail gate at the end. 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 relatively 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. There is no shower available but you could wash off hands and feet if desired with the hose. 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.

2. Two Horses Ranch

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1 site · Tent, RV · Weed, CA

Very quiet property north of Mt Shasta. No neighbors with water and outhouse. Rock climbing, horse access and thirty minutes from Mt Shasta skiing. Twelve miles from Weed, Ca . Tall pines and Juniper. Rare Fungus reserves. 30 ft yurt is close to completion. Host on property. All animals welcome.

3. Lewiston Lake Getaway

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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.

4. Shasta-Trinity National Forest

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912 sites · Junction City, California

California’s largest national forest offers year-round outdoor adventures and diverse camping options.

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5. Klamath National Forest

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288 sites · Greenview, California

Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.

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6. Two Birds Ranch

1 site · Lodging · Platina, CA

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.

7. Castle Crags State Park

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(12)

62 sites · Dunsmuir, California

Granite spires and scenic trails await at Castle Crags State Park.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Anthony

3 weeks ago

21 ft campervan

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

It's my second time at this amazing property, it did not disappoint! Beautiful view of Mt Shasta.

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Adrian

November 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Two Horses Ranch

Lovely area, love the smell of juniper trees, if youre planning to camp this time of year note that it can get into the freezing temperatures, view of shasta is amazing. Theres a local dollar general 15 minutes away should you ever forget and need anything.

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Krizzia

October 2025

30 ft Class C

With kids

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

Patrice’s land is so beautiful and spacious. My family and I enjoyed the stars, and appreciated Patrice’s kindness and quick/great communication. Would definitely recommend and come back to stay longer!

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Bridget

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Juniper Spur Ranch

A perfect spot to stay to explore the Mount Shasta area. Gorgeous unobstructed view of the mountain. It was quiet and peaceful, and I felt safe as a solo traveler.

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Steve

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

Patrice’s campsite is as described by others and in the hip camp listing. It sits in the middle of a large piece of property just past the town of Weed off Highway 97. We liked this location and site. We pitched our tent on flat ground that felt remote, quiet, and off the beaten path. Campsite 3 had a great view of Mt. Shasta, though when we were there it was covered in clouds. You should be aware that the Porta-potty feels like a long walk from the site (100-200 yards). Patrice is super responsive and will make sure you have everything you need.

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Jodie

October 2025

22 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Juniper Spur Ranch

The views from this site were phenomenal! Total privacy and a picnic table. Site was fairly flat.

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Dylan

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Two Horses Ranch

Very peaceful and quiet. Beautiful views of Mt Shasta right from my campsite

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James

October 2025

18 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Two Horses Ranch

Beautiful site in a nice location. It is a work in progress. No bathroom or showers yet, but the host is working on them. I enjoyed staying there and it will get nothing but better. Pat is a delightful host.

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James

October 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at Two Horses Ranch

Beautiful setting. Host was friendly and helpful. Site is a working progress but very nice.

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Karen

October 2025

13 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

Everything about Patrice’s land she shares is special. It is close to the main road without feeling close to it. Patrice was readily available when I got to the gate and I had not seen the text with the gate code. She answered right away and got me in the gate. The views are stunning and then there is Mt. Shasta too. Thank you Patrice

Devon

September 2025

24 ft Class C

1 night at Two Horses Ranch

Be sure to follow his directions, not Apple Maps. Also, be aware cell service is limited at best and there wasn’t WiFi. However, it’s a cool spot. The views are amazing and the stars are breath taking. A bit rugged and rural, so make sure you’re prepared. The views of Mount Shasta are top notch!

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Kevin

September 2025

18 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Juniper Spur Ranch

Beautiful landscape! Perfect spot to relax and recharge before a day in Shasta.

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Amy

September 2025

22 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Juniper Spur Ranch

Beautiful views, easy directions and clean porta potty. Overall, an excellent spot to camp for my quick one stay.

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Caitlin

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Juniper Spur Ranch

Patrice’s hipcamp was lovely. We got the Chi Gong add-on which was such a fun learning experience. The sites aren’t numbered so finding our spot was a little tricky, but we had a wonderful time and I would 100% recommend. A nice private spot on a holiday weekend— tough to find.

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ORBIT

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Two Horses Ranch

This is a great spot surrounded by beautiful environments. The view of Shasta is ideal and the camping spots themselves are great. Would definitely enjoy this hipcamp again!

Campsite #2 Full drive through turn around.

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Brian

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

Absolute gem. The stargazing and view of Shasta are incredible. Friendly host and easy stay with large sites!

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Sam

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

Gorgeous views of Mt. Shasta on beautiful private land! I stayed at site #3 and enjoyed that it was a bit separated from the rest of the site and had stunning unobstructed views. It was easy to find the location and access the site. No facilities other than a porta potty but it was clean. I would definitely recommend, perfect location to stop for a night along the 5 or to explore Shasta from. I would prefer this over staying on the mountain itself.

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Dana

August 2025

6 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

Beautiful view and communicative host! Thorough directions made it easy to find our way even with a late arrival.

Mark

August 2025

28 ft campervan

With kids

1 night at Juniper Spur Ranch

We had a wonderful stay at Juniper Spur Ranch! 🌅 The views were incredible and the sunsets were absolutely breathtaking. The directions Patrice provided were spot-on and essential for finding the campsite — we were glad we had them. Once we arrived, the atmosphere was quiet, peaceful, and everything we had hoped for. From site #3, we could see the horses in the distance, which was such a lovely touch to the scenery. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a serene, scenic place to camp!

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Meredith

August 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Juniper Spur Ranch

Beautiful spot! Gorgeous view. No shade in sight :)