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Trailer Lane Campground

19 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Weed, CA

Conveniently located along 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 and BBQ area, too! Minutes from world-class fishing, hiking, climbing, kayaking, skiing... all year long, it's an outdoorsman's paradise! Use us as your base camp for all your North State adventures! Did we mention we have barn cats, goats, chickens, and turkeys to watch, feed and pet? Fruit trees and 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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Juniper Valley Campsites

2 sites · RVs, Tents24 acres · Weed, CA

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Perch Riverview Glamping

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Willow Creek, CA

12 acres on the beautiful Trinity River. A private road down to a swimming hole that dreams are made of with jumping rocks and a lagoon. A meadow filled with foxes and fruit trees. Star gazing every night. Coffee with a river view and mountains. The ranch is full of gorgeous manzanitas and hammocks. what dreams are made of

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Juniper Spur Ranch

3 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · 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 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 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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Trinity Outpost Wilderness Resort

13 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · 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 update tweets @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 inclusive community. The campground is your 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.

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Cabin Hideaway

3 sites · Lodging, RVs2 acres · Dunsmuir, CA

This little cabin is located in Cedar Pines Rv Resort.

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Osprey’s Perch

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · CA

The Salmon River watershed is among the cleanest in the world. There are plenty of hiking trails and beautiful places to experience. Osprey’s Perch is set up well for serving as a base camp for local activities like hunting, fishing, kayaking, rafting, day hiking, or just spending time on the river at one of the few private access points in existence. Camp is set up in a way that enables you to roast some brussel sprouts, or bake a pie if you so desire. I mean, how many camps offer that! The commercial gas range also serves as a great backup when fire restrictions are in effect! I hope you enjoy your stay and if you have any questions please reach out! Learn more about this land: Osprey’s perch is a small campsite perched above the Salmon River. The pit toilet is just downhill from the camp at the end of a trail winding down through the meadow and to the right. There is private access to secluded swimming and fishing holes on the lower Salmon River down the meadow trail and to the left. A bridge provides shelter from rain if needed. The area is known for its world class steelhead fishing and is unparalleled in its natural beauty. The elk even stop by occasionally on a late winter/early spring morning if you are lucky enough to get the timing right… I hope you enjoy our most recently additions, tent pads on a nice deep bed of chips, and a dog run for your best friend!

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Rise and Shine

4 sites · RVs2 acres · Mount Shasta, CA

Welcome to Spring Hill Nursery and Gardens. Experience nursery life as if you live on the property. We do! We have an affordable option that puts you in the fabulous town of Mount Shasta, adjacent to a source of the Sacramento River watershed. Guests will stay in the 20 space parking lot of our retail garden nursery. After hours, you’ll have roaming access to the entire nursery space , restrooms (SW corner), and water. After hours use gate to the right of entrance. It must remain closed at all times to keep the deer out. There is a maximum of 4 vehicles per night, with a max length is 24 ft. This allows guests to have plenty of space to themselves. Park on the right side of lot. Extension cords available with a Venmo code attached, for an additional $5. They will be hanging next to the after hours gate. Water hose bib is near entrance After the nursery closes you’ll have the entire retail space available to wander in. Porta Potties are located in the SW corner of the lot. Depending on when you stay with us, we could be closed for the season, or right in the middle of all the hustle and bustle. We will mark special event dates on our calender, yet still continue to offer camp space for those aware of a more “festy style” camping experience. Events at the nursery are quite special. We’ll offer you discounted tickets to concerts if you happen to be here during that time Please be mindful of the private home that shares the property Check in. March-June 5pm July-Feb 3pm Check out 10am Class B RV only No tents Pets allowed on leash or decent voice command. Clean Up after them Quiet time is 10pm (events 12AM) Nearby walking/biking distance Headwaters City Park-across street Spring Hill Trail-across the street Downtown-3/4 mile Caveats Late check in. Early checkout Railroad. Overnight activity is minimal No water available Dec-Feb Deliveries. They come without notice sometimes. We’ll compensate you in some way, if this is ever an issue. Booking far in advance is fine, but we may have an event that gets booked at the same time. If so we will contact you immediately to discuss options

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Maren G.’s Land

2 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Bella Vista, CA

Beautiful 8 acres on a private pond that is fully stocked with large and small mouth bass, blue gill, carp and catfish. Different spots to choose from with different privacy levels and access to power and water at some camp spots. 10 minutes to Shasta Lake, 20 mins to Whiskeytown Lake, shooting range and dirt bike trails within 20 minutes. Right off the highway (heads up, you can hear the road from camp) so it's easy to find and quick access to Redding, 7 minutes away.

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Radio Ranch Camp

8 sites · Lodging30 acres · Burnt Ranch, CA

Welcome nature lovers, adventurers, foragers, outdoor-enthusiasts, rock hounds, bird watchers, and tree huggers. If you love to fish, hike, forage, raft, swim, kayak, camp, go tubing, or explore, Radio Ranch is a must-experience respite in the woods. We are conveniently located between Portland, OR and San Francisco, CA, between Eureka, CA and Redding, CA. We are 15 minutes from Willow Creek, 1 hour from HWY 101 and 2.5 hours from I-5. Our one of a kind, 100% off-grid luxury campsites offer complete privacy and views you can't get anywhere else! Each site is located near one of our creeks so you can enjoy the sounds of flowing water. Visit our *two* large waterfalls on a hike through 30 beautiful acres. Our light show at dusk lasts approximately 3 hours each evening because we believe that nighttime should be just as beautiful as the day. Breathtaking views of Ironside Mountain make a gorgeous backdrop for weddings, events, and photoshoots. Ask about whole property rental! Each site rental comes with shared access to modern off-grid showers, restrooms (including our very popular clawfoot tub), and an outdoor kitchen with BBQs and a wood-fired pizza oven plus public space that is Instagram worthy. Free WIFI is also included, so it is perfect for remote workers. Check-in is contactless and simple. We only allow 2-10 guests on the property at once, so it's peaceful and quiet and feels like it's all yours! Don't wait to book because space is very limited. Treat yourself to a stay with us. Radio Ranch is the perfect place to get away from it all, while still having it all. Relax and rejuvenate at Radio Ranch. *Recommended for ages 21+. Children under 21 must be accompanied by a guardian. Pets are welcome for a small pet fee! This is an off-grid experience, meaning there are no electrical outlets. We recommend bringing a backup battery to charge devices. This experience may not be suitable for those who need electricity for medical equipment.

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Trinity River FlyCamp

4 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Lewiston, CA

FlyCamp is Trinty River front property surrounded by BLM land and Salmon spawning pond, adjacent to a federally maintained drift boat launch and bathroom. This stretch of river is classified as Wild and Scenic and is legendary for its salmon, steelhead and Brown Trout fishing by drift boat starting from the Old Bridge in Lewiston or from the property ending at the Steel Bridge take out, or wading the more than 2 mile of river front. The natural beauty of the Trinity River has been one of the most popular sights for visitors to the north coast. Scenic Highway 299 makes easy access to many points of interest. Rafts, canoes and kayaks frequent the rapids in the springtime, and tubers enjoy summertime flows.

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Shasta Gardens

5 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Mount Shasta, CA

Nestled in the heart of Mt Shasta, walking distance from downtown Mt Shasta and only one block away from health food store. Pet and cannabis friendly. Outdoor bathrooms are available with many spaces available for 360* views of of our local mountains. Guests will receive additional 10% off from Elevate Shasta dispensary next door. Enjoy the best drinking waters.we are located close to the train railroad and can exiting and loud for some, if you are sensitive to horns please bring a ear plugs or it can be purchased here if needed.

The best camping near Trinity Lake guide

Overview

About

Trinity Lake is is a man made body of water with several marinas, campgrounds, and plenty of hiking opportunities. Known for its fishing, kayaking, and boat rentals there is always something new to try out on the water. Northwest of Redding, CA, Trinity Lake is one of the largest reservoirs in California. Like many other towns in the region, Trinity got it's start during the gold rush and as a result there are many local mining attractions nearby.

When to go

The best time to visit Trinity Lake is during the late spring to early fall, when the weather is warm and the natural beauty is at its peak. Winter can be harsh, with roads less accessible due to snow, making some areas of the lake difficult to reach.

Know before you go

Check weather conditions before your trip, as mountain weather can be unpredictable.
Be bear aware; store food securely and dispose of garbage properly.
Some areas may have limited cell phone reception; plan accordingly.
Boating permits are required for watercraft; ensure you have the necessary documentation.
Visit the official website for updates on any closures or restrictions.