Panther Meadows Campground rests on the slopes of Mt. Shasta, 14 miles east of the town of Mount Shasta. At 7,420 feet, it is the highest campground on the mountain. Visitors to the campground enjoy wonderful vistas of the surrounding area from the summit of nearby 7,900-foot Gray Butte. Lassen Peak, Castle Crags, and the Sacramento River are visible on clear days. Another trail leads up the side of Mt. Shasta to over 9,000 feet.
Panther Meadows Campground has 10 walk-in, tent-only campsites. Trailers are not allowed at the campground. There is no drinking water at the campground, although those with quality wilderness filters can take advantage of creek water. Garbage must be packed out. The campground has a 3 day limit.
| Panther Meadows Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Panther Meadows Campground Location: | Everitt Memorial Highway off West Lake St. in Mount Shasta |
| Elevation: | 7,420 feet |
| Mileage from gateway city: | Redding - 76 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 10 |
| Camping Season: | Open July 1 through October, depending on weather |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Mt. Shasta Ranger Station: | (530) 926-4511 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| No Reservations | All campsites at Panther Meadows Campground are first-come, first-served. |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | None |
| Check-in, check-out: | any time, check-out Noon |
| Panther Meadows Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, no potable water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Nearby attractions: | Take the trail to the summit of Gray Butte or the trail up side of 14,162-foot Mt. Shasta to over 9,000 feet. |
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Visitors to the greater Mount Shasta area find an abundance of scenic attractions and interesting destinations.
Check Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Panther Meadows Campground for any campground updates.
