Cattle Camp Campground - McCloud River is spread through a fragrant pine forest in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Nearby is the popular Cattle Camp swimming hole on the McCloud River and to a series of beautiful waterfalls downstream. Fifteen miles of riverside trails connect the falls and other points along the river. Roads and viewpoints also provide access to each of the falls. Fishing is rewarding up and down the river.
Cattle Camp Campground - McCloud River has 27 level campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Four of the sites are doubles. All are first-come, first-served. A few campsites with pull-through driveways have space for larger RVs.
Reach the campground from Interstate 5 near the town on Mount Shasta, heading east for 21 miles on Highway 89. Access to the campground is easy since it is only ⅓-mile off the highway.
| Cattle Camp Campground - McCloud River Basics | |
|---|---|
| Cattle Camp Campground Location: | Off Highway 89, 21 miles east of Interstate 5 |
| Elevation: | 3,700 feet |
| Mileage from gateway city: | Redding - 83 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 27 |
| Camping Season: | Cattle Camp Campground is open year-round if weather permits. |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| McCloud Ranger Station: | (530) 964-2184 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| No Reservations | Cattle Camp Campground - McCloud River campsites are all first=come, first=served. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 32 feet + |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None designated, but some facilities are accessible |
| Fees: | $15 per night |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: any time Check-out: 2:00 PM |
| Cattle Camp Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill, food storage box; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Cattle Camp Campground: | Trails to all 3 waterfalls, fishing, swimming when water levels are safe, 5 miles to McCloud Swimming Hole, Lake Shasta, Mt. Shasta
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
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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.
Cattle Camp Campground
Visitors to the greater Mount Shasta area find an abundance of scenic attractions and interesting destinations. Campers at Cattle Camp Campground are close to the McCloud River and other popular spots.
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