McCloud Bridge Campground is located far up the McCloud River Arm of Shasta Lake in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Those who make the drive out to McCloud Bridge know that they will be rewarded with a beautiful, quiet setting and great shoreline fishing, especially for brown trout. The nearest boat launch ramp is 8 miles to the south at Hirz Bay.
McCloud Bridge Campground has 14 campsites which can accommodate small RVs, trailers, and tents. Three of the sites are doubles. All campsites are first come, first served. The campground is on the site of an old ranch, surrounded by fruit trees, berries and sweet peas. Some of the most scenic sites are on the lake/river side of the campground. Even when the lake levels drop, the campers enjoy river-side camping.
| McCloud Bridge Campground Basics | |
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| McCloud Bridge Campground Location: | Take exit 698 off I-5 (Salt Creek/Gilman Road). Follow Gilman Road east approximately 20 miles. |
| Elevation: | 1,085 feet |
| Nearby Cities: | 42 miles northeast of Redding |
| Number of Sites: | 14 |
| Camping Season: | Open April through October, weather permitting |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) at single sites
12 people at double sites |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle per single site, 2 at double sites ($8 per night fee for additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by: | Shasta Recreation Company for the Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Shasta Lake Visitor Information Center: | (530) 275-1589 |
| Reservations | |
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| No Reservations | First come, first served |
| Max. RV/Trailer Length: | 16 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | None designated, but restrooms are accessible and many level campsites are available. |
| Fees: | $25 per night for single site, $50 for double |
| Check-in, check-out: | any time, Noon |
| McCloud Bridge Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near McCloud Bridge Campground: | McCloud Bridge Day Use Area, Hirz Bay launch ramp (fee), Hirz Mountain Lookout offers panoramic views of Mt. Shasta. Hike on the Hirz Bay Trail. Shasta Lake offers boating, fishing, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. Shasta Caverns. Mountain biking, cycling
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
McCloud River Bridge
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.
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McCloud Bridge Campground
Shasta Lake is one of the most popular recreation lakes in the state. Campers at McCloud Bridge Campground have a scenic view and access to great shore fishing. Other attractions are nearby.
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