Pine Point (Shasta Lake, Ca) sits among the stunning landscapes of Shasta-Trinity National Forest in California . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-jun, Sep-Oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Shasta-Trinity National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Pine Point (Shasta Lake, Ca) located in Point Mccloud, California, offering 50 camping sites.
Pine Point (Shasta Lake, Ca)
A Rural campground in California
Overview
Lake Shasta Sits at an Elevation of 1,067 Feet, with 365 Miles of Shoreline Punctuated by Steep Mountains Blanketed in Manzanita and Evergreens.
Lake Shasta Sits at an Elevation of 1,067 Feet, with 365 Miles of Shoreline Punctuated by Steep Mountains Blanketed in Manzanita and Evergreens. Pine Point Campground Is Situated Along the Mccloud Arm of Shasta Lake and Offers Sites to Both Tent and RV Campers. Visitors to This Area Can Enjoy Boating and Fishing at the Nearby Shasta Lake or Hiking Around the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. the Nearest Public Boat Ramp Is 4 Miles Away at Hirz Bay. Nearby Lakeside Resorts Offer Boat Rentals and Fuel.
Shasta Lake Is Popular for Power and Non-Motorized Boating, Fishing and Water Skiing. Anglers Can Fish for Trout, Catfish, Chinook Salmon, Crappie, Bluegill, White Sturgeon, Brown Bullhead and Bass. All Campsites Have Picnic Tables, Grills, Fire Rings, Tent Pads, Bear Boxes and Paved Parking Spurs. Vault Toilets and Drinking Water Are Provided. Shasta-Trinity Is the Largest National Forest in California with a Diverse Landscape Encompassing Five Wilderness Areas, Hundreds of Mountain Lakes and 6,278 Miles of Streams and Rivers. a Snow-Capped Mount Shasta, the Second-Tallest Mountain in the Cascade Range, Looms in the Distance.
Nearby Attractions
the Nearby Hirz Mountain Lookout Offers Panoramic Views of Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen and the Surrounding Area.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Gilman Road
City: Point Mccloud, California 96051.0
Coordinates: 40.9272222, -122.2480556
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|hiking|picnic|water|fire-ring|lake|river|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $32-45
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 20 stations
Nearest Market: LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco
Notes: Signals FROM LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 50 stations (15 AM, 35 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: POP, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK, Country
Local News: KNX 1070 Am
Market: La/Sf/SAN DIEGO
Notes: 15 AM, 35 FM Stations from La/Sf/San Diego
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232765
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Shasta-Trinity National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/shasta-trinity-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: shasta-trinity-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Shasta-Trinity National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: shasta-trinity-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 57.0
- States Covered: California
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1073
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1073, 1073.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: california
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: shasta-trinity-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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