Open for camping. The campground operates year-round with walk-in availability. Reservations are accepted May 21 through September 10 via Recreation.gov. First-come, first-served outside the reservation window.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Mount Shasta-McCloud Seasonal Area and Road Closure
The Forest Service is issuing a Forest Order to close an area and roads on the Mount Shasta and McCloud Ranger Districts during winter conditions to minimize natural resource damage and to maintain a safe area for winter recreation use.
2026 fire restrictions lifted
Fire restrictions in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest are being lifted as of Oct. 2, 2026.
About
Ackerman Campground is located on the shores of Lewiston Lake, eight miles north of Lewiston on Trinity Dam Boulevard within the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. The campground sits at 1,900 feet elevation at the base of Trinity Dam, with mostly unshaded sites featuring some deciduous and conifer trees. Each of the 51 sites includes a picnic table and grill/fire ring. Lewiston Lake is a cold, crystal-clear reservoir roughly 5 miles long and a half-mile wide, featuring a mountainous shoreline ranging from marshlands to dense forest. The lake offers excellent fishing for kokanee salmon, rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Kayaking is popular due to the 10 mph motorboat speed limit. Fairview boat ramp provides Trinity Lake access 3 miles north, while Pine Cove boat ramp accesses Lewiston Lake 2 miles south. The 2-mile North Lakeshore Trail offers hiking opportunities. Amenities include flush toilets, potable water, and a dump station. Sites accommodate trailers and RVs up to 40 feet. The campground operates year-round with first-come, first-served availability; reservations are accepted May 21 through September 10 via Recreation.gov.
Directions
From Weaverville, take Highway 3 north for 7 miles. Turn right on Rush Creek Road for 9 miles. Turn left on Trinity Dam Boulevard for 7.5 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 275-8113 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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