Castle Lake Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season due to snow. Typically opens late May to early June depending on snowmelt and closes around mid-October to early November. No reservations; first-come, first-served only. 3-night stay limit.
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.
Bailey Cove Road Closure Order
The Forest Service is issuing a Forest Order for public safety to close Forest Road No. 34N40Y (Bailey Cove)and Forest Road No. 34N40YA on the Shasta Lake Ranger District within the Shasta-TrinityNational Forest. These roads are in an area undergoing construction from two failed culverts.
About
Castle Lake Campground offers a quiet, primitive camping experience in the Mount Shasta area of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The 6-site campground sits at 5,400 feet elevation in a dense mixed conifer forest, just a quarter mile below Castle Lake, a pristine glacial cirque lake known for its granite cliffs and crystal-clear water. Each site has a concrete picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 3-night stay limit. Sites are not suitable for large vehicles or trailers. Castle Lake is one of the most popular destinations in the Mount Shasta area, offering hiking, swimming, fishing, and flat-water kayaking. The west shore features an easy Shoreline Trail with public access to the water. Note that overnight camping is prohibited within a half mile of Castle Lake except in this campground, and traditional trails to Heart Lake cross private property with no legal access.
Directions
From Mt. Shasta city, head west on Lake Street over the freeway to the stop sign at Old Stage Road. Turn left (south) and drive 1/4 mile to a fork in the road. Stay right and continue on W.A. Barr Road. In 2 miles, cross the dam at Lake Siskiyou and turn left at the Castle Lake turnoff. Drive the paved road 7 miles to the lake. Castle Lake Campground is located 1/4 mile below the lake on the left (east) side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 10ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 926-4511 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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