Jackass Springs Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No fees and no reservations. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water supply.
About
Jackass Springs Campground sits on the quieter east side of Trinity Lake, offering a remote camping experience within the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. This small, 10-site campground is ideal for campers seeking solitude away from the more developed western shore facilities. The campground accommodates tents and trailers up to 32 feet in length. As a primitive campground, amenities are limited to vault toilets and picnic tables. There is no potable water on site, so campers must bring an adequate supply or treat water from nearby sources. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees and no reservations. Leashed dogs are welcome. Recreation opportunities include motorized and non-motorized boating, swimming, and fishing on Trinity Lake. The remote location requires a lengthy drive on forest roads, but rewards visitors with a peaceful lakeside setting away from crowds.
Directions
From Weaverville, take Highway 3 north for 34.2 miles. Turn right on County Road 106 (East Side Road), crossing over Carrville Bridge. Stay on County Road 106 for 12.4 miles until the Jackass Springs Road junction. Turn right and continue for 5 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| 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 | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 623-2121 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Jackass Springs Campground | |
| Shasta-Trinity NF Alerts |
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