Madrone Campground
Closed per Forest Order 14-24-25 to provide for public safety. Closure is effective from November 23, 2024 through December 31, 2026.
Heat Advisory issued August 8 at 11:02AM PDT until August 9 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 102 to 108 and low temperatures of 65 to 80 expected, with Moderate to Major HeatRisk. * WHERE...The Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys, Foothills, Coast Range, and Sierra north of Highway 50. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially anyone without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heat is expected to peak today and Sunday, with areas of Major HeatRisk. Hottest temperatures and warmest overnight lows expected in the northern Sacramento Valley and Sierra foothills thermal belts.
About
Madrone Campground is a remote, fee-free primitive camping area situated in the forested hills east of Shasta Lake within the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The campground offers 10 shaded sites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, providing a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude away from the more developed recreation areas around Shasta Lake. As a pack-it-in, pack-it-out facility, campers must bring their own water and remove all trash. Vault toilets are provided. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations required. There is no lake access from this location. Access to Madrone requires navigating Fenders Ferry Road, a rough and unimproved dirt road that limits trailers to 16 feet. The remote setting makes this campground particularly popular with OHV enthusiasts exploring the surrounding national forest lands.
Directions
From I-5, take Highway 299 East 31 miles to Fenders Ferry Road (Road 27). On Fenders Ferry Road, drive approximately 18 miles. Note: Fenders Ferry is a rough, unimproved dirt road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 226-2500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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