Mary Smith Campground
Open seasonally April 1 through October 31. Walk-in tent sites are first-come, first-served. Glamping tents require reservations through Recreation.gov.
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
Mary Smith Campground occupies a prime location on Lewiston Lake in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, surrounded by mixed conifer and deciduous forest with views of the Trinity Alps. The campground earned recognition from Sunset Magazine as one of California's prettiest lake campgrounds, and the setting delivers on that reputation. Many campsites offer direct shore access to the lake. The facility is tent-only with 11 walk-in campsites, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Six glamping tents are also available, featuring queen beds with linens, nightstands, rugs, front decks with seating, and fire pits. Both flush and vault restrooms serve the campground, along with potable water. Lewiston Lake stretches about five miles long at an elevation of 1,902 feet, reaching depths of around 70 feet. The 10 mph speed limit for motorized boats makes it ideal for anglers and paddlers. Rainbow trout are abundant, with brown and brook trout also common. Pine Cove boat ramp is four miles away, and Fairview launching area on Trinity Lake is nine miles north.
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 3/4 mile. Turn right on Lewiston Vista/Mary Smith exit. Campground is 1/4 mile from exit on County Road 105, 2 miles north of Lewiston.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $135 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 275-8113 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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