California / Trinity County / Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area - Trinity Unit / Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Minersville Campground

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Potable water available only in the upper section from Memorial Day weekend through October 31st. Winter rates apply during the off-season.

About

Minersville Campground is one of the more popular campgrounds on Trinity Lake, situated on the Stuart Fork Arm within the Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. At 2,400 feet elevation, the campground is nestled in a stand of mixed conifers and deciduous trees and offers scenic views of both Trinity Lake and the Trinity Alps. The campground is divided into two distinct sections. The upper section features well-developed campsites with paved, level parking aprons suitable for RVs and trailers. The lower section offers six walk-in tent sites (five single, one double) that provide a more primitive wilderness feel with greater privacy and direct access to the water's edge. Many sites throughout the campground offer views of Trinity Lake, and informal mooring of boats is possible off some campsites. The campground provides direct access to excellent recreation opportunities. The adjacent Minersville Boat Ramp makes launching watercraft convenient for fishing, waterskiing, tubing, and wakeboarding. Trinity Lake is known for excellent fishing, with abundant rainbow trout and common brown and brook trout. The 4-mile Trinity Lakeshore Trail connects to the campground, offering hiking opportunities with views of the Trinity Alps. Wildlife viewing is abundant in the area, and the location provides easy access to the scenic Trinity Heritage Scenic Byway.

Directions

From Weaverville, take State Route 3 north for 15 miles. Turn right on Minersville/Bushytail Road for 0.5 miles.

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