Ruling Creek Campground

Open

Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. No potable water available; campers must bring their own supply.

Shasta-Trinity National Forest

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.…

Shasta-Trinity National Forest

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.

Shasta-Trinity National Forest

2026 fire restrictions lifted

Fire restrictions in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest are being lifted as of Oct. 2, 2026.

About

Ruling Creek Campground is a small, primitive facility operated by Pacific Gas & Electric along the Pit River in Shasta County. Located roughly 9.5 miles downstream from Lake Britton and near the Pit 4 Dam tunnel entrance, the campground offers direct access to one of Northern California's premier wild trout fisheries. The campground has 8 campsites suitable for tents, trailers, and RVs. All sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Most sites have at least partial shade. Facilities are basic: vault toilets are provided but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Fire rings are available at sites. McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park lies about 10 miles to the north, making for an excellent day trip to see the iconic 129-foot waterfall. The surrounding area offers additional hiking and fishing opportunities throughout the Pit River canyon.

Directions

From the junction of Highway 299 and Highway 89, travel north on Highway 89 for approximately 9.7 miles. The campground is accessible from Highway 89 near Montgomery Creek.

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 —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites —

Contact

Email recinfo@pge.com
Phone +1 (916) 386-5164

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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