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Scott Mountain Campground

Open

Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No fees. No potable water available; campers must bring their own.

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

Bailey Cove Road Closure Order

The Forest Service is issuing a Forest Order for public safety to close Forest Road No. 34N40Y (Bailey Cove)and Forest Road No. 34N40YA on the Shasta Lake Ranger District within the Shasta-TrinityNational Forest. These roads are in an area undergoing construction from two failed culverts.

About

Scott Mountain Campground sits at the summit of Scott Mountain along Highway 3 in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. This small, primitive campground offers 5 sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water, so campers must pack in all drinking water. The campground is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The Pacific Crest Trail passes directly through the campground, making Scott Mountain a convenient overnight stop for thru-hikers and a launching point for day hikers exploring the surrounding wilderness. The meadow adjacent to the campground hosts diverse native plants and should be avoided to protect the ecosystem. Dogs are welcome on leashes of 6 feet or shorter, but horses and pack animals are not permitted as there is no corral. With a maximum trailer length of 15 feet on one site, this campground is best suited for tent campers and small camping setups. The open year-round access makes it available even during shoulder seasons, though winter conditions at this elevation can be challenging.

Directions

From Weaverville, take Highway 3 north for 53.4 miles to the top of Scott Mountain summit. The campground is located on the highway to the left of the summit sign.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
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 15ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 623-2121

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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