Hirz Bay Campground is in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. Good fishing is available along the shore near the campground. Boaters can launch their vessels at Hirz Bay launch ramp adjacent to campground.
Hirz Bay Campground has 42 attractive campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Of those, 11 are double sites. The campsites are set among oaks and manzanita near the lake. Campsites are well spread apart, providing good privacy. Separate Group Campsites are located a short distance away.
| Hirz Bay Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Location: | From the south take Gilman Rd. exit off Interstate 5, from the north take Salt Creek exit. Go east on Gilman Rd. 10 miles |
| Elevation: | 1,100 feet |
| Nearby Cities: | 31 miles north of Redding |
| Number of Sites: | 42 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 ($7 per nightd fee for additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by: | Shasta Recreation Company for the Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Shasta Lake Visitor Information Center: | (530) 275-1589 |
| Hirz Bay Campground Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations Available: | Reservations can be made for camping dates from mid-May though mid-September; otherwise sites are first come, first served. |
| Reservation Window: | Reservations can be made from 4 days to 6 months in advance. |
| Max. RV/Trailer Length: | 30 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $25 per night for single site
Plus $10 reservation fee |
| Reservations: | Hirz Bay Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 3:00 PM, Noon |
| Hirz Bay Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Nearby attractions: | Hirz Bay launch ramp (fee), nearby Hirz Mountain Lookout offers panoramic views of Mt. Shasta. Hike on the Hirz Bay Trail. Shasta Lake offers boating, fishing, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. Shasta Caverns are nearby. Mountain biking, cycling
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Hirz Bay Campground
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Hirz Bay Campground
Shasta Lake is one of the most popular recreation lakes in the state. Those who camop at Hirz Bay Campground are close to boat launch ramps and good shore fishing. Other attractions are nearby.
Check Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Hirz Bay Campground for any campground updates.
