Hirz Bay Group Campgrounds are located in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. The campgrounds are near the main Hirz Bay Campground. Campers at the group campsites find good fishing along the shore near the campgrounds. Boaters can launch their vessels at nearby Hirz Bay launch ramp.
Hirz Bay has 2 group campgrounds: Hirz Bay 1 and Hirz Bay 2. Both camps are in a forest of oak and manzanita. Both campsites require a short walk from the parking areas to the campsites. Read the note below about the Locked Entry Gates.
Hirz Bay 1 Group Campground can accommodate up to 120 people and 21 vehicles. It is located a little more inland that Hirz Bay 2. Facilities include a large fire ring, 2 large sinks with faucets, a large group BBQ along with several samller cook grills, and 8 picnic tables.
Hirz Bay 2 Group Campground can accommodate up to 80 people and 23 vehicles. Among the facilities at the camp are 10 picnic tables, 1 large fire ring, 1 large group BBQ, 2 grate fireplaces, and 2 water faucets.
| Hirz Bay Group Campgrounds Basics | |
|---|---|
| Location: | Exit I-5 at Gilman Rd., exit 698, turn right and follow Gilman Road approximately 10 miles. |
| Elevation: | 1,100 feet |
| Nearby Cities: | 31 miles north of Redding |
| Number of Sites: | 2 |
| Camping Season: | Open April through September |
| Max. People per Site: | 120 and 80 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 21 and 23 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by: | Shasta Recreation Company for the Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Shasta Lake Visitor Information Center: | (530) 275-1589 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations Available: | Reservations are required year-round. |
| Reservation Window: | Reservations can be made from 4 days up to 12 months in advance. |
| Max. RV/Trailer Length: | 30 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | Group Site 1 - $150 per night, plus $10 reservation fee
Group Site 2 - $130 per night, plus $10 reservation fee |
| Reservations: | Hirz Bay 1 Group Campground Reservations
Hirz Bay 2 Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 3:00 PM, Noon |
| Hirz Bay Group Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic tables, food lockers, fire ring, cooking pedestals; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault 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
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Hirz Bay Group Camp 2
The reservations website cautions: "Reservation holders must contact Shasta Recreation Office at least 1 week prior to arrival for a combination code to access campground; failure to do so could lead to a locked facility without access for a night or longer and no refund."
Hirz Bay Group Camp 1
Shasta Lake is one of the most popular recreation lakes in the state. Groups who camop at Hirz Bay Group Campgrounds are near boat launch ramps and good opportunities for shore fishing. Other attractions are not far.
Check Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Hirz Bay 1 Campground for any campground updates.
Check Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Hirz Bay 2 Campground for any campground updates.
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.
