Pine Point Group & Family Campground is located in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, far up the McCloud River Arm of Shasta Lake. The campground is usually reserved by groups during the summer, but at other times it can be opened as an overflow campground for first come, first served camping.
Pine Point Group Campground has 15 campsites which can accommodate groups up to 100 people. However, it does not have group cooking or campfire facilities. Campsites accept small RVs, trailer, and tents. The campground is on a ridge above the lake. Oak and pine trees shade the site. Hirz Bay Boat Launch Ramp is 4 miles to the south. It is possible to bring boats up the campground for easy access. For groups using the campground, be sure to read the note below about the Locked Entry Gates.
| Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Location: | Take exit 698 off I-5 (Salt Creek/Gilman Road) and follow Gilman Road 17 miles to the campground. |
| Elevation: | 1,130 feet |
| Nearby Cities: | 37 miles north of Redding |
| Number of Sites: | 15 |
| Camping Season: | Open mid-May through early September |
| Maximum number of people: | 100 |
| Maximum Number of Vehicles: | 28 |
| 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 Required | Reservatiions are required for group camp use; otherwise, sites are first come, first served if available. |
| Max. RV/Trailer Length: | 24 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $160 per night for group site
Plus $10 reservation fee Family site - $25 |
| Reservations: | Pine Point Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 3:00 PM, Noon |
| Pine Point Group Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped 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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Pine Point Campground
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."
Pine Point Campground
Shasta Lake is one of the most popular recreation lakes in the state. Those who camp at Pine Point Group & Family Campground find easy acccess to all the attractions of the lake.
Check Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Pine Point 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.
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