Fowlers Camp Campground is along the McCloud River, 7 miles east of the town of McCloud and 16 miles east of Interstate 5. The campground is best known for its proximity to a number of beautiful waterfalls, including Lower, Middle, and Upper Falls. Trails lead from the campground to the various falls. Also, roads connect to overlooks of the falls. Swimming is popular in summer when the river levels are safe. Fishing is good all along the river.
Fowlers Camp Campground has 39 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. One campsite is a double. Reservations are now available for Fowlers Camp Campground. All except for 8 sites may now be reserved ahead of time. The campsites are well spaced and have plenty of shade from a conifer forest. All the sites and most facilities are wheelchair accessible. The campground has a 14 day limit.
| Fowlers Camp Campground Basics | |
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| Fowlers Camp Campground Location: | Off Highway 89, 16 miles east of Interstate 5 |
| Elevation: | 3,390 feet |
| Mileage from gateway city: | Redding - 79 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 39 |
| Camping Season: | Late April to mid-October |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 |
| Pets: | well-behaved pets only, on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| McCloud Ranger Station: | (530) 964-2184 |
| Fowlers Camp Campground Reservations | |
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| Reservations Available | Reservations are available for camping dates from mid-May through mid-October for most campsites. From mid-October to mid-November all campsites are first-come, first-served. Eight sites remain first-come, first-served whenever the campground is open. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made from 4 days up to 6 months prior to arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 30 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | All campsites and most facilities are accessible. |
| Fees: | $15 per night |
| Reservations: | Fowlers Camp Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 3:00 PM, check-out 2:00 PM |
| Fowlers Camp Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill, some sites have bear-resistant food lockers; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Fowlers Camp Campground: | Hike on scenic trails to all 3 waterfalls. Try your luck fishing. Cool of swimming when water levels are safe. Drive 5 miles to McCloud Swimming Hole. Visit Lake Shasta and Mt. Shasta.
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Lower McCloud Falls
Middle McCloud Falls
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
Fowlers Camp Campground
Visitors to the greater Mount Shasta area find an abundance of scenic attractions and interesting destinations. Campers at Fowlers Camp Campground are close to the McCloud River and other popular spots.
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