Shasta-Trinity National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Redding, CA, CA★ 3.8 (22 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Ackerman Campground is a lakeside facility that’s a favorite of fishermen. It is located in the beautiful Trinity Lake/Weaverville Area of Shasta-Trinity National Forest, which is part of the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. The campground is open year-round for walk-ins.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
530-275-8113· Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Getting there →
From Weaverville, take Highway 3 north for 7 miles. Turn right on Rush Creek Road for 9 miles. Turn left on Trinity Dam Boulevard for 7.5 miles.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Shasta-Trinity National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Shasta-Trinity National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Ackerman Campground cost per night?+
Ackerman Campground costs $30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Ackerman Campground open?+
Ackerman Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ackerman Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Ackerman Campground?+
Ackerman Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Ackerman Campground?+
Ackerman Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Ackerman Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ackerman Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ackerman Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Ackerman Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$30 /night★ 3.8 (22)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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