Bailey Cove
Shasta-Trinity National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Lakehead, CA, CA
Price: From $30 per night
Price range: $30–$60 per night
Rating: 3.3 out of 5 (40 reviews)
Season: May through October
Bailey Cove Campground is nestled in a forested area on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. The site is a popular destination due to its convenient access from I-5 and the adjacent public boat ramp. The area surrounding the campground offers an abundance of recreational and sightseeing opportunities.Each of the 7 sites has a tent pad, picnic table, raised fire ring, bear boxes, and paved parking spur.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bailey-cove to be notified when sites open up.
Bailey Cove offers convenient lake access just 15 miles north of Redding with a boat launch and the 3-mile Bailey Cove Trail for hiking and mountain biking along the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake shoreline.
Wildlife alert: Ringtail observed in the area; also note Shasta Salamander species are present in the region.
Insider tips for Bailey Cove: Book early—this is a federal campground and fills up due to I-5 proximity and boat ramp access Bring a self-contained RV; there are no hookups available Access the 3-mile Bailey Cove Trail directly from camp for shoreline hiking or mountain biking
Skip Bailey Cove if: You need RV hookups—none are available at most sites. You want year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer larger campgrounds—only 7 sites total.
Best time to visit Bailey Cove: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Nelson Point (Lakehead, CA), Hirz Bay (Lakehead, CA), Salt Creek Dispersed Area (Ca) (Lakehead, CA), Dekkas Rock (REDDING, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Bailey Cove
Cell signal at Bailey Cove (Lakehead, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Bailey Cove Campground is nestled in a forested area on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. The site is a popular destination due to its convenient access from I-5 and the adjacent public boat ramp. The area surrounding the campground offers an abundance of recreational and sightseeing opportunities.Each of the 7 sites has a tent pad, picnic table, raised fire ring, bear boxes, and paved parking spur.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground and fills up due to I-5 proximity and boat ramp access
Bring a self-contained RV; there are no hookups available
Access the 3-mile Bailey Cove Trail directly from camp for shoreline hiking or mountain biking
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Bailey Cove campground is located 15 miles north of Redding, CA. Take I-5 into O'Brien, CA. Exit Shasta Caverns Road to Bailey Cove entrance. (approximately 1 miles off I-5).
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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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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