Cattle Camp Campground (Ca)

Federal campground in Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Location: CA, CA

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cattle-camp-campground-ca to be notified when sites open up.

Highly-rated campground (4.7/5 stars) praised by campers for being quiet, spacious, and peaceful with good distance between sites. Conveniently located near McCloud Falls, Mt. Shasta, and Burney Falls.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas Squirrel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Western Tanager, Great Blue Heron, American Dipper, Shasta Alligator Lizard, and Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Cattle Camp Campground (Ca): First-come, first-served basis only — arrive early to secure a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for site payment. Bathrooms and water available within walking distance throughout campground.

Skip Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) if: You need hookups — no hookups available.. You prefer to reserve in advance — first-come, first-served only.. You're visiting November-April — campground closed during these months..

Best time to visit Cattle Camp Campground (Ca): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Camp 4 Group Campground (McCloud, CA), Fowlers Campground (McCloud, CA), Ahdina Campground (McCloud, CA), Red Fir Flat Group Campground (Mount Shasta, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cattle Camp Campground (Ca)

Cell signal at Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) (CA): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

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.

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CA, CA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available.✕ You prefer to reserve in advance — first-come, first-served only.✕ You're visiting November-April — campground closed during these months.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served basis only

arrive early to secure a site.

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for site payment.

Bathrooms and water available within walking distance throughout campground.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mule Deer, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas Squirrel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Western Tanager, Great Blue Heron, American Dipper, Shasta Alligator Lizard, and Oregon Aquatic Garter Snake documented in the area.

Location

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N/A· Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Campground entrance

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Community

#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, speakable
How much does Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) cost per night?+
Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) open?+
Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Cattle Camp Campground (Ca)?+
Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Cattle Camp Campground (Ca)?+
Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) 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 Cattle Camp Campground (Ca)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) open, and what are check-in times?+
Cattle Camp Campground (Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$15 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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