Hirz Bay Group 1

Shasta-Trinity National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Lakehead, CA, CA

Price: From $170 per night

Rating: 3 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Hirz Bay Group 1 Campground sits on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake in a forest of oak and Manzanita. A variety of recreational activities are offered here, including a nearby boat ramp for water sports and a hiking trail. This camp is ideal for groups of up to 120 people.The camp offers a picnic area, 2 large pedestal grills, 1 large fire ring, 2 large sinks with faucets and a paved parking lot with 21 spaces.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hirz-bay-group-1 to be notified when sites open up.

Hirz Bay Group 1 sits on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake with oak and Manzanita forest, offering boating, fishing, hiking on the nearby 2-mile Hirz Bay Trail, and a boat launch about 1 mile away. Google reviewers praise the variety of spot sizes and amenities like outhouses and picnic tables.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Ringtail, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle present in area. Also Shasta Alligator Lizard and Striped Racer.

Insider tips for Hirz Bay Group 1: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Steep downhill walk through woods to lake access available Group campground accommodates up to 120 people

Skip Hirz Bay Group 1 if: Expecting RV hookups — none available, suitable for self-contained RVs only. Looking for level tent sites — campground sits on a slope with only some areas suitable for tents. Sensitive to poison oak and mosquitoes — both reported by campers in evening hours.

Best time to visit Hirz Bay Group 1: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Hirz Bay (Lakehead, CA), Dekkas Rock (REDDING, CA), Moore Creek (Lakehead, CA), Hirz Mountain Lookout (REDDING, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hirz Bay Group 1

Cell signal at Hirz Bay Group 1 (Lakehead, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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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Hirz Bay Group 1

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Lakehead, CA, CA★ 3 (2 reviews)From $170/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Hirz Bay Group 1 Campground sits on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake in a forest of oak and Manzanita. A variety of recreational activities are offered here, including a nearby boat ramp for water sports and a hiking trail. This camp is ideal for groups of up to 120 people.The camp offers a picnic area, 2 large pedestal grills, 1 large fire ring, 2 large sinks with faucets and a paved parking lot with 21 spaces.

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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
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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:✕ Expecting RV hookups — none available, suitable for self-contained RVs only✕ Looking for level tent sites — campground sits on a slope with only some areas suitable for tents✕ Sensitive to poison oak and mosquitoes — both reported by campers in evening hours

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Steep downhill walk through woods to lake access available

Group campground accommodates up to 120 people

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Ringtail, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle present in area. Also Shasta Alligator Lizard and Striped Racer.

Location

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Getting there →

250 miles north of San Francisco. Take I-5 through Sacramento and Redding. Go 25 miles north of Redding and cross Shasta Lake. Remain on I-5 to Gilman Road. From the north, take Salt Creek exit to Gilman Road. Take Gilman Road east 11 miles to entrance of Hirz Bay on right.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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

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How much does Hirz Bay Group 1 cost per night?+
Hirz Bay Group 1 costs $170 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Hirz Bay Group 1 open?+
Hirz Bay Group 1 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hirz Bay Group 1 have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Hirz Bay Group 1?+
Hirz Bay Group 1 can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hirz Bay Group 1?+
Hirz Bay Group 1 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 Hirz Bay Group 1?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hirz Bay Group 1 is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hirz Bay Group 1 open, and what are check-in times?+
Hirz Bay Group 1 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
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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
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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
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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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$170 /night★ 3 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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