Hirz Bay Group 2

Shasta-Trinity National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Lakehead, CA, CA

Price: From $140 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hirz Bay Group 2 Campground sits along the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake, shaded by a forest of oak and Manzanita. The facility offers a variety of recreational activities, including a nearby boat ramp for water sports and a hiking trail.Lake Shasta Caverns are also located on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake in an area known as the Grey Rocks. Tours are given daily at this privately owned facility.

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

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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hirz-bay-group-2 to be notified when sites open up.

Hirz Bay Group 2 sits along the scenic McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake with oak and Manzanita forest. Campers report excellent fishing, peaceful privacy, and easy access to a 2-mile hiking trail and nearby boat launch.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area — multiple campers reported bear encounters and RV break-ins. Also present: Ringtail, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle, and Steller's Jay.

Insider tips for Hirz Bay Group 2: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Only 1 site total, suitable for groups or individual campers seeking privacy Boat launch is 0.5 miles from campground; watercraft rentals and marinas available on lake

Skip Hirz Bay Group 2 if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're concerned about bear activity — multiple documented bear encounters and RV break-ins reported. You want year-round access — seasonal operations only May through October.

Best time to visit Hirz Bay Group 2: May through October — Official operating season for the campground. Memorial Day weekend — Verified camper report noted lake at full capacity and optimal conditions.

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 2

Cell signal at Hirz Bay Group 2 (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 2

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Lakehead, CA, CA★ 5 (1 reviews)From $140/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Hirz Bay Group 2 Campground sits along the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake, shaded by a forest of oak and Manzanita. The facility offers a variety of recreational activities, including a nearby boat ramp for water sports and a hiking trail.Lake Shasta Caverns are also located on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake in an area known as the Grey Rocks. Tours are given daily at this privately owned facility.

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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 RingsBear Boxes
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

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 RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You're concerned about bear activity — multiple documented bear encounters and RV break-ins reported✕ You want year-round access — seasonal operations only May through October

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Only 1 site total, suitable for groups or individual campers seeking privacy

Boat launch is 0.5 miles from campground; watercraft rentals and marinas available on lake

Best: May through October

Official operating season for the campground

Best: Memorial Day weekend

Verified camper report noted lake at full capacity and optimal conditions

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 present in area — multiple campers reported bear encounters and RV break-ins. Also present: Ringtail, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle, and Steller's Jay.

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 the entrance of Hirz Bay on the right.

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Hirz Bay Group 2 cost per night?+
Hirz Bay Group 2 costs $140 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Hirz Bay Group 2 open?+
Hirz Bay Group 2 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hirz Bay Group 2 have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Hirz Bay Group 2?+
Hirz Bay Group 2 can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hirz Bay Group 2?+
Hirz Bay Group 2 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 2?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hirz Bay Group 2 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 2 open, and what are check-in times?+
Hirz Bay Group 2 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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$140 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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