US Forest ServiceFree
McCloud River Dispersed
McCloud, California, California3,304 ft🗓 May–Oct
About this site
Shasta-Trinity NF dispersed sites along the McCloud River. Three breathtaking waterfalls within 2 miles, native rainbow trout.
Peak season temperatures
86°F
Avg high
54°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Shasta Alligator LizardSpotted OwlAmerican Black BearCalifornia Mountain KingsnakeWestern ToadCommon Sagebrush Lizard
Activities
FishingWaterfall ViewingSwimmingHiking
Amenities
River AccessWaterfall NearbyFire Ring
Site types
TentCar Camp
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- May–Oct
- Elevation
- 3,304 ft
- Peak temps
- 54°–86°F
- Rating
- 4.6 (38)
- Coordinates
- 41.2512, -122.1234
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