nina_70
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Hey all,
We're planning a trip up I-5 from S.CA to Shasta area. Noticed there is alot of National Forest around the mountain, but can't really seem to weed out if there's a good rustic spot for our 40-footer. Any recommendations?
EDIT - I've found the following listings. Would appreciate any feedback on them
DEVELOPED NF SITES - Looks like Hirz Bay, Antlers & Lakeshore East are the most adapted to our size. Any thoughts on which one of these is the easiest access & most relaxed? We like the water, but are not fixed to it. Hiking and space are much more important to us.
DISPERSED SITES - Looks like Bunny Flat and Sand Flat seem to be the most popular. Anyone have any idea if these are big-rig accessible?
Nina
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the bear II
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Try this website http://www.rvparkreviews.com/regions/California/Mount_Shasta.html
The RV parks are rated for big rig access. SP & NP are included in the reviews.
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nina_70
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the bear II wrote:Try this website http://www.rvparkreviews.com/regions/California/Mount_Shasta.html
The RV parks are rated for big rig access. SP & NP are included in the reviews.
Thanks, but none of the forest service sites are reviewed there. Only really shows the private parks for Shasta. We're much more interested in forest & dispersed camping.
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This link, Clicky describes the CG's. Often the descriptions will mention size restrictions.
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nina_70
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korbe wrote:This link, Clicky describes the CG's. Often the descriptions will mention size restrictions.
Thanks. I've been scouring through that site and that's how I decided on the 3 developed campgrounds listed above. But still hoping for some real-life feedback from folks that have actually been to these spots. It's always tricky with our size 
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Ever use Google maps satellite view? Certainly not 100% but the aerial view plus the street view can be very helpful.
I looked at Hirz bay, but judging by the twisty roads I'm thinking that's probably steep.
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SteveAE
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nina_70,
There are more, but here is what I know of:
- Simms Flat N.F. CG is near Sac river and RR track. Unsure if it will handle your size (most likely ok). Check with USFS.
- Castle Craggs State Park is another alternative.
- Used to be some dispersion camping near, but outside, the park.
- Not too far east of McCloud (hwy 89) is a nice CG along the McCloud river. Dryer out that way too.
- Lots of boondocking options also if you can find the right spot
Have a great time and sure wish I could be in that area too.
Steve
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Spend the first night in a developed or private campground. Spend the next day driving around the back roads looking for a boondocking spot. You probably will not find that picture perfect creekside spot with solitude and privacy (they exist, but are hard to find one that many others have not already found and currently occupied). After you find a suitable spot return to your rig and move to the spot you found.
You really only need an open flat spot big enough to park your rig. Preferably near the end of a dead end forest spur road so there is no traffic.
I live south of there in the Almanor area, so am more familiar with the Lassen area. I have only boondocked a couple of times in the Shasta area, and those were just spots to spend the night while traveling through.
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nina_70
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Cheers for the extra tips. I'm going to add Simms Flat and Fowler's Campground (the one on the river on 89) to the list.
Unfortunately Castle Cragg SP lists 27-foot max, so likely won't fit us.
Gotta do some phoning to USFS now....
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nina_70,
Yes, Fowlers CG is where I was thinking of. We used to start our river trips down the McCloud from there (some started above the waterfall and some started below....you'll understand when you see it).
Not many people know about it (or didn't until now), but if Simms Flat is full there is an overflow area that isn't bad....other than it's proximity to the VERY busy RR tracks. To get there if the CG is full, turn around, cross the river, and just past the little house on the right, there is a road to your right. It goes a short distance back and then opens up to a meadow (with trees) that is open for dispersion camping. Not bad if just needing a night in the area or waiting for a site at Simms to open up. However, bring ear plugs and don't panic when it sounlds (and looks) like the train is going to join you in bed
Have a great trip,
Steve
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