Ellery Creek Campground

State: Northern California

Open: Seasonal

Number of Sites: 19

Elevation: 1086

County: Shasta

Free: No

About: Ellery Creek is a beautiful, forested campground located on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. When the lake is at it’s highest, to approximately 50 feet down, boats can be moored on the shore within sight of the campground making this a very popular place to camp. All sites have a picnic table, tent pads, fire rings, bear boxes, and paved parking spurs.

Fees: $16 (2011)

Closest Towns: Redding (CA), Lakehead (CA)

Water: Yes

Restrooms: Vault Toilet

Directions: Located 15 miles northeast of I-5 on Gilman Road. From I-5, take exit 698 Salt Creek/Gilman Road. Turn right at end of off ramp and follow Gilman Road east approximately 11 miles.