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BAILEY COVE

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

6 total sites

About Bailey Cove

Bailey Cove Campground is nestled in a forested area on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. The site is a popular destination due to its convenient access from I-5 and the adjacent public boat ramp. The area surrounding the campground offers an abundance of recreational and sightseeing opportunities.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Sep 10 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

6 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (93)

What Guests Are Saying

Bailey Cove campground offers a clean and well-maintained experience, with friendly hosts and convenient access to Lake Shasta and nearby attractions. Campsites are spacious, providing some privacy and shade, although proximity to the highway can lead to minor noise disturbances. While some reviews mention overgrown areas and issues with water levels, overall, visitors appreciate the cleanliness and quiet atmosphere, making it a pleasant camping destination.

Review Summary

3.4
93 reviews
5
31.2%
29
4
21.5%
20
3
17.2%
16
2
14.0%
13
1
16.1%
15

Sue C

Verified

May 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

4

Host was very nice, place was maintained well, nice quiet campground!

Anne G

Verified

May 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

4

The Bailey Cove trail was a wonderful introduction to Lake Shasta!

Elisa F

Verified

June 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

5

The camp facilities were well maintained. Our camp host was great! The hiking trails were great. The fishing was ok, other people had better luck. Campsite 4 was nicely private. The highway and train noise can be a bit bothersome, but when you’re really tired no big deal. The Marina was busy on the weekend, but it didn’t bother us. Overall, beautiful place!

CHRISTOPHER D

Verified

July 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

3

The site (#7) has two picknick tables and near by restrooms and running water very near by. Also near by is the I5 which you can hear the traffic both daytime and during the night particularly when the truckers use their jake breaks.

Kristin Z

Verified

July 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

5

spot # 3 is large and has shade starting around 430 pm in July.....

Spot #4 is very secluded and has shade starting by 300 pm , tents are very cool for night sleeping

Dorinda S

Verified

July 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

4

Campground was clean and quiet, our only regret is that we waited to late in the summer and the water level on the lake was really low. I would recommend going earlier in the year when the water levels are higher. Other than that it was a great trip

Marianne P

Verified

August 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

3

Campgrounds were overgrown with stickers and some tall grass, a fire danger and not good for the dogs! Maintenance people need a weedeater!

Danae M

Verified

August 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

5

Loved the campsite, very clean. Shasta lake was gorgeous!

Rajena A

Verified

August 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

1

Did not stay the night at this site due to the size of tent spot not big enough and an illness with one of the campeers.

Nancy L

Verified

August 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA BAILEY COVE

5

We read a lot of negative comments, but did not have an issue with anything. The bathrooms were clean, and the noise from the highway did not bother us. It was very convenient when visiting the caverns and lake dinner cruise. We loved it.

Location & Directions for Bailey Cove

Shasta Caverns/O Brien Exit Off I 5, Lakehead, CA 96051 United States

Elevation: 446 ft

Getting There

Bailey Cove campground is located 15 mi north of Redding, CA. Take I-5 into O'Brien, CA. Exit Shasta Caverns Road to Bailey Cove entrance. (approximately 1 mi off I-5).

Nearest town

Lakehead, CA - 12 mi

About 23 min to downtown

Highway access

Bailey Cove Campground is located approximately 1 mile off I-5, which is accessible via Shasta Caverns Road.

Nearby National Park

Lassen Volcanic National Park

Northwest Entrance Station

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (87 min)

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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