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Ellery Creek

Gilman Road Exit Off I 5, Lakehead, California, United States

Ellery Creek Water Front
Ellery Creek Red Bud Blooms
ELLERY CREEK
Ellery Creek Fire Ring
Map of Ellery Creek

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About Ellery Creek

Ellery Creek is located on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. The campground is terraced, providing views of the lake from all of the lower sites and some of the upper sites. At certain water levels, boats can be moored on the shore within sight of the campground, making Ellery Creek a very popular place to camp among boaters.

Number of accommodations: 14

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 8 to Sep 9

Campground Amenities

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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14 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
No Hookups
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🚐 002, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
No Hookups
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🚐 007, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 008, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 010, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 011, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 012, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 013, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 014, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 015, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 016, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 017, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 018, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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🚐 019, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK
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Reviews (51)

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What Guests Are Saying

Ellery Creek offers a beautiful location near the lake, with well-maintained grounds and nearby caves to explore. While some sites are small and not suitable for larger RVs, visitors have enjoyed the picturesque scenery and water access when the lake is high. However, there are concerns about cleanliness and safety, particularly regarding broken facilities and overgrown areas.

Review Summary

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Mark C

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November 26, 2019 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: AREA ELLERY CREEK

5

Ellery creek never disappoints

Location Ellery Creek

Address:
Gilman Road Exit Off I 5
Lakehead, CA, 96051
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-5, with the closest exit being Gilman Road. It is approximately 16 miles east from the Gilman Road exit to the campground entrance.

Latitude & Longitude: 40.9158 / -122.241

Elevation: 310 feet

Map of Ellery Creek location at Lakehead, CA, United States
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Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

2PM

General

  • The facility is open for walk-ins from April 1- Sept. 10
  • There is an additional $17 fee for the launch ramp at Hirz Bay
  • Average maximum trailer size is 30 feet
  • Poison oak is abundant throughout the forest
  • Store food and scented toiletries in the provided bear-proof lockers; be prepared to hang food from the trees if necessary
  • There is a $12 extra vehicle fee collected at the campground after the first car for single sites
  • Click here for further information on this campground
  • Click here for more information about Shasta-Trinity National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

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Nearby destinations

Lakehead
Shasta Lake
Bella Vista

Last updated: June 3, 2026

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