Ackerman
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ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND

Available sites

19 total sites

About Ackerman Campground

Ackerman Campground is a lakeside facility that's a favorite of fishermen. It is located in the beautiful Trinity Lake/Weaverville Area of Shasta-Trinity National Forest, which is part of the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. The campground is open year-round for walk-ins. Reservations are accepted May 21st through September 10th.

Activities & Attractions

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Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Sep 10 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

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

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19 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 06, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 07, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 09, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 10, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 15, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 16, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 20, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 21, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 23, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 27, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 28, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 29, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 39, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 43, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 46, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 47, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 49, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved
🚐 50, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 51, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Paved

Reviews (52)

What Guests Are Saying

Ackerman Campground offers a beautiful and spacious setting with clean bathrooms and attentive hosts, making for a pleasant stay. The campground is quiet, with wildlife sightings adding to the charm, although some may find traffic noise from I-5 disruptive. While the water is cold and accessing the lake can be challenging, many guests express their satisfaction and plan to return.

Review Summary

3.9
52 reviews
5
51.9%
27
4
15.4%
8
3
9.6%
5
2
19.2%
10
1
3.8%
2

Augie P

Verified

July 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND

5

While there little privacy there were very few people camping at the time. Plenty of wildlife to look for and listen too. I would def go back and bring a kayak to explore further

Augie P

Verified

July 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND

5

While there little privacy there were very few people camping at the time. Plenty of wildlife to look for and listen too. I would def go back and bring a kayak to explore further

Location & Directions for Ackerman Campground

14538 Wonderland Blvd, Redding, CA 96003 United States

Elevation: 594 ft

Getting There

From Weaverville, take Highway 3 north for 7 mi. Turn right on Rush Creek Road for 9 mi. Turn left on Trinity Dam Boulevard for 7.5 mi.

Nearest town

Redding, CA - 40 mi

About 53 min to downtown

Highway access

Ackerman Campground is accessible via Highway 3, which is approximately 7 miles south from Weaverville.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

2PM

Wildlife & food storage

  • Store food and scented items securely to avoid attracting bears.

Fees & deposits

  • There is a fee of $12 per night for extra vehicles.
  • There is a fee of $12 per day for using boat ramps and day use areas per vehicle.

General

  • Learn more about Shasta-Trinity National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood; buy it locally and burn it on-site to protect the forest.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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