Bushytail

Bushytail
BUSHYTAIL
BUSHYTAIL
BUSHYTAIL
BUSHYTAIL

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Sites & Rates

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11 total sites

RV Sites

11 sites

About Bushytail

Bushytail Campground is nestled in a grove of tall Douglas firs and Ponderosa Pines, just a short distance from Trinity Lake. This campground makes an excellent base for enjoying a variety of water sports, sightseeing and other activities and is ideal for single families and small groups.

Number of accommodations: 11

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 9

Campground Amenities

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: BUSH RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: BUSH RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: BUSH RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available

Reviews (46)

What Guests Are Saying

Bushytail is a serene and well-maintained campground with good facilities, including clean bathrooms and spacious campsites, ideal for privacy and nature lovers. Guests appreciated the beautiful natural setting near Trinity Lake, perfect for paddleboarding and stargazing. While there were some issues with bear activity and occasional cleanliness concerns, many visitors expressed a strong desire to return, highlighting the overall positive experience.

Review Summary

4.1
46 reviews
5
56.5%
26
4
17.4%
8
3
13.0%
6
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6.5%
3
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6.5%
3

Jennifer T

Verified

August 19, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BUSH

4

Very, very quiet. Only people we saw driving through were going farther down to the boating area. Swimming creek nearby was super nice, so were showers.

Bryan B

Verified

August 13, 2026 Stayed at: 008, Loop: BUSH

5

Very good space for each spot, and good facilities. Showers cost $5 per use per person. Spots 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D look like they can be combined to hold a very large group.

Rosa H

Verified

August 13, 2026 Stayed at: 005, Loop: BUSH

5

I love camping and the site makes it easy for me to make reservations

Daniel K

Verified

July 30, 2026 Stayed at: 006, Loop: BUSH

5

Campsites were good. Showers and bathrooms were clean. Was there on a weekday in July and there was no one camping. Felt very secluded. Trinity lake is spectacular of you paddleboard it in the morning. You get it all to yourself before boats come out. Would recommend.

Charles W

Verified

July 23, 2026 Stayed at: 005, Loop: BUSH

4

We had the company of a bear most of our 8 day stay. That bear was up and at it around 3 AM each day, without fail! We had the BEST access to the restroom and trash bins. Signs warn against aiding the bear unknowingly, propping doors open, putting loose trash in the dumpster, and other such signs. Yet the bear(s) would come each night and wreck the place. Finally, the bear rolled the dumpster off the pavement and into the edge of the woods! What a mess, as the bottom of the dumpster was torn open and the contents were strewn asunder! The park cleaning staff and the trash company staff worked to clean it up and a new dumpster was installed. End of bear problem. And speaking of the park cleaning staff, Carie was AWESOME! We didn't need for anything, and she was so helpful with the local shops and diners!

Christina L

Verified

July 20, 2026 Stayed at: 011, Loop: BUSH

1

Site 10 bear box broken, no camp host, water was turned off when we left, trash can was tipped with trash pouring out of it do the bears would come. At one point we had the whole place to ourselves

Betsy H

Verified

July 12, 2026 Stayed at: 011, Loop: BUSH

5

Campground is well maintained, with paved parking, nice cement tables and metal fireplaces. Really first rate!

Gabriela A

Verified

July 1, 2026 Stayed at: 002, Loop: BUSH

5

I love this place and recommend it 100%; this is the second time we’ve camped here, and I hope to return soon.

Sandra W

Verified

June 27, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: BUSH

3

No hot water in the showers and was expected to pay $5 per shower! We stayed at Bushytail 3 years ago and there was no hot water in the showers then either.

JENNIFER H

Verified

June 9, 2026 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BUSH

5

Incredible natural setting and peaceful. We stayed here for a few nights and absolutely loved it. The campsites are spaced nicely apart, giving you plenty of privacy and a true "out in nature" feel. The surrounding trees and close access to the lake made it the perfect base camp. And the toilets were kept incredibly clean. It is very quiet at night, perfect for stargazing. Will definitely be coming back.

Location Bushytail

Address:
14538 Wonderland Blvd
Redding, CA, 96019
United States

Highway access

Bushytail Campground is accessible via I-5 and State Highway 299. From I-5, take 299 west to Weaverville, then State Highway 3 north for 16 miles to reach the campground.

Elevation: 812 feet

Distance to downtown

51 mi drive to downtown Redding (about 1 hr 8 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

2PM

General

  • Due to bears in the area, all food must be kept in approved containers
  • There is no septic tank or dump station
  • Click here for more information on this campground
  • Click here to learn more about the 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.
  • Extra Vehicle fee of $12 per night
  • Boat Ramp is $12 for parking/launching

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Last updated: September 3, 2026

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