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McCloud Campground

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About Mccloud Bridge

McCloud Bridge Campground is located on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake, it has a total of 14 sites; 3 double sites and 11 single sites with an average back in around 35 ft. This campground has vault restrooms and water spigots. There are picnic tables, bear lockers, and fire rings with grills on top located at each site. The campground is on the water when the lake is at full pool. The campground is 17 mi back on Gilman Road making it a more remote campground. This campground has no cell service.  This Campground is on a First Come - First Serve Basis, vistors are required to physically be at the campground to purchase and claim a site. You must also occupy the area the day you pay for it, no advance payments. We encourage our visitors to download the recreation.gov app to take advantage of the Scan & Pay Option. There is also a Iron Ranger on site that you can pay with cash or check. 

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2026 (Current year)

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McCloud Bridge is noted for its cleanliness and quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation. Reviewers appreciate the ample shade provided, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, it offers a pleasant environment for visitors.

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Maxim M

October 29, 2022

Nice location. Clean campsites

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Maxim M

October 29, 2022

Nice location. Clean campsites

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Christine S

July 1, 2025

Clean, quiet and lots of shade.

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Christine S

July 1, 2025

Clean, quiet and lots of shade.

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Location & Directions for Mccloud Bridge

14538 Wonderland Blvd, Redding, CA 96003 United States

Elevation: 343 ft

Getting There

I-5 heading north from Redding take exit 698 Gilman Rd, turn right and continue on road for 17 mi until you reach McCloud Bridge Campground.

Nearest town

Redding, CA - 38 mi

About 58 min to downtown

Highway access

McCloud Bridge Campground is accessible via I-5, with the nearest exit being exit 698 for Gilman Road, approximately 17 miles from the campground.

Near Lassen Volcanic National Park

The closest entrance is: Northwest Entrance Station

Approximate drive: 54.7 mi · over 1 hr (94 min)

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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