Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area (Whiskeytown Nra)

Po Box 188, Whiskeytown, California, United States
Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area with view of the lake
Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area

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Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
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About Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area (Whiskeytown Nra)

Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area is located on the northern shore of Whiskeytown Lake in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 13 mi west of Redding, California. The Group Picnic Area is a popular spot to celebrate birthdays, family reunions, work events and many other special occasions with a day of waterside fun. This is a day use area only. The hours are 9 am to 9 pm for reservation holders. Alcohol, smoking, and pets are prohibited.

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Most popular amenities

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

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Location & Directions for Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area (Whiskeytown Nra)

Po Box 188, Whiskeytown, CA 96095 United States

Elevation: 373 ft

Getting There

From Redding, CA, take State Route 299 west for approximately 11 mi. Turn onto Whiskey Creek Road and drive past the Whiskey Creek launch area. At the fork in the road, turn right and follow paved road approximately 1.6 mi until it ends at the gro...

Nearest town

Whiskeytown, CA - 11 mi

About 23 min to downtown

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2 mi away

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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