SHAFTER

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CAMPING CALIFORNIA

Shafter


May 5, 2024

Shafter Camping Area is a serene campground located in the state of California. Nestled in a beautiful natural setting, it offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides basic facilities such as restrooms, picnic tables, fire rings, and potable water, ensuring visitors have a comfortable stay. It is important to note that there is no electricity available at the campsites. Additionally, the campground does not offer RV hookups or dump stations.

Reservations are not accepted at Shafter Camping Area, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, it is advisable to arrive early, especially during peak season, to secure a spot. The best time to visit this camping area is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers can get hot, so it is recommended to bring plenty of water and sunscreen.

While camping in Shafter, visitors can enjoy various recreational activities like hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The nearby Shasta-Trinity National Forest offers numerous trails for hiking enthusiasts. It is important to take necessary precautions while exploring the area, such as being cautious of wildlife encounters and practicing Leave No Trace principles. Overall, Shafter Camping Area is a wonderful destination for nature lovers seeking a tranquil camping experience surrounded by stunning scenery in California.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Alder Creek

Apache Trout Brook Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

SOUTH FORK COTTONWOOD CREEK
Cottonwood headwaters Watershed, California
SCOTT DISTRICT BOUNDARY TO CONFLUENCE WITH SIXMILE CREEK
Salmon Watershed, California
MILL CREEK
Mill-Big Chico Watershed, California
HEADWATERS (AT WILDERNESS BOUNDARY) TO WEST SECTION LINE OF SEC 28, T28S,R11W
South Fork Trinity Watershed, California
ELAM CREEK CAMPGROUND TO DEER CREEK-HIGHWAY 32 JUNCTION
Mill-Big Chico Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN RUSSIAN WILDERNESS TO WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Salmon Watershed, California
ONE MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM BLACK ROCK TO WESTERN NF BOUNDARY
Mill-Big Chico Watershed, California
WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO FOREST ROAD 40N54
Salmon Watershed, California
SALLY'S CAMP TO CONFLUENCE WITH WILLOW CREEK
Lost Watershed, California
DEER CREEK-HIGHWAY 32 JUNCTION TO SEC 26, T27N, R3E, WEST OF DEER CREEK CROSSING
Mill-Big Chico Watershed, California

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