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Hirz Bay Campground

Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Hirz Bay Campground is a campground in Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California with 33 campsites. Hirz Bay Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Hirz Bay Campground is located at 40.8667° N, 122.2531° W.

people allowed on 25 of 33 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 8 largest sites: 12

Hirz Bay Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Hirz Bay Campground, read on October 1, 2026.

Campsites at Hirz Bay Campground

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Standard 33

What an RV fits

32 ft1 site
35 ft7 sites
38 ft3 sites
40 ft20 sites
45 ft1 site
50 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Hirz Bay Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
004	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	45 ft
005	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
008	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	32 ft
011	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
012	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
014	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	38 ft
015	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	38 ft
016	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
018	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
020	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	35 ft
021	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	35 ft
022	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	38 ft
023	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	35 ft
024	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	35 ft
025	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	35 ft
026	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	35 ft
027	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	40 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
028	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	35 ft
030	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
031	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
033	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
034	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
035	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	40 ft
037	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
039	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
041	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
042	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	40 ft
043	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
044	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	8	40 ft
045	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	40 ft
046	AREA HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	40 ft
009	HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	50 ft
029	HIRZ BAY	Standard	12	40 ft

About Hirz Bay Campground

Overview

Hirz Bay Campground is nestled among Manzanita and oak trees on a hilltop overlooking the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. The scenic location offers a variety of recreational activities,

including a nearby boat ramp for water sports and a hiking trail.

Recreation

The nearest boat launch is about 1 mile away at Hirz Bay. Resorts on the lake have watercraft rentals and marinas with fuel.

Popular water activities include power and non-motorized boating, fishing and water skiing. Lake Shasta offers excellent fishing for trout, catfish, Chinook salmon, crappie, bluegill, white sturgeon, brown bullhead and bass.

Hikers can access the 2-mile Hirz Bay Trail from the campground.

Facilities

Each campsite contains a paved parking spur, a table, a bear-proof food locker and one fire ring. This campground has a pay phone, drinking water, flush toilets and an overflow parking area.

Natural Features

Shasta-Trinity is the largest national forest in California with a diverse landscape encompassing five wilderness areas, hundreds of mountain lakes and 6,278 miles of streams and rivers.

Lake Shasta sits at an elevation of 1,067 feet, with 365 miles of shoreline punctuated by steep mountains blanketed in manzanita and evergreens. A snow-capped Mount Shasta, the second-tallest mountain in the Cascade Range, looms in the distance.

Nearby Attractions

Lake Shasta Caverns are also located on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake in an area know as the Grey Rocks. Tours are given daily at this privately owned facility.

The nearby Hirz Mountain Lookout offers panoramic views of Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen and the surrounding area at an elevation of 3,500 feet.

Rules and notices at Hirz Bay Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on October 1, 2026. Check Hirz Bay Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Single sites include one vehicle, double sites two vehicles; extra vehicles are $12 per night

Average maximum trailer size is 30 feet

Keep food in the provided bear-proof containers

Poison oak is abundant in the area

There is a $17 daily fee to use the boat ramp

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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.

Check-in time 3 P.M. and Check-out time 2 P.M.

Active Bears in the area, please keep all food in designated bear locker.

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Hirz Bay Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hirz Bay Campground?

Hirz Bay Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 33 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Hirz Bay Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hirz Bay Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Hirz Bay Campground have?

Hirz Bay Campground has 33 campsites.