Sheep Camp Primitive Campground
The Sheep Camp Primitive Campground location is in Whiskeytown, California
96095. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Sheep Camp Primitive Campground facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Po Box 188
Whiskeytown
California
96095
Phone number
530-242-3412
Email
tricia_ford@nps.gov
Campground information Whiskeytown, California
Overview
This tent-only campground is located in the center of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 17 miles west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. Ponderosa pines and fir shade the campsites which have cliffside views of Brandy Creek. Nearby trails lead to a series of lovely waterfalls or into old-growth forest high on Shasta Bally Mountain.
The cool, clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake provide endless water activities. The picturesque mountain setting and extensive forested backcountry offer ample opportunities for hiking and biking.
Recreation
During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. Year round, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, gold panning, fishing and picnicking attract visitors. Hunting is allowed in the appropriate season.
Facilities
Sheep Camp is a tent-only campground. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, a large bear-resistant storage locker, a metal fire pit with a swing-arm barbecue grill and a lamp pole. Drinking water and electricity are not available. The campground has four campsites which share one vault toilet. To access these tent-only sites, walk approximately 25 feet from the parking area.
Due to a small parking area, towing vehicles is prohibited in this campground. The following are prohibited: all trailers, fifth wheels, pop-up campers, cab-over campers and motorhomes. Sleeping in vehicles is not allowed. No overflow parking is available.
Natural Features
Tall pine and fir trees providing cooling shade make Sheep Camp Primitive Campground a relaxing retreat.
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is located where the Klamath Mountains, Cascade and Coast Mountain Ranges, and the Sacramento Valley meet, creating a wide variety of wildlife and landscapes.
Nearby Attractions
Brandy Creek Beach is located three and a half miles south of the campground and features sandy beaches, a large swimming area, picnicking and barbecuing facilities. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, there are showers, a store with food and supplies and rentals of paddle boards and kayaks.
Frequently Asked Questions About Po Box 188 Whiskeytown, CA
How do I make a reservation with Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?
To make reservations at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground, you can call the office at 530-242-3412.
Where is Sheep Camp Primitive Campground located?
The Sheep Camp Primitive Campground is located at Po Box 188 in Whiskeytown,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Sheep Camp Primitive Campground have tent or RV camping?
Sheep Camp Primitive Campground offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 530-242-3412 to make sure things haven’t changed.