
Nelson Point Campground
Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California
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Next Open Dates
1 site open on Aug 29 at Nelson Point Campground. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.
Notices from Recreation.gov
Group reservation holders must contact Shasta Recreation Office at least 1 week prior to arrival for a combination code to access campground; failure to do so could lead to a locked facility without access for a night or longer and no refund
No drinking water is provided
Maximum group size is 75
Average maximum trailer size is 16 feet
Keep food in bear-proof containers
Poison oak is abundant in the area
There is a $16 daily fee for the use of Antlers public boat ramp
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Click here to learn more about the Shasta-Trinity National Forest
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 12 P.M.
No Amplified Sound!
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 24, 2026. Check Nelson Point Campground on Recreation.gov
Stay and booking rules
Published by Recreation.gov for Nelson Point Campground, read on August 24, 2026.
Nelson Point Campground Facts
- As of August 2026, Nelson Point Campground is a campground in Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California with 10 campsites.
- Nelson Point Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
- PermitSnag checks Nelson Point Campground for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
- Nelson Point Campground is located at 40.8483° N, 122.3458° W.
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Nelson Point Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
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