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Recreation Region: Mount Shasta Area

McBride Springs Campground

Current Conditions
Water pump is functioning properly, but water is not potable. Filter or boil water before drinking.

Conveniently located on Mt. Shasta and only a few minutes from I-5, services and supplies. A miniature spring-fed seasonal creek flows through the campground, and a hand operated pump provides well water. This popular campground has 12 sites with tables and fire rings, suitable for tents and small RV's. Vault toilets. 7-day limit.

General Information

Open June 1st to October 31st. 

Open 24 hours/day

7-day stay limit at this site. 

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $10 per night

Pets are allowed, but must be on a leash, no longer than six feet when in a developed site and where other public are present.

Mount Shasta Ranger Station with Snow

Address: 204 West Alma Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
Phone: 530-926-4511
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Closed Saturday, and Sunday (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 41.35262385

Longitude: -122.2820076

Elevation

5000'

Directions

From the Mt. Shasta Ranger Station, head east on Alma Street (towards the mountain). Cross the railroad tracks and turn right at the signal onto Mt. Shasta Blvd. Continue two blocks to the next signal at Lake Street and turn left. Stay on Lake Street. You will climb a hill and veer to the left. You are now on Everitt Memorial Highway. Stay on this road through the four way stop, past the school (on the right) and over the railroad tracks. You will leave town and begin driving up the mountain. In 4 miles there will be a sign for McBride Springs Campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Vault toilet(s)

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Water has to be tested. Boil or filter water before using.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated May 14, 2026