Recreation area

Lower McCloud River (below McCloud Dam)

Shasta-Trinity National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Species Present: Rainbow and Brown Trout Seasons: McCloud River from McCloud Dam to confluence of Ladybug Creek. Last Saturday in April through November 15. Artificial lures only with barbless hooks. Bag limit: two fish. McCloud River from the confluence with Ladybug Creek to the lower boundary of the U.S. Forest Service loop (southern boundary of Section 36, T38N, R3W). Last Saturday in April through November 15, artificial lures only with barbless hooks. Bag limit: Zero. California Department of Fish and Game Fishing Regulations Please note: The area below AH-DI-NA campground is private property. Please respect the rights of the property owners. Camping: All developed campgrounds along the McCloud River are on a first-come, first-served basis and have a 14-day stay limit.

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.