Crystal Creek Primitive Campground
French Gulch, California · 2,060 ft · In Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area
Photos: WHIS Fee Staff
Wildfire 17 mi SE: Blue, 38 acres
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 2,060 ft (628 m)2,060 ft628 m
Sites2
Crystal Creek Primitive Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
All 2 shown · by site number
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area · 15 campgrounds
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Open in the mapOther campgrounds in Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area 14
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- Crystal Creek2 sites · $20 a night · Reserve on Recreation.govunder 100 ft
- Oak Bottom CampgroundCampground · facts not yet known4.1 mi
- Dry Creek CampgroundCampground · facts not yet known4.7 mi
- Dry Creek CampgroundCampground · facts not yet known4.9 mi
- Sheep Creek CampgroundCampground · facts not yet known4.9 mi
- Sheep Camp4 sites · $20 a night · Reserve on Recreation.gov5.0 mi
Also in the park: Group area: DRY CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND (Whiskeytown NRA) 4.9 mi
Open the park pageAmenities
From Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · Correct
- Campfires allowed
- Toilets
- Trash / dumpster
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About
Overview
This tent-only campground is located in the northwest corner of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 19 miles west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. Crystal Creek flows alongside each campsite. The campground stays relatively cool due to the creek and to the shade given by a canopy of fir, maple and pine. Three nearby trails lead to lovely waterfalls.
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
From Recreation.gov and Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · · Edit
Cell service
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- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Crystal Creek Primitive Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny69°48°
- WedSunny77°53°
- ThuSunny80°53°
- FriSunny81°50°
- SatSunny76°49°
Nearby camping
SeeSee all on the mapOutside the park, nearest first.
Mary Smith Campground
Public Land · 9.4 mi · Lewiston
Cooper Gulch Campground
Public Land · 10 mi · Lewiston
Tunnel Rock Campground
Other · 11 mi · Lewiston
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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