Sims Flat Campground
Castella, California · 1,631 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
Wildfire 42 mi S: Blue, 38 acres
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3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 1,631 ft (497 m)1,631 ft497 m
- Land
- Shasta National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
This campground is located alongside the Sacramento River at an elevation of 1600 feet. There are 19 sites with tables and fire-rings. Suitable for tents and mid-sized RVs or trailers. Flush toilets; and piped water. Usually opens by last Saturday in April and closes Nov. 15th. This campground is the historic location of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp in the 1930s. Interpretive signs depict the camp and suspension bridge spanning the river built by the CCC. World renowned fishing on a classic trout stream. Train buffs enjoy watching Union Pacific freight trains as they make their way through the canyon. Also popular with whitewater boaters during the high water of spring runoff.
Fees: Overnight Use:
From OpenStreetMap, Overture Maps Foundation — Places, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
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Cell service at Sims Flat Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSunny, 1% chance of rain86°55°
- ThuSunny89°55°
- FriSunny91°52°
- SatSunny84°50°
- SunSunny77°44°
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Dispersed camping nearby
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Location and contact
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