Fawn
Located on the Stuart Fork Arm of Trinity Lake, Fawn Group Campground is the most popular group site in the area. Well-shaded by oaks, Douglas firs and pines, this campground provides direct lake access and is conveniently located near other recreational sites.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | B | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 100 / 38 | Yes |
| 001 | C | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 100 / 38 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | If the reservation was made through recreation.gov please call 1-877-444-6777 to make a refund request. Refunds must be requested no later than 14 days before your scheduled arrival date for a full refund (excluding recreation.gov fee’s). |
Each group loop is equipped with bear-proof food lockers, several tables and group fire grills. Each loop contains 19 separate campsites with their own tables and grills. Loop B and Loop C accommodate up to 100 people each. The unpaved spurs will handle tents and RVs between 30-40 feet. The campground roads are paved. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May 1 to Sept. 30 |
| Forest | Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations available @ www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
| Fees | Fee: $140.00 per day |
Weather by month
Getting there
From I-5 in Redding, take California State Highway 299 West to State Highway 3 at Weaverville. Go north on Highway 3 for 14.5 miles. Campground is on the right.
| Nearest town | Redding, California |
| Coordinates | 40.8444° N, 122.8433° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
7 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
9 mi from the campground
- PrescribedShf Rx
36 mi from the campground
- PrescribedLeary Rx
47 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Trinity Outdoors ↗ | 9.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Cousin Gary RV Center ↗ | 28.5 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
The town of Weaverville is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is only a 20 minute drive from the campground. This former mining town offers restaurants, shopping and self-guided walking tours.
- 1.3 mi
- 1.4 mi
- 1.9 mi
- 7.1 miCooper Gulch Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miTrinity Lakeshore2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miGranite Peak ↗4.6 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3 miRush Creek Lakes ↗6.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4 miStoney Ridge ↗6.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.6 miGranite Peak Spur1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Shasta-Trinity National Forest.
- inShasta-Trinity National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,715,499 acres
- 2 miTrinity Alps Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 537,357 acres
- 13.5 miSix Rivers National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,273,949 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Bowerman BarnBuilding · Trinity Center · 5.5 mi
Natural features
Shasta-Trinity is the largest national forest in California with a diverse landscape encompassing five wilderness areas, hundreds of mountain lakes and 6,278 miles of streams and rivers. Lake Shasta sits at an elevation of 1,067 feet, with 365 miles of shoreline punctuated by steep mountains blanketed in manzanita and evergreens. A snow-capped Mount Shasta, the second-tallest mountain in the Cascade Range, looms in the distance.
Recreation
A boat ramp and marina are 1 mile away. Nearby Stoney Creek Swim Area is popular spot, offering a beach and picnic area. Popular activities include lakeside camping, hiking, fishing, swimming, boating and other watersports.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fawn?
Sites at Fawn are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations available @ www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Fawn?
If the reservation was made through recreation.gov please call 1-877-444-6777 to make a refund request. Refunds must be requested no later than 14 days before your scheduled arrival date for a full refund (excluding recreation.gov fee’s).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fawn?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Fawn open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 1 to Sept. 30.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Fawn have?
2 sites, including 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Fawn?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Fawn?
Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Fawn?
Yes, pets are allowed at Fawn. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Fawn?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Fawn?
A boat ramp and marina are 1 mile away. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Fawn?
Redding, California. The town of Weaverville is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is only a 20 minute drive from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Fawn is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Stoney Creek Group Campground (0.6 mi), Tannery (0.6 mi), and Stoney Group Shasta-Trinity (0.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby