Dry Creek Group Campground
This tent-only group campground is located on the southern shore of Whiskeytown Lake in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 14 miles west of Redding, California and three hours north of Sacramento. 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.
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Site mix
| Group tent areas | 2 |
Site guide
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 50 / – | Yes |
| G02 | Gravel | Full | Lakefront | 50 / – | 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 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There are two spacious tent-only sites available at Dry Creek. Each site contains two large serving tables, numerous picnic tables, small and large charcoal barbecue grills, a cleared fire pit area, bear-proof storage lockers, vault toilets and drinking water.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Interstate 5 in Redding, CA, take State Route 299 west and drive approximately 10 miles. Turn left onto Kennedy Memorial Drive at the Whiskeytown visitor center. Continue 5.6 miles on Kennedy Memorial Drive until the road ends at the access to Dry Creek Group Campground.
| Nearest town | Whiskeytown, California |
| Coordinates | 40.6256° N, 122.5808° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShf Rx
16 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
21 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
21 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Cousin Gary RV Center ↗ | 11.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 12.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
Brandy Creek Beach is located one mile from the campground and features sandy beaches and a large swimming area. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, there are showers, a store with food and supplies and rentals of paddleboards and kayaks. The trailhead for Brandy Creek Falls is located four miles away.
- 10.8 mi
- 11.1 mi
- 11.2 miCentimudi Public Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 14.4 miCooper Gulch Day Use Area ↗Day use
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
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
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On the National Register nearby
- Gladstone HousesBuilding · French Gulch · 6.6 mi
- Old City Hall BuildingBuilding · Redding · 10.3 mi
- Pine Street SchoolBuilding · Redding · 10.3 mi
Natural features
Dry Creek Group Campground affords beautiful lake-side views and a canopy of conifer, oak and maple trees, which offer pleasant shade for campers. Whiskeytown Lake is located where the Klamath Mountains, Cascade and Coast Mountain Ranges, and the Sacramento Valley meet, creating a wide variety of wildlife and landscapes.
Recreation
During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. Year round, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, gold panning, fishing and picknicking attract visitors. Boats may be launched at nearby Brandy Creek Marina and moored at the campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Dry Creek Group Campground?
Sites at Dry Creek Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Dry Creek Group Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Dry Creek Group Campground have?
2 sites, including 2 group tent areas.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Dry Creek Group Campground?
Dry Creek Group Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Dry Creek Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Dry Creek Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Dry Creek Group Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Dry Creek Group Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Dry Creek Group Campground?
During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Dry Creek Group Campground?
Whiskeytown, California. Brandy Creek Beach is located one mile from the campground and features sandy beaches and a large swimming area.
Source: Getting there
What if Dry Creek Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Brandy Creek Primitive Campground (1.7 mi), Sheep Camp Primitive Campground (1.9 mi), and Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground (3.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Dry Creek Group Campground in?
Dry Creek Group Campground is a Whiskeytown National Recreation Area campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.