Antlers
Antlers Campground is situated on a bluff above the Sacramento arm of Shasta Lake. The campground has beautiful views of the lake. There is no access to the water from this campground. The Public Boat Launch is right next to the campground for great outdoor activitites. The grounds are heavily forested with pine trees, oak and Manzanita that provide shade and some privacy. Easy access from I-5 makes Antlers is a very popular campground.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 58 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
58 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 8 / 1 | |
| 003 | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 |
| 004 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 |
| 005 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 |
| 006 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 12 / 2 |
| 007 | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 12 / 2 |
| 008 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 |
| 009 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 12 / 2 |
| 010 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 |
| 011 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 |
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 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 55 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | Reservation Fee: For some facilities, an additional reservation fee is charged. This additional non-refundable fee is $10.00 for the call center and online reservations. |
Each site has a picnic table (two in double sites), lockers for storing food, fire rings, grills, and tent pads. Sites at this campground can accommodate both tents and RVs, however there are no electric/water hookups or dump stations. There are both flush and vault toilets at this campground but no showers are available. Drinking water is provided. Interpretive programs are hosted at the nearby amphitheater every weekend between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | March 1 to October 31 |
| Forest | Shasta-Trinity National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations are available May 16 - September 12 through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) @ recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
| Fees | $28 - single site (1 vehicle and 8 people) $56 - double site (2 vehicles and 12 people) Additional vehicles, if space allows, will be charged $12 per night. |
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Getting there
Antlers Campground is located 25 miles north of Redding from I-5 (which crosses over Shasta Lake twice). Exit I-5 at the Lakeshore Drive/Antlers Road exit in the town of Lakehead, CA. From the end of the ramp, go east at the stop sign. Turn right on Antlers Road and go about 1 mile to the campground entrance on the right.
| Nearest town | Lakehead, California |
| Coordinates | 40.8875° N, 122.3775° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for cash payments will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy. Refunds for Naturally Occurring Events: Refunds will not be issued for naturally occurring events like rain, snow, wind, smoke, extreme temperature, low lake level, etc.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShf Rx
25 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
30 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
32 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Cousin Gary RV Center ↗ | 16 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 19.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 21.1 mi |
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Antlers Campground
Worth a stop
Tours are available at the nearby Lake Shasta Caverns. Antlers is located in the town of Lakehead, which offers restaurants and shopping.
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Trails nearby
- 4.2 miSugar Loaf Creek3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
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.
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Natural features
The 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 and has 365 miles of shoreline punctuated by steep mountains blanketed in Manzanita and evergreens. Snow-capped Mount Shasta, the second-tallest mountain in the Cascade Range, looms in the distance.
Recreation
Shasta is perfect for everyone whether you are a boater, angler or camper. There is something for everyone. Enjoy multiple marinas and natural wonders making it the perfect destination for adventure. Different Species of fish in Shasta Lake include rainbow trout, brown trout, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, Chinook salmon, bluegill, black crappie, Sacramento sucker, white sturgeon, squawfish, white catfish, Threadfin shad, brown bullhead, golden shiner, green sunfish, riffle sculpin. Trout fishing – best during spring fishing on the McCloud Arm north of Hirz Bay, The Sacremento arm, Big Backbone Creek, and Little Squaw Creek, during summer trout move to deeper lake levels – successful baits are live minnows, and marshmallow /egg combinations. Successful lures used for trolling are Kastmasters, Rebels, Thinfins, Z-rays, Z-r or X-5 Flatfish, and Rapalas. Bass Fishing – Good year round but best during spring and early summer, fishing in shallower waters is best. Successful baits are mostly live baits, rubber worms, and spinner baits.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Antlers?
Sites at Antlers are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations are available May 16 - September 12 through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) @ 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 Antlers?
Reservation Fee: For some facilities, an additional reservation fee is charged. This additional non-refundable fee is $10.00 for the call center and online reservations.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Antlers?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Antlers open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season March 1 to October 31.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Antlers have?
60 sites, including 58 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Antlers?
The longest site here provides 55 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 Antlers?
Sites at this campground can accommodate both tents and RVs, however there are no electric/water hookups or dump stations.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Antlers?
Yes, pets are allowed at Antlers. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Antlers?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Antlers?
Shasta is perfect for everyone whether you are a boater, angler or camper. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Antlers?
Lakehead, California. Tours are available at the nearby Lake Shasta Caverns.
Source: Getting there
What if Antlers is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Gregory Beach Dispersed Area (0.4 mi, first-come), Gregory Creek Group Campground (0.5 mi), and Lakeshore East (1.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby