Fowlers Campground

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PO Box 1620
McCloud, CA 96057

Overview

Fowlers Campground is located on the Upper McCloud River five miles east of McCloud, California. The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer and oak woodland. The campground offers paved parking spurs, running water and vault restrooms.

Recreation

A river-side trail from the campground provides access to the falls. It is approximately three miles round trip to see all three. Swimming and fishing are other popular activities. This section of river has no special restrictions for fishing. The McCloud River Loop, a paved road approximately 10 miles in length provides access to the Middle Falls and Upper Falls parking lots and overlooks if you do not wish to hike the trail.

Facilities

The campground has 35 regular campsites and two double campsites with tables, fire-rings, vault toilets and piped drinking water. Some sites are equipped with bear resistant food storage lockers. Sites are suitable for tents and mid-sized RVs or trailers. Large RVs are not recommended. Campground is typically staffed with a resident host.

Natural Features

Fowlers Campground is located on the eastside of majestic Mt. Shasta (14,179 foot summit) at an elevation of 3,300 feet. This area is at the southern tip of the Cascade Mountain Range. The area hosts abundant botanical and wildlife species. This campground is mostly known for the nearby McCloud River waterfalls. The McCloud Falls can be accessed via the McCloud River Trail or by road. The waterfalls vary in height from 15 to 50 feet.

Nearby Attractions

The Lower, Middle and Upper McCloud water falls, Lakin Dam Fishing Area, Cattle Camp Swimming Hole, McCloud Reservoir, Medicine Lake Highlands and the towns of McCloud (10 mins.) and Mt. Shasta (20 mins.) are nearby.

Charges & Cancellations

A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy

Camp site features

Across 36 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 36 sites
Picnic table: all 36 sites
Pets allowed: all 36 sites
ADA accessible: all 36 sites
Longest RV: 59 ft
Largest party: 10 people

Services within 25 miles · OpenStreetMap

Nearest dump station: 5.7 mi · McCloud RV Park

Directions

From McCloud, California, go east on Highway 89. Drive 5 miles and look for the Fowlers/Lower Falls Sign. Turn right just after the sign and drive approximately 1 mile. Once you cross the River Loop Road take the left fork into the campground. The right fork will take you to the day use/parking area for Lower Falls and the beginning of the River Trail.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

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Heather S

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Reviewed 19 days ago

Excellent campground located a half mile from incredible waterfalls. The vault toilets were well maintained and the space between sites was perfect. Highly recommend and will be back!

Milan B

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Reviewed 23 days ago

One of the most beautiful camp grounds I have ever visited

Denise F

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Reviewed 23 days ago

Other than people having dogs unleashed and no camp host or ranger to complain about it our stay was excellent. Dogs chased the deer away and they didn’t come back for days because of it.

Emily W

Loop:B

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Reviewed 25 days ago

Fowlers Campground is in a very beautiful wooded area. The campsites aren't super private but they are far enough away from each other that it's OK. The McCloud River Waterfalls Trail goes right through camp. Aside from that gorgeous hike, we explored the town of McCloud a bit. Perfect for an overnight.

Jason l

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Reviewed a month ago

Always a beautiful place to visit. We always make our way down to the bottom of Upper and Middle falls.

Debbie C

Loop:B

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Reviewed a month ago

Great location for where I was headed. Camp site was clean and secluded enough.

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.