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:

  • Picnic table: all 36 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 36 sites
  • ADA accessible: all 36 sites
  • Longest rig: 59 ft
  • Largest party: 10 people

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

299 reviews
5 stars
184
4 stars
57
3 stars
33
2 stars
13
1 stars
12
Brenaly C
Loop:B
Site:
Reviewed 7 days ago
A little noisy, but the easy accessibility to two beautiful waterfalls along the river was worth the slight noise disturbance.
Kalanete B
Loop:B
Site:
Reviewed 12 days ago
Wonderful campground.
Amy F
Loop:A
Site:
Reviewed 13 days ago
It was very quiet. Good amount of space between sites. There are only pit toilets but they were pretty clean. The walks to the falls are short and gorgeous. The water is ice cold though so you have to be a brave soul to swim.
CAROL S
Loop:B
Site:
Reviewed 14 days ago
Friendly helpful camp hosts. Clean camp spot and bathroom.
Kristina S
Loop:B
Site:
Reviewed 16 days ago
Fantastic campground with easy access to McCloud falls!
Liisa H
Loop:A
Site:
Reviewed 16 days ago
so nice to be a short detour from hwy. 5 but also next to the river! Nice walks from the campground
Availability

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

Popularity: Moderate

Busiest in August, when about 58% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 8 years of reservations.

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