Shadow Creek

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Shadow Creek is a National Forest campground near Siskiyou, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Siskiyou, California

National Forest
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Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

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Elevation
2,959 ft

41.2025, -123.0689 in Siskiyou. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Shadow Creek?

No. Shadow Creek is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Shadow Creek?

Camping at Shadow Creek is free.

Who manages Shadow Creek?

Shadow Creek is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Shadow Creek

More campgrounds: camping near Siskiyou and campgrounds in Siskiyou.

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