Sacramento River
A Guide to Recreation and Public Access
Castle Crags SP Picnic Area
Access Site Details
Owner: California Department of Parks and Recreation (530) 235-2684
City: Castella
County: Shasta
Ownership: Public
Public Access: yes
Location: Click Here
Related Website: Click Here
Access Via: Public road
Fishing Regulations: Click Here
Fishing Supplement: Click Here
Activities Available
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Fishing
• Swimming
• Birding
• Photography
• Nature Observation
• Nature Walk
• 12 Tent Sites (reservable)
• Walking
• Hiking
Facilities Available
Parking
• Paved Lot
Pedestrian Access
• ADA Accessible
• Trails
Picnic Facilities
• Picnic Table(s)
• Barbecue Grill(s)/Pit(s)
• Tree Shaded
Water
• Potable Water
• Drinking Fountains
Bathrooms
• Flush Toilets & Sinks
Other Facilities
• Store
Location Description
South of the town of Dunsmuir off of Interstate 5.
Site Description
Picnic area with great river access for swimming or fishing. Camping is available with 12 developed sites as well as day use. Day use fee is $6 and camping is $15. Picnic tables and fire pits right on the river. The area snows during winter months but the river can still be accessed with caution.
Topology Hydrology
Right on the Sacramento River.
Current Land Use
State Park
Adjacent Land Use
Castle Crags Campground
Access Description
Interstate 5 take the Castella exit and turn right onto Castle Creek Road.Then turn left onto Frontage road. Follow the signs to the park.
Facility Signage
• Entrance
• Directional
• Facility Rules
• Services