Can you reserve a site at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?

Yes, Sheep Camp Primitive Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?

15 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Sheep Camp Primitive Campground, California — 4 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

This tent-only campground is located in the center of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 17 miles west of Redding, California, and three and a half hours north of Sacramento. Ponderosa pines and fir shade the campsites which have cliffside views of Brandy Creek. Nearby trails lead to a series of lovely waterfalls or into old-growth forest high on Shasta Bally Mountain.
The cool, clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake provide endless water activities. The picturesque mountain setting and extensive forested backcountry offer ample opportunities for hiking and biking.

Recreation

During the summer heat, swimming, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding and water skiing are popular on the 3,200 acre lake. Year round, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, gold panning, fishing and picnicking attract visitors. Hunting is allowed in the appropriate season.

Facilities

Sheep Camp is a tent-only campground. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, a large bear-resistant storage locker, a metal fire pit with a swing-arm barbecue grill and a lamp pole. Drinking water and electricity are not available. The campground has four campsites which share one vault toilet. To access these tent-only sites, walk approximately 25 feet from the parking area.
Due to a small parking area, towing vehicles is prohibited in this campground. The following are prohibited: all trailers, fifth wheels, pop-up campers, cab-over campers and motorhomes. Sleeping in vehicles is not allowed. No overflow parking is available.

Natural Features

Tall pine and fir trees providing cooling shade make Sheep Camp Primitive Campground a relaxing retreat. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is located where the Klamath Mountains, Cascade and Coast Mountain Ranges, and the Sacramento Valley meet, creating a wide variety of wildlife and landscapes.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 246-1225.

Nearby Attractions

Brandy Creek Beach is located three and a half miles south of the campground and features sandy beaches, a large swimming area, picnicking and barbecuing facilities. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, there are showers, a store with food and supplies and rentals of paddle boards and kayaks.

The facts

4 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 15 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: SHEEP CAMP PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND

Site types

4 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.

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4 campsites at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground

Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
001	SHEEP CAMP PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Moderate	15 ft	6	🐾
002	SHEEP CAMP PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Moderate	15 ft	6	🐾
003	SHEEP CAMP PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Moderate	15 ft	6	🐾
004	SHEEP CAMP PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Moderate	15 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Redding, CA, drive 10 miles west on Highway 299. Turn left on Kennedy Memorial Drive and follow it for 5.4 miles to Brandy Creek Road. Turn left and follow Brandy Creek Road for 2.4 miles to Shasta Bally Road. Turn right on Shasta Bally Road and follow it for .4 mile to the campground.

40.60000, -122.59417 · 40°36'0.0"N 122°35'39.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 99°F in Jul, down to 54°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	54	58	63	70	79	89	99	98	92	78	62	54
Low °F	39	41	43	47	55	62	67	65	61	52	44	39
Precip in	10.7	11.6	9.9	5.0	3.1	1.3	0.1	0.1	0.5	2.8	6.3	11.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Sheep Camp Primitive Campground

Can you reserve a site at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?: Yes, Sheep Camp Primitive Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Sheep Camp Primitive Campground have?: 4 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?: 15 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Sheep Camp Primitive Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Sheep Camp Primitive Campground

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Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground 2.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Horse Camp Primitive Campground 3.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area (Whiskeytown NRA) 3.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Crystal Creek Primitive Campground 5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Whiskeytown Visitor Center 4 mi · Facility
Clear Creek Greenway 9.4 mi · Facility
Livingston Stone National Fish Hatchery 12.4 mi · Facility
Fishermans Point Day Use Area 12.4 mi · Facility
Centimudi Public Boat Ramp 12.8 mi · Facility
Lewiston Lake 14 mi · Facility

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Sheep Camp Primitive Campground