Mcbride Springs Campground
usfs · CA
- dump station5.9 mi
- fuel station3.2 mi
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About
Situated on the lower slopes of Mt. Shasta at an elevation of 5000 feet, this popular campground has 12 sites with tables and fire rings, suitable for tents and small RV's. It has vault toilets and a 7 day stay limit. It usually opens by Memorial Day weekend and closes near the end of October. Conveniently located on Mt. Shasta and only a few minutes from I-5, services and supplies. A miniature spring-fed seasonal creek flows through the campground, and a hand operated pump provides well water.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 5.9 mi
dump station
Pilot Travel Centers LLC
- 3.2 mi
fuel station
Valero
- 3.1 mi
propane
Blue Star Gas
- 3.1 mi
grocery
Mount Shasta Supermarket
- 2.9 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 0.2 mi
trailhead
McBride TH
- 1.4 mi
attraction
Sand flat field
- 1.6 mi
recreation site
Red Fir Flat Day Use
Forest road access near this stay: CLIFFAGE in Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- CA
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

