Shadow Creek Campground

Star5.00
7 reviews

Quick Facts

3,000 ft

Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

6 campsites

Season

Currently decommissi...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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RV Friendly

Opens Klamath National Forest site

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Shadow Creek Campground
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
Campsite Fees
No fees specified as the site is decommissioned.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

5.00

Top-Rated

Based on 7 reviews

5 Google reviews

"From the limited user reviews available, Shadow Creek Campground seems to have been a beloved destination for many years. However, its current decommissioned status renders it unavailable for camping."

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Campground Map

Shadow Creek Campground

41.2025, -123.0689

Driving directionsAccess is by paved County Rd. 1C02 (Callahan - Cecilville Rd)
Access is by paved road (Callahan-Cecilville Rd.), which suggests relatively straightforward entry; however, additional details such as seasonal accessibility are not specified.

Best Time to Camp at Shadow Creek Campground

Shadow Creek Campground basks in the region's characteristically dry climate, with clear, comfortable skies dominating the landscape for much of the camping season. Spring arrives with particular splendor, as week 17 typically enjoys crystal-clear conditions 72% of the time, while week 19 brings delightfully warm temperatures perfect for riverside relaxation. While off-season months can deliver a dramatic mix of cold weather and varied precipitation, the prime camping months offer ideal conditions for those seeking sunny days beneath the forest canopy and cool, star-filled nights by the campfire.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
Not recommended

Campground currently decommissioned and not open for reservations (closed year-round).

Fall(Sep-Nov)
Not recommended

Campground currently decommissioned and not open for reservations (closed year-round).

Spring(Mar-May)
Not recommended

Campground currently decommissioned and not open for reservations (closed year-round).

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

Campground currently decommissioned and not open for reservations (closed year-round).

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Currently decommissioned and not open for reservations.
  • Current Alerts: "Decommissioned." Current status

About Shadow Creek Campground

Nestled at 3,000 feet along the pristine East Fork of the South Fork Salmon River, Shadow Creek Campground offers an intimate escape into the heart of Northern California's wilderness. This peaceful retreat features six thoughtfully spaced campsites, including options for RV travelers, all accessible via the well-maintained paved Callahan-Cecilville Road (County Road 1C02). While the campground embraces a rustic camping experience with vault toilets and no potable water, visitors find themselves immersed in the authentic beauty of the Klamath National Forest, where the gentle sounds of the river create a natural soundtrack for unforgettable outdoor adventures.
Shadow Creek Campground features six campsites, some of which were previously accessible to RVs. The site does not provide potable water or flush toilets, and it is currently closed and decommissioned.
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Policies & Safety

Active Alerts"Decommissioned." Current status
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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Reviews

5.0
7 reviews
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Top-Rated
Shadow Creek Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
From the limited user reviews available, Shadow Creek Campground seems to have been a beloved destination for many years. However, its current decommissioned status renders it unavailable for camping.
Review Summaries
Based on 7 reviews

What Campers Love

"The best campground around. I have been camping there for 41 years," said a reviewer named Willie Morrison.
Based on 7 reviews

Common Concerns

No negative reviews or complaints are mentioned explicitly in the sources. However, the lack of potable water and restroom facilities may have been potential concerns before the campground's closure.
Based on 7 reviews

Camper Quotes

"The best campground around. I have been camping there for 41 years," said Willie Morrison on April 15, 2021.
Based on 7 reviews

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Last updated January 5, 2026
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