Shirley Creek Campground
3.717 reviewsShirley Creek Campground
Quick Facts
Price
Free
Booking
Check Site
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Quick Facts
Price
Free
Booking
Check Site
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Shirley Creek Campground
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
Campsite Fees
There is no use fee at this site.
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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
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3.71
Mixed Reviews
Based on 7 reviews
7 Google reviews
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"Reviewers describe Shirley Creek Campground as a quiet, peaceful spot with hiking trails and a nice atmosphere. Overall impressions are positive, though one reviewer notes concerns about rising fees and limited trail maintenance. "
Fees & Passes at Shirley Creek Campground
Free
Campsite fees
Standard Site
Basic tent/RV spot
Prices verified December 10, 2025
Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official reservation website.
About Shirley Creek Campground
Escape to Shirley Creek Campground, where primitive camping meets pure adventure in a no-fee setting complete with vault toilets, picnic tables, and hitching racks. This trailhead haven serves as your gateway to the extensive Shirley Creek Trail system, beckoning horseback riders, mountain bikers, and hikers alike to explore its winding paths. While seasonal water sources may refresh your livestock, remember to pack in all drinking water for your crew—this is backcountry camping at its most authentic.
A primitive campground with facilities oriented toward hikers and equestrian users.
Natural Features and SceneryThe landscape surrounding Shirley Creek Campground unfolds like a natural tapestry, weaving together diverse terrain that shifts from sun-dappled hardwood groves to cool, shaded trail corridors. Majestic deciduous trees create a living canopy overhead, their leaves rustling in the breeze and painting the forest floor with shifting patterns of light and shadow. Whether you're saddling up for a trail ride or lacing your hiking boots for an afternoon exploration, the varied topography ensures that every turn reveals a new perspective on this hardwood sanctuary.
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Campsite details
Total Campsitesnull campsites
Recommended CampsitesBring potable water for human consumption. The site is suitable for visitors with horses and mountain bikes due to trail access and available hitching racks.
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Tents
Tents are not allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed
Site layoutPrimitive campground sites with picnic tables, vault toilets, and hitching racks; facilities are minimal.
Amenities available
Picnic tables
Vault toilets
Activities you can enjoy
Provides trail access for multiple non-motorized and equestrian activities through the Shirley Creek Trail system.
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Campground rules
- Pets are not allowed
Hazards
General hazardsWater at the site is seasonally available for livestock but is not potable for humans. Primitive facilities indicate limited services.
Weather at Shirley Creek Campground
30
°F
Dec 11
Thursday
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Precipitation: 0%
Humidity: 70%
Wind: 10.3 mph
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Proximity to water featuresSeasonal water availability for livestock is noted; water is not potable for humans.
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Shirley Creek Campground
Reviews from booking and map sources
3.7
7 reviews
Shirley Creek Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers describe Shirley Creek Campground as a quiet, peaceful spot with hiking trails and a nice atmosphere. Overall impressions are positive, though one reviewer notes concerns about rising fees and limited trail maintenance.
Review Summaries
Based on 7 reviews
What Campers Love
Campers appreciate the peaceful, quiet environment that offers a sense of getting away from people. The presence of multiple shorter hiking trails adds to the appeal for those who enjoy walking and...
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Common Concerns
One reviewer mentions that trail maintenance could be better and expresses frustration that fees have increased despite promises of significant improvements. There is also concern about the potential...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations
This campground seems best suited for those seeking a quiet, low-key escape with access to short hiking trails. Visitors who are sensitive to fees or expecting heavily maintained trails should be...
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Camper Quotes
"Very nice and peaceful campground with hiking trails. Enjoyed my stay and will return in the future."
"Nice quiet place to get away from people."
"It's a decent little camp with several shorter...
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