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Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area

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Designation
National Recreation Area
State
CA
Park address
Whiskeytown, CA
Entrance fee
Private vehicle: $25.00; Motorcycle: $20.00; Per person: $15.00; Park annual pass: $55.00NPS data as of 2026-08-25
Camping
7 campgrounds listed by NPS
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Notes

  • Designation Date: 11/08/1965

  • Whiskeytown Lake’s crystal-clear waters are iconic, but this 42,000-acre National Recreation Area offers much more. Explore waterfalls, hike rugged trails, uncover Gold Rush history, and witness the resilience of nature in its post-fire recovery. Adventure awaits at every turn—Whiskeytown is calling!

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