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Lakeshore East

โ˜…3.6(38 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandShasta-Trinity National Forest ยท Lakehead, California
๐Ÿš›Big Rig Friendly๐Ÿž๏ธLake Access๐ŸŒŠRiver Access๐Ÿ–๏ธBeach Access๐Ÿ”๏ธMountain Views๐ŸŒฒForest Setting

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About Lakeshore East

Lakeshore East is a national park campground at Shasta-Trinity National Forest in Shasta County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.

Lakeshore East is in very high demand โ€” sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 45 ft. Campers rate it 3.6/5 across 38 reviews.

Other campgrounds at Shasta-Trinity National Forest include Antlers (Shasta Lake, CA), Gregory Beach Dispersed Area (CA), Gregory Creek Group Campground, Gregory Creek Group Campground and Beehive Dispersed Area (CA).

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Total reservations in May โ€” 2023: 50 ยท 2024: 55 ยท 2025: 54

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Location

Address

Lakehead, California

Coordinates

40.8719, -122.3881

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • โ€ขJuly sees 148 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Lakeshore East FAQ

How far in advance should I book Lakeshore East?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at Lakeshore East?

July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Lakeshore East. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Lakeshore East right now?

Lakeshore East is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.

Where is Lakeshore East located?

Lakeshore East is located in Shasta-Trinity National Forest, near Lakehead, California.

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