Campground · CA
POST CREEK GUARD STATION
CA · Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Booking is hardest here in June (9/10) and easiest in July (8/10). Pick a month below for the full breakdown.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (June), arrivals are lightest on Wednesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for January 15, 2027 become bookable on July 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
Activities: BACKPACKING, SWIMMING SITE, WILDLIFE VIEWING, HIKING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, FIRE LOOKOUTS/CABINS OVERNIGHT, PHOTOGRAPHY, WILDERNESS, CAMPING