Campground · CA
SHIRTTAIL CREEK
SHIRTTAIL CREEK is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 6 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in May (8/10) and eases to its lowest in October (4/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (May), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — 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 April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 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
- 2 tent-only sites
- 30 RV sites
- 3 accessible sites
- Max RV length 100 ft
Activities: SWIMMING, BOATING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WATER ACTIVITIES, NON-MOTORIZED BOATING, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, WATER ACCESS
How much does it cost to camp at Shirttail Creek Campground?
Single campsites (8 people) $24.00, double campsites (16 people) $48.00, triple campsite (24 people) $72.00.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.