State Park
Basin Gulch Campground
Shasta-Trinity National Forest · Platina, CA
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State parks set their own rules and reservation systems. Fire bans, road closures, and operating dates change seasonally — check the state park website before traveling.
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Managing agency
- Shasta-Trinity National Forest — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
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- Address:Platina, CA
About
Located in a thickly wooded area within walking distance of Middle Fork Cottonwood Creek, this shady campground is perfect for tents and small trailers 20 feet or shorter. It is a great starting point for your adventures into the National Forest.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Basin Gulch Campground
Trail
Cloverdale Loop
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1.7 mi243 ftgain
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Mule Ridge Trail
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14.5 mi2,812 ftgain
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Trail
Crystal Creek Falls
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0.9 mi390 ftgain
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Mule Ridge to Princess Ditch Loop
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8.3 mi2,602 ftgain
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Trail
Piety Hill Loop
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4.1 mi728 ftgain
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Trail
Stoney Gultch Trailhead to Mule Mountain Summit
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6.2 mi1,755 ftgain
Difficult
Hunt context
Hunting units around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page
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