3.5 mi
Distance
1,066 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 39m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Horse Camp on Mt. Shasta is an out-and-back trail in Shasta National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Siskiyou County, California. It is 3.5 miles long and gains 1,066 feet. The nearest town is Mount Shasta, California, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,121 ft |
| High point | 1.7 mi | 2,410 ft |
| End | 3.5 mi | 2,121 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Permit required
Apply through the issuing agency. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates on the agency page.
A wilderness permit is required to enter the Mt. Shasta Wilderness year-round, and there is no quota. Climbing above 10,000 feet also needs a Summit Pass. Permits are issued at the Mt. Shasta and McCloud Ranger Stations and at trailheads that are open. Check the Forest Service page for current rules and fees.
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Reserve or permit
- Apply for permit
Required permit application for this trail. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates here.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Mount Shasta, CA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Siskiyou County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Shasta National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Red Fir Flat Group Campground
1.2 mi awayShasta-Trinity National Forest
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Check official pricing1 sitesReservable
Panther Meadows Walk-In Campground
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