Ackerman Campground
Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Ackerman Campground in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Ackerman Campground is a lakeside facility that's a favorite of fishermen. It is located in the beautiful Trinity Lake/Weaverville Area of Shasta-Trinity National Forest, which is part of the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. The campground is open year-round for walk-ins. Reservations are accepted May 21st through September 10th.The campground is situated at an elevation of 1,900 feet on the weste
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 9.3 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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❓ Ackerman Campground FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Ackerman Campground?
Ackerman Campground in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Ackerman Campground when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Ackerman Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Ackerman Campground and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Ackerman Campground a good campground?
Ackerman Campground holds an average rating of 3.9/5 from 25 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Ackerman Campground located?
Ackerman Campground is located in Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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