Whiskeytown National Recreation Area

Whiskeytown, CA

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area

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Pet-friendly summary

Please note that even pets carried in arms, carriers, or strollers are not permitted in these restricted areas.

Amenities

  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Boating
  • Motorized Boating
  • Sailing
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Car or Front Country Camping
  • Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
  • Group Camping
  • RV Camping
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Horse Trekking

About Whiskeytown National Recreation Area

Whiskeytown Lake’s crystal-clear waters are iconic, but this 42,000-acre National Recreation Area offers much more. Explore waterfalls, hike rugged trails, uncover Gold Rush history, and witness the resilience of nature in its post-fire recovery. Adventure awaits at every turn—Whiskeytown is calling!