Sheep Camp

Whiskeytown has six primitive campgrounds with a total of eighteen sites. They are considered  “primitive” because they do not offer such amenities as running water or flush toilets.  All of these sites are located at least one mile from the lake. All are adjacent to year-round creeks.  Sites are issued on a first come, first serve basis. No reservations are available.  Primitive camping permits are available ONLY at the Visitor Center.  Drinking water is available at the Visitor Center. There is a faucet on the outside of the building to the  right of the men’s restroom. Water taken from the creek is not potable and must be purified before use.    These sites are accessible by most two-wheel drive vehicles. They are located on narrow dirt roads. You  can drive onto each campsite, with the exception of Sites 1, 2, and 3 at Peltier Bridge.  Many of the sites are closed during the winter.    Recreational vehicles and large trailer units are not allowed at the primitive campgrounds. Only small,  pop-up tent trailers are allowed.  4 sites, each with fire pit, tent pad, picnic table, bear-proof storage locker. Vault  toilets. View of Brandy Creek from cliff-top location.