Hirz Cabin
HIRZ CABIN
Part of Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Overview
Hirz Cabin is nestled among manzanita and oak trees on a hilltop overlooking the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake. The scenic location offers a variety of recreational activities, including a nearby boat ramp for water sports and a hiking trail.Facilities
Hirz cabin has all the typical amenities needed for cooking and cleaning. There is a full kitchen and laundry facility. The cabin has 3 bedrooms ( 2 upstairs and 1 downstairs) and 2 Bathrooms. The cabin is powered by a solar panel including a power meter on the wall to indicate power usage. The Solar Panel creates about 2-3 hours of minimal electricity (Only lights & ceiling fans) after dark. There is also generator power which runs from 6 A.M. to 8 A.M. and then runs again at 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. ( Dishes and Laundry should be done within "The Generator Power hours.")
There is one ceiling fan above dining table. No Air Conditoning or Internet. There are beds but no bedding. The two queen beds and two twin beds will sleep six people. There is plenty of room for inflatable mattresses on the main floor of the cabin. There is a dining room table with four chairs, a sofa and a large deck for your lawn chairs. The parking area will accommodate one boat with tow vehicle and four cars.
Natural Features
Shasta-Trinity is the largest national forest in California with a diverse landscape encompassing five wilderness areas, hundreds of mountain lakes and 6,278 miles of streams and rivers.Lake Shasta sits at an elevation of 1,067 feet, with 365 miles of shoreline punctuated by steep mountains blanketed in manzanita and evergreens. A snow-capped Mount Shasta, the second-tallest mountain in the Cascade Range, looms in the distance.
Recreation
The nearest boat launch is about one mile away at Hirz Bay. Resorts on the lake have watercraft rentals and marinas with fuel.Popular water activities include power and non-motorized boating, fishing and water skiing. Lake Shasta offers excellent fishing for trout, catfish, Chinook salmon, crappie, bluegill, white sturgeon, brown bullhead and bass.
Hikers can access the two-mile Hirz Bay Trail from the campground.
Nearby Attractions
Lake Shasta Caverns are also located on the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake in an area known as the Grey Rocks. Tours are given daily at this privately-owned facility. The nearby Hirz Mountain Lookout offers panoramic views of Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen and the surrounding area at an elevation of 3,500 feet.Important Notices
- There is no bedding included. You must bring your own sleeping bags or blankets.
- Poison oak is abundant in the area.
There is a $16 daily fee to use the boat ramp.
- Call (530) 275-8113 One week before arrival for entry code.
- Click here for more information about Shasta-Trinity National Forest.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
There is not any Wifi capability at this facility.
Directions to get to Hirz Cabin going north on I-5 take exit 698 Gilman Road, stay on Gilman Road for 10 miles until you see a Hirz Bay Campground sign. On Hirz Bay Rd you will take a right and Hirz Cabin will be the first road on the right. We hope you enjoy your stay!
Nearby Address:
100 Hirz Bay Rd. Lakehead, Ca 96051
No Amplified Sound!
Please Read Facility Overview for Power Usage.
Notifications and Alerts
Due to theft and vandalism the cabin no longer has access to the solar power. Fridge, Hot Water Heater and Stove still work. Fans and lights do not work.
Available Activities
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
From Redding, CA, remain on I-5 to Gilman Road. (From the north, take Salt Creek exit to Gilman Road). Take Gilman Road east for 11 miles to entrance of Hirz Bay.
Contact Information
Phone: (530)275-8113
14538 Wonderland Blvd.Redding, CA 96003
