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Description : This is a walk-in campground located near timberline on Mt. Shasta at 7500 feet. There are 15 sites, all within a short walk of your vehicle. Tables, fire-rings, and vault toilet. Bring your own water or purify the creek water nearby. 3 day limit. No fee. No reservations. Self-register on site. Usually opens around July 1st, depending on winter snowpack, and closes November 1st. Features : Highest campground on the mountain with open views and vistas. There are two small sub-alpine heather meadows a short distance from the campground. Because of the fragile nature of the meadows, great care must be given by all who visit not to incur damage. In recent years, a major effort has been made by local tribes, volunteers, and the Forest Service to re-vegetate the native species and improve the trail system to minimize erosion.
From the Mt. Shasta Ranger Station, head east on Alma Street (towards the mountain). Cross the railroad tracks and turn right at the signal onto Mt. Shasta Blvd. Continue two blocks to the next signal at Lake Street and turn left. Stay on Lake Street. You will climb a hill and veer to the left. You are now on Everitt Memorial Highway. Stay on this road through the four way stop, past the school (on the right) and over the railroad tracks. You will leave town and begin driving up the mountain. In 12 miles, you will arrive at Bunny Flat Trailhead. Continue another 1.7 miles past Bunny Flat and you will see a sign on your right for Panther Meadows Campground. Turn right into the unpaved parking lot. The campsites are a short walk from the park
Free Campsite!! Also has a beautiful running & drinkable MT. stream just a few min walk past camp too! Outdoor port-a-potty for usage. Campsites are unique. Table & fire ring opt (if fire is permitted) for use. Lots of LOVE UP HERE!!! Super nice individuals meet along on my visit here. No issues with our tent on this day either. Would have loved to stay longer but my traveling friend had to go early. Was a pleasant say still, where most people looked after each other. Feel free to say hello to your neighbors if they are open to this Love! A Lil kindness goes a long way for us all! ~°•♡•°~
Made a fun friend for my Lil one too. Beautiful Souls Here!! :D ♡
We went there in mid November so it was completely snowed over which was fine for us although if you are going for the scenic meadow walk go in spring or summer!
If however you want to see it covered in snow you can park at bunny flat and walk up the road (as the road is closed from Nov. 1) to panther meadow - around 2 miles.
You don't need a reservation here. It's located at very high altitude and very close to the old ski bowl trailhead, so if you are planning to hike Mt Shasta early morning next day, this is a great place to camp at night. There are no restrooms, fire pits, or any other amenities. If you drive about 0.5 mile down hill, you will find restrooms near Bunny Flat Trailhead. You have to park your car on the common parking space which is pretty huge. If you haven't reserved any site, this is your camp-at place.
