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At Naturehills, we embrace nature. Below you will find a list of state parks in Mccloud we have compiled for you.
HARRIS SPRINGS GUARD STATION (CA)
Description
Description: This historic Forest Service Guard Station is located in a open meadow surrounded by forest in the northeast portion of the McCloud Ranger District of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The guard station and garage were built in 1929 or 1930 and retain their Craftsmen style character which was a popular building style in the 1920 and 1930's. Both buildings retain many of their original features including shiplap siding, tongue and groove interior walls, and wood sash windows. Harris Springs Guard Station was used by fire personnel until the late 1990's as an office and remote fire station. (see 1.6-F Directions).
Access Conditions: The guard station is approximately a one hour drive northeast of McCloud on mostly paved roads. The last 1/2 mile is dirt, but is flat. The guard station is adjacent to the Harris Springs dispersed camping area. This rental has a combination lock. Renter must obtain combination from the McCloud Ranger Station during regular hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. call (530) 964-2184.
Facilities: The guard station has a one bedroom floor plan with a front hall/ sitting area, a kitchen, an attached screened porch and a small bathroom. The bedroom has a double bed and two small dressers. There are two portable twin cots with mattresses available inside the cabin. The kitchen has NO cooking facilities. The kitchen has a kitchen table, wooden chairs, and cabinets for storage. There is no water or electricity. The front hallway and sitting area has a couch. There is a bathroom with an operating toilet, though no potable water is available for washing hands or cooking. No linens or bedding is provided. You will need to supply your own water, dishes, utensils, cookware and heat. Please bring garbage bags, facility is Pack it in, Pack it out. The garage is not available but there is outside parking and two picnic tables.
Rental Capacity & Duration: The maximum capacity is six people. Check in time is 12:00 PM, checkout is 12:00 PM. Rental is for 1 day minimum and a 3 day maximum stay per year.
Fire Restrictions: A California campfire permit can be obtained at any Forest Service or California Dept of Forestry Office. Smoking is prohibited within the building; smoking must be within enclosed vehicles, or an area cleared of all flammable material. Fireworks are prohibited.
Pets: Pets are allowed. Owners must clean up after their pet.
Cautionary items: The Guard Station does not have running water, showers or electricity. Be aware that bees are sometimes abundant in the area. Golden Passports Discounts are not available.
P.O. BOX 1620
MCCLOUD,CA,96057
Phone: 530-964-2184
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- Camping
- Hiking
- Hunting
Directions
From McCloud travel east on highway 89 for approximately 16 miles to the Harris Springs Road (Road No. 15). Turn north and travel approximately 16.7 miles to Road 42N49. A sign says Harris Springs. Veer right onto this dirt road for 4 miles until you reach the guard station.
GIRARD RIDGE LOOKOUT (CA)
Description
DescriptionB: This historic Forest Service lookout is located in the mountains east of the Sacramento River and Interstate 5, between the City of Mt. Shasta and Redding. The lookout is located on the Mt. Shasta Ranger District of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Girard Ridge Lookout was built in 1931 and stands 13 feet off the ground. It has a standard 14 foot by 14 foot cab with a gable roof design. The magnificent views include Castle Crags to the northwest and Mt. Shasta to the northeast. (see 1.6-F Directions)
Access Conditions: The dirt roads leading to Girard Ridge Lookout are at times steep and narrow. High clearance vehicles are recommended. The lookout is reached by exiting Interstate 5 at the Soda Creek exit and driving approximately 6 miles on mountain dirt roads to the lookout. Approximately 1/4 before the lookout is a locked gate. This lookout rental has a combination lock. Renter must obtain combination by calling (530) 964-2184, one week prior to arrival.
Facilities: The lookout has no cooking facilities and no water or electricity. There is a separate vault toilet building. There are two twin beds with mattresses in the lookout cabin. No linens or bedding is provided. There are cabinets for storage and a table for eating. You will need to supply your own water, dishes, utensils, cookware and heat. Please bring garbage bags, facility is Pack it in, Pack it out. Rental Capacity & Duration: The maximum capacity is four people. Check in time is 12:00 PM , checkout is 12:00 PM. Rental is for 1day minimum and a 3 day maximum stay per year.
Fire Restrictions: No wood or charcoal fires allowed. Renter must obtain a free California Campfire permit for use of a portable gas stove. Smoking is prohibited within the lookout, smoking allowed in a vehicle, or an area cleared of all flammable material. Fireworks are prohibited.
Pets: Pets are allowed. Pet owners must clean up after their pet.
Cautionary items: The lookout is on a 40 acre parcel surrounded by private land, owned by Roseburg. It is surrounded by vegetation growth, so there is high fire danger in the summer months. Bears and other animals live in the surrounding forest. Rental lookout does not have running water, showers or cooking facilities. Lookout rental does not honor Golden Passports Discounts.
PO BOX 1620
MCCLOUD,CA,96057
Phone: 530-964-2184
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- Camping
- Hiking
- Hunting
Directions
From Redding or Mt. Shasta, take Interstate 5 towards Castle Crags State Park. Exit the Interstate at the Soda Creek Exit. From here the lookout is approximately 6 miles over mostly dirt road. Head east towards the Sacramento River. Cross over the Sacramento River and veer right until you come to a road intersection. Turn right on Riverside and follow a curvy and narrow paved road to the intersection of the Girard Ridge Road (Forest Service Road Number 38N23). Turn left up hill and follow the signs along this road through several switchbacks. You will pass some microwave towers. At the top of the hill, look for a road intersection Forest Service Road Number 39N13. Turn left and travel approximately 6/10??s mile to an unmarked road on your left. A sign says Girard Ridge Lookout with an arrow. Turn left and you will come to a green Forest Service gate. Open the gate and travel on this road until you reach the lookout.
