Photo thanks to Mountain Gate RV Park
Mountain Gate RV Park
Shady full-hookup sites with cement pads, a saltwater pool and a fenced dog park, right off I-5 between Redding and Shasta Lake.
Redding, California · I-5 Exit 687, near Shasta Lake
Season
Year-round
Pool and lake season is summer
Elevation
About 890 ft
Hot summers, mild winters
Hookups
20/30/50 amp
Water & sewer at every site
Big rigs
Up to 70 ft
41 pull-thrus; confirm your length
Updated October 7, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
Pool, shade & a quick hop to the lake
The Mountain Gate experience
A tidy, tree-shaded park on the north edge of Redding with level cement pads, a saltwater pool and a fenced dog park, about 10 minutes from Shasta Lake and Shasta Dam.
Full hookupsWater, sewer, 20/30/50 amp
Pull-thru sites41 pull-thrus on cement pads
Saltwater poolSeasonal; check hours at the office
Fenced dog parkLeashes required elsewhere
Free Wi-FiPark-wide, per the park
Cable TVHookup at every site
BathhousesThree restroom & shower buildings
LaundryWashers & dryers on site
CabinsCottages and a deluxe tiny home
Yard gamesCornhole, horseshoes, giant Jenga
Shady sitesMature trees through the park
Monthly staysFrom $850, by application
Group ratesFor 10 or more rigs
Life at camp
What guests say
The park report card
We don’t recycle other sites’ reviews, but the published scores are worth reading together: guests praise the clean grounds, friendly staff and easy highway access, while freeway noise at the front of the park comes up again and again.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report34 ft Dec 2019
Cell signal reportedVerizon 4G/5GAT&T 4GT-Mobile 5G
Last reported nightly rate$65 Jul 2023
As reported by Campendium and RV LIFE users. Confirm rates, site lengths and policies with the park before you go.
Off I-5 at Exit 687
Getting there
The park sits on Holiday Road just west of I-5 at Exit 687 (Mountain Gate / Wonderland Blvd), about 10 miles north of downtown Redding and a few miles below Shasta Lake.
Route from Redding: I-5 north to Exit 687, then Holiday RdFrom Shasta Lake: I-5 south to Exit 687
EXIT 687 · I-5
Set your GPS
14161 Holiday Rd, Redding, CA 96003
To Shasta Dam*About 15 min
To Sundial BridgeAbout 15 min
To Lake Shasta CavernsAbout 15 min
From SacramentoAbout 2 hr 40 min
Pick a site toward the back. I-5 runs along the front of the park; RVers say the rear rows are noticeably quieter.
About 890 ft elevation. Redding summers are hot: July highs average about 100°.
*Drive times are from Google Maps and approximate. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Out the gate
Around Mountain Gate
Shasta Dam, the lake and the caverns are 15 minutes up the road; Redding’s Sundial Bridge and Whiskeytown Lake are an easy drive south and west.
Photo thanks to Bureau of Reclamation (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Shasta Dam
The huge concrete dam that holds back Shasta Lake, with views of Mount Shasta on clear days; walk the crest road and check the visitor center for tours.
Photo thanks to Little Mountain 5 (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Lake Shasta Caverns
A catamaran ride across the lake, then a bus up the mountain to guided tours of the limestone caverns. Check the site for tour times.
Photo thanks to Chad K (CC BY 2.0)
Sundial Bridge & Turtle Bay
Redding’s glass-decked pedestrian bridge over the Sacramento River, with Turtle Bay’s museum, gardens and river trail around it.
Photo: National Park Service (public domain)
Whiskeytown Lake
Clear water, beaches and waterfall hikes in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area; a park pass is required.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
The three closest RV parks and campgrounds we’ve reviewed around Redding, by drive time.
Photo thanks to Boulder Creek RV Resort
Boulder Creek RV Resort
Long pull-thrus, two dog parks, a seasonal pool and yurts just off I-5 at Lake Blvd.
Photo thanks to Redding RV Park
Redding RV Park
Paved 20/30/50 amp sites right off I-5 at Lake Blvd, with a pool, laundry and easy late check-in.
Photo thanks to Marina RV Park
Marina RV Park
A budget riverside park near the Sundial Bridge with a pool; 30-amp sites and mostly long-term guests.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether Mountain Gate fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a clean, shady, well-run stop right off I-5 with level cement pads, a saltwater pool and a fenced dog park, and Shasta Lake 10 minutes away. Expect freeway noise near the front, a short list of add-on fees and summer heat, so ask for a site toward the back and confirm your total before you pay.
Park ratesPublished rates · checked Oct 7, 2026
Standard back-in$62.89–$64.89 /night
Standard pull-thru$64.89–$66.89 /night
Premium pull-thru or deluxe back-in$66.89–$68.89 /night
Deluxe pull-thru$70.89–$72.89 /night
Weekly$425–$475 /week
Monthly, by application$850–$900 /month
Plus 10% lodging tax on nightly and weekly stays and a $6.50 service fee per reservation. Extra guests are $5 a day, extra vehicles $15 a day and dogs $5 a day each (two max).
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the park’s rates page or call (530) 524-4599.
Typical July afternoon
Redding100°
Phoenix107°
Hot summers: 7° cooler than Phoenix in July.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and why RVers stop here.
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Site types
From about $63 a night, with weekly and monthly rates.
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Rates & policies
Fees, pets, check-in, payment and stay rules.
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Before you book
Questions to ask on the phone before you reserve.
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Mountain Gate is a full-hookup RV park in the community of Mountain Gate, just off I-5 north of Redding. Most guests use it as a base for Shasta Lake, Shasta Dam and the caverns, or as an easy overnight on the I-5 corridor.
Best for
- Shasta Lake trips: Bridge Bay, Shasta Dam and Lake Shasta Caverns are all about 10–15 minutes away.
- I-5 travelers who want an easy on-and-off stop with full hookups and pull-thrus.
- Dog owners: there’s a fenced dog park, though the fee is per dog per day.
- Longer stays: weekly rates start at $425 and monthly sites at $850, by application.
Consider this
- I-5 runs along the front of the park; noise is the lowest Campendium score, and RVers suggest the back rows.
- Fees add up: 10% tax, a $6.50 service fee, $5 per extra guest and $15 per extra vehicle a day.
- No cash; a credit card holds the reservation, and early departures aren’t refunded.
- Redding summers are hot, with July highs near 100°; the pool is the place to be.
Summer in Redding
Typical July afternoon
100°
Redding
Redding Municipal Airport
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
7 degrees cooler than Phoenix, but still hot. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Every RV site is a full-hookup site with 20/30/50 amp power on a cement pad. Prices vary by site type and date within the ranges below, plus tax and fees.
Standard back-in From $62.89/night
The lowest nightly price, usually $62.89–$64.89 depending on the date.
Standard pull-thru From $64.89/night
Drive straight through and keep the tow car hitched for a quick overnight.
Premium & deluxe From $66.89/night
Premium pull-thrus and deluxe back-ins, $66.89–$68.89, for more space.
Deluxe pull-thru From $70.89/night
The roomiest pull-thrus, $70.89–$72.89; the best choice for long fifth wheels and motorhomes with a toad.
NightlyFrom $62.89Plus 10% tax and a $6.50 service fee
Weekly$425–$475Already discounted; no other discounts apply
Monthly$850–$900Application required; front-row sites cost less
CancellationVaries by dateConfirm by email; no refunds for early departure
Check-in1 p.m.Out by 11 a.m.; $15 an hour to arrive early or leave late
Office hoursAbout 9 a.m.–4 p.m.Listings differ; call ahead for late arrival
Pets$5 a dog a dayTwo dogs max; no pets in the cabins
Guests6 per siteExtra guests $5 a day; extra vehicles $15
Rig rulesSelf-contained onlyNo tents or car camping
DiscountsAAA, Good Sam, militaryOn select rates; ask when you book
Checked against mt-gatervpark.com on October 7, 2026. Rates are subject to change at any time; see the park’s website or call (530) 524-4599 for the latest rates. Ask about the cancellation terms for your dates before you book; the park gives no refunds for leaving early.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- What will my total be? Give your rig length, party size and pets and ask for the nightly price with tax and fees.
- Can I get a site toward the back? RVers say the rows farthest from I-5 are the quietest; a site lock is $8.
- Is the pool open? It’s a saltwater pool; ask about this season’s hours and dates.
- What’s the cancellation policy? The park says it varies by date, so get it in writing (by email).
- Are Wi-Fi and cable included? The park lists both as free; one booking site lists them as extras.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready for a Shasta Lake trip by RV?
Park on a level pad, cool off in the pool and spend the days on the lake. Book direct with the park for current rates and availability.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. The park photos come from Mountain Gate RV Park, with our thanks. Video: Roaming Roberts on YouTube. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: Bureau of Reclamation (Shasta Dam; CC BY-SA 2.0), Little Mountain 5 (Lake Shasta Caverns; CC BY-SA 3.0), Chad K (Sundial Bridge; CC BY 2.0) and the National Park Service (Whiskeytown Lake; public domain); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Boulder Creek RV Resort, Redding RV Park and Marina RV Park. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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