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. 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. 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.
Source: rec_gov · last verified 2026-05-19