Butte Lake Group

Lassen Volcanic National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: MINERAL, CA, CA

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (15 reviews)

Season: May through October

Butte Lake Group Campground (elevation 6,100 feet) is located in the northeastern section of Lassen Volcanic National Park in northern California. It is fairly remote and within walking distance of Butte Lake, which is popular for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and swimming. Several hiking and backpacking trails are located nearby.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/butte-lake-group to be notified when sites open up.

Butte Lake Group Campground offers excellent recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, hiking, and swimming within walking distance of Butte Lake in the northeastern section of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The remote location at 6,100 feet elevation provides access to multiple hiking and backpacking trails.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Yellow-bellied Marmot, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Badger, and American Pika.

Insider tips for Butte Lake Group: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Located 45 minutes from main park road, making it fairly remote and less crowded Butte Lake offers fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities

Skip Butte Lake Group if: Your RV requires hookups; no hookups available at most sites. Your RV is not self-contained. You need to visit outside May through October seasonal window. You prefer developed campgrounds with more amenities.

Best time to visit Butte Lake Group: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Butte Lake (MINERAL, CA), Summit Lake Stock Corral (Mineral, CA), Juniper Lake Group (MINERAL, CA), Warner Valley Campground (Chester, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Butte Lake Group

Cell signal at Butte Lake Group (MINERAL, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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MINERAL, CA, CA★ 3.6 (15 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Butte Lake Group Campground (elevation 6,100 feet) is located in the northeastern section of Lassen Volcanic National Park in northern California. It is fairly remote and within walking distance of Butte Lake, which is popular for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and swimming. Several hiking and backpacking trails are located nearby.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Your RV requires hookups; no hookups available at most sites✕ Your RV is not self-contained✕ You need to visit outside May through October seasonal window✕ You prefer developed campgrounds with more amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Located 45 minutes from main park road, making it fairly remote and less crowded

Butte Lake offers fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Yellow-bellied Marmot, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Badger, and American Pika.

Location

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530 595-6121· Lassen Volcanic National Park
Getting there →

From Redding, drive 63 miles east on state highway 44 to Old Station. From intersection of state highway 89 and 44, continue east on state highway 44 for 11 miles. Watch for sign to Butte Lake Campground. Turn right and continue for 6 miles on a rough gravel road.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lassen Volcanic National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Lassen Volcanic National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Butte Lake Group cost per night?+
Butte Lake Group costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Butte Lake Group open?+
Butte Lake Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Butte Lake Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Butte Lake Group?+
Butte Lake Group can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Butte Lake Group?+
Butte Lake Group is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Butte Lake Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Butte Lake Group is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Butte Lake Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Butte Lake Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$35 /night★ 3.6 (15)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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