Lost Creek Group
Lassen Volcanic National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: MINERAL, CA, CA
Price: From $62 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (9 reviews)
Season: May through October
Lost Creek Group Campground (elevation 5,700 ft.) is approximately five miles south of Manzanita Lake, and close to the Lost Creek and Devastated areas. Located on the main park road, it is also in close proximity to the main attractions and hiking trails of Lassen Volcanic National Park, the general store, showers and other amenities. The Loomis Museum and educational programs are a within a short drive.There are eight group sites within the campground, each containing picnic tables, campfire r
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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Located in Lassen Volcanic National Park with proximity to hiking trails, Manzanita Lake, and the Loomis Museum. Campers praise the beautiful setting and access to park attractions.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area—store all food in bear-proof containers. Also verify presence of American Badger, garter snakes, and desert striped whipsnakes.
Insider tips for Lost Creek Group: Collect fallen tree branches for firewood—no need to purchase your own This is a federal campground in high demand; book early Stay on designated trails per National Park rules
Skip Lost Creek Group if: You need RV hookups—only 8 sites available with no hookups at most sites; suitable for self-contained RVs only. You expect warm summer weather—elevation 5,700 ft. is extremely cold even during peak season. You need shower facilities—one Google review reports no showers available. You're unprepared for seasonal weather—hail and heavy rain possible even during operating season.
Best time to visit Lost Creek Group: May-October — Official operating season. Google reviews note extremely cold temperatures even in summer, so expect cold weather year-round at this elevation..
Nearby campgrounds: Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (Ca) (Chester, CA), Summit Lake North (MINERAL, CA), Hat Creek (FALL RIVER MILLS, CA), Southwest Campground (CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Lost Creek Group
Cell signal at Lost Creek 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.
Lost Creek Group Campground (elevation 5,700 ft.) is approximately five miles south of Manzanita Lake, and close to the Lost Creek and Devastated areas. Located on the main park road, it is also in close proximity to the main attractions and hiking trails of Lassen Volcanic National Park, the general store, showers and other amenities. The Loomis Museum and educational programs are a within a short drive.There are eight group sites within the campground, each containing picnic tables, campfire rings, food storage lockers and parking.
Verified facts
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryCollect fallen tree branches for firewood
no need to purchase your own
This is a federal campground in high demand; book early
Stay on designated trails per National Park rules
Official operating season. Google reviews note extremely cold temperatures even in summer, so expect cold weather year-round at this elevation.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Redding, California drive 48 miles east on State Highway 44 to State Highway 89. Turn right into Lassen Volcanic National Park and continue five miles south to Lost Creek Group Campground. It is 1/8-mile south of Crags Campground.
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- 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.
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