Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (Ca)
Lassen Volcanic National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Chester, CA, CA
Price: From $88 per night
Price range: $88–$149 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (252 reviews)
Season: May through October
Situated near the northwest entrance to the park, the rustic Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins offer convenience and comfort in the scenic setting of Lassen Volcanic National Park. These 20 cabins are the first new accommodations in Lassen Volcanic National Park since 1972, and are available in three models: 2 Room, 1 Room, and Bunkhouse. They are within walking distance of Manzanita Lake, a popular catch & release fishing and family destination, and offer a view of 10,457-foot Lassen Peak, the larg
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Showers, Bear Boxes, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/manzanita-lake-camping-cabins-ca to be notified when sites open up.
New cabins (first built since 1972) in Lassen Volcanic National Park with views of Lassen Peak and walking distance to Manzanita Lake. Google reviewers praise clean, well-maintained cabins with good amenities like fire rings and bear boxes.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area — bear boxes provided at sites. Also: American Badger, American Pika, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Evening Grosbeak, American Dipper, Western Tanager, Common Nighthawk.
Insider tips for Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (Ca): Book early — federal campground with high demand Bring mattress pads — cabins are very basic Showers and laundry unavailable at park; nearest facilities 15 miles away
Skip Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (Ca) if: Need full hookups — no hookups available. Visiting outside May-October — seasonal closure. Expecting modern cabin amenities — cabins are rustic and basic.
Best time to visit Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (Ca): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Manzanita Lake (MINERAL, CA), Lost Creek Group (MINERAL, CA), Southwest Campground (CA), Summit Lake North (MINERAL, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (Ca)
Cell signal at Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (Ca) (Chester, CA): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Situated near the northwest entrance to the park, the rustic Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins offer convenience and comfort in the scenic setting of Lassen Volcanic National Park. These 20 cabins are the first new accommodations in Lassen Volcanic National Park since 1972, and are available in three models: 2 Room, 1 Room, and Bunkhouse. They are within walking distance of Manzanita Lake, a popular catch & release fishing and family destination, and offer a view of 10,457-foot Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park.
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 entryBook early
federal campground with high demand
Bring mattress pads
cabins are very basic
Showers and laundry unavailable at park; nearest facilities 15 miles away
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
The Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins are located approximately one hour east of Redding in Northern California. Redding is approximately three hours north of Sacramento on State Highway 5 and approximately 4.5 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area. From Redding, drive 48 miles east on State Highway 44. Turn right into Lassen Volcanic National Park and continue one mile south to the Manzanita Lake Campground, Camper Store and Cabins.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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