Lassen Volcanic National Park — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
MINERAL, CA, CA★ 4.4 (163 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Summit Lake North Campground (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The campground is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and eight miles from the 10,457-ft. Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park..
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You need dump stations — none available✕ You need shower facilities — not provided✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground closed seasonally
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
No showers available; plan accordingly
Bring bug spray due to high insect activity reported by campers
Choose your site carefully as quality varies significantly across the 42 sites
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally during this period only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: American Black Bear, North American Porcupine, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Mule Deer, and American Pika present in the area. Also Clark's Nutcracker, Evening Grosbeak, and Common Garter Snake.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
530 595-6121· Lassen Volcanic National Park
Getting there →
From Redding, California take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The campground is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road.
Campground entrance
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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.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Summit Lake North cost per night?+
Summit Lake North costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Summit Lake North open?+
Summit Lake North is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Summit Lake North have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Summit Lake North?+
Summit Lake North can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Summit Lake North?+
Summit Lake North 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 Summit Lake North?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Summit Lake North is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Summit Lake North open, and what are check-in times?+
Summit Lake North is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$24 /night★ 4.4 (163)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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