Summit Lake Stock Corral
Lassen Volcanic National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Mineral, CA, CA
Price: From $37 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (3 reviews)
Season: May through October
Summit Lake Stock Corral (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The stock corral is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and seven miles from the trailhead to Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park (elevation 10,457 ft.). Riders will find one of the park’s major trails only 1/4 mile away from the stock corral.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Bear Boxes, Fishing
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Summit Lake Stock Corral sits at 6,700 ft. elevation within Lassen Volcanic National Park, offering scenic views of Summit Lake and access to major hiking trails including routes to Lassen Peak (10,457 ft.). Google reviewers consistently praise the beautiful lake views and easy hiking trails around the area.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area — use bear boxes (provided at campground). Also watch for American Pika, Pacific Marten, North American Porcupine, Clark's Nutcracker, and Common Garter Snake.
Insider tips for Summit Lake Stock Corral: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site Hike the full loop around Summit Lake for best views of Mount Lassen from the back side Horse trail leads to Summit Lake Ranger Station trailhead, only 1/4 mile away
Skip Summit Lake Stock Corral if: Need RV hookups — no hookups available. Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only. Prefer larger campgrounds — only 1 tent site available.
Best time to visit Summit Lake Stock Corral: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Summit Lake North (MINERAL, CA), Warner Valley Campground (Chester, CA), Lost Creek Group (MINERAL, CA), Juniper Lake Group (MINERAL, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Summit Lake Stock Corral
Cell signal at Summit Lake Stock Corral (Mineral, CA): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 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.
Summit Lake Stock Corral (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The stock corral is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and seven miles from the trailhead to Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park (elevation 10,457 ft.). Riders will find one of the park’s major trails only 1/4 mile away from the stock corral.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site
Hike the full loop around Summit Lake for best views of Mount Lassen from the back side
Horse trail leads to Summit Lake Ranger Station trailhead, only 1/4 mile away
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Redding, California, take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The stock corral is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road. Upon reaching the Summit Lake Ranger Station continue approximately 1/8 mile to a "Service Road" turning off on the right. Turn right and continue up the road taking the first fork to the right which continues up the hill to the campsite and the stock corrals.
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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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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