Warner Valley Campground

Lassen Volcanic National Park — hiking

Location: Chester, CA, CA

Price: From $21 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: May through October

Warner Valley campground is a limited development facility in the south eastern area of the park. It has vault toilets and potable water spigots. Numerous trails can be accessed from the campground.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

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

Warner Valley is a limited development facility in Lassen Volcanic National Park with vault toilets, potable water, and numerous hiking trails accessible directly from the campground. Google reviewers praise it as clean, uncrowded, with a great camp host and nearby trailheads including Devil's Kitchen.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, North American Porcupine, Pacific Marten present in area. Also Common Garter Snake and Mountain Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Warner Valley Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 17 sites Gravel road access is passable for sedans, but be aware when pavement ends Campground sits on/near the PCT with direct trail access to Devil's Kitchen

Skip Warner Valley Campground if: Your RV requires hookups — no hookups available, suitable for self-contained RVs only. You need camping outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Warner Valley Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Summit Lake South (MINERAL, CA), Juniper Lake Group (MINERAL, CA), Southwest Campground (CA), Gurnsey Creek (CHESTER, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Warner Valley Campground

Cell signal at Warner Valley Campground (Chester, 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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Chester, CA, CA★ 4.1 (24 reviews)From $21/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Warner Valley campground is a limited development facility in the south eastern area of the park. It has vault toilets and potable water spigots. Numerous trails can be accessed from the campground.

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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
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
Bear boxesYes — at every site
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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, suitable for self-contained RVs only✕ You need camping outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 17 sites

Gravel road access is passable for sedans, but be aware when pavement ends

Campground sits on/near the PCT with direct trail access to Devil's Kitchen

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: American Black Bear, North American Porcupine, Pacific Marten present in area. Also Common Garter Snake and Mountain Garter Snake.

Location

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The campground is located one mile north of Warner Valley Ranger Station via gravel road and 17 miles north of Chester. From CA-36 in Chester, turn onto Feather River Road (on the east side of the bridge). Continue a half mile and veer left onto CR-312. Continue 4 miles and veer right to stay on CR-312. Follow signs to Drakesbad. Continue 12.5 miles to Warner Valley Campground and Day Use Area. RVs and trailers not recommended due to steep, rutted gravel access road.

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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 Warner Valley Campground cost per night?+
Warner Valley Campground costs $21 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Warner Valley Campground open?+
Warner Valley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Warner Valley Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Warner Valley Campground?+
Warner Valley Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Warner Valley Campground?+
Warner Valley Campground 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 Warner Valley Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Warner Valley Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Warner Valley Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Warner Valley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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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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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$21 /night★ 4.1 (24)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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