Some campsites backup to meadow areas.
Photo: NPS Photo
About
Summit Lake South Campground is located on the south side of Summit Lake at about the middle point of the 30-mile park highway. The campground contains loops C, D, and E (tents only). Additional campsites are located in two loops on the north side of the lake in Summit Lake North Campground.
Campsites
Location
Summit Lake South Campground
Lassen Peak Highway
Mineral, CA 96063
Fees
Hours
All dates are subject to change due to weather, road status, or public safety. The dates listed here are the earliest date the campground may open and the latest day the campground may close. These dates and recreation.gov will be updated as much as possible to reflect current projected dates.
Reservations
The campground is open 6/28/2024 - 9/23/2024. All sites are by reservation only throughout the duration of the operating season. Sites that are reservation only cannot be claimed without a reservation. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance up to the day of arrival. It is best to reserve ahead of arrival, as there is limited to no connectivity in the park.
Make a Reservation →Directions
Summit Lake Campground is on Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway, 12 miles south of the Northwest Entrance and 17.5 miles north of Southwest Entrance.
Weather
The park receives very little precipitation between July and September. Snow can linger on peaks into July and August, although the campground is usually snow-free by June. Summit Lake South Campground is located at 6,695 feet elevation. High temperatures range from 65°F to 81°F and lows range from 26°F to 36°F.
Accessibility
There are no ADA sites in Summit Lake Campground. A-1 in Summit Lake North is accessible. All restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
No Internet service.
No cell service.
Do not cut, saw, or break any standing trees, dead or alive for firewood. You may gather dead wood that is down on the ground within 30 feet of the road and less than 4 inches in diameter. Chainsaw use is not permitted. Fires are allowed only in designated fire grates. Do not build rock rings or burn trash in the grate. Never leave fires or hot coals unattended and extinguish them completely before leaving.
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No trailer or RVs in Summit Lake South Campground due to lake of space and small parking area. Small tent trailers are okay.
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Campground host is located approximately 1/2 mile north at the Summit Lake Trailhead.
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There are no ADA sites in Summit Lake Campground. A-1 in Summit Lake North is accessible.
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Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Developed Campground