
A campsite at Summit Lake North Campground.
Photo: NPS Photo
Summit Lake North Campground is located on the north side of Summit Lake at about the middle point of the 30-mile park highway. The campground includes loop A and B. Additional campsites are located in three loops on the south side of the lake in Summit Lake South Campground. A picnic area is located on the shore and features a swimming area, picnic tables, and day use parking.
Summit Lake North Campground
Lassen Peak Highway
Mineral, CA 96063
All facility hours are subject to change due to weather, road status, or public safety. This page will be updated as much as possible to reflect current and projected hours / dates.
Reservations are required for all sites in the 2024 season. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date up to the day of arrival. It is best to reserve ahead of arrival, as there is limited to no connectivity in the park. Sites cannot be claimed without a reservation.
Make a Reservation →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 North is located at 6,695 feet elevation. Summer high temperatures range from 65 to 81°F and lows range from 26 to 36°F.
No Internt service in this area.
Cell service is extremely limited in the area.
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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