Lassen Volcanic National Park – June 18 to 25, 2025 

Lassen Volcanic National Park –
Dates: June 18 to 25, 2025 Note: The campground has a 5 night stay limit, however we were able to book 2 additional nights.

We are in campsite # C 19 in the Manzanita Lake Campground

Fee: We want everyone to feel this is your camping group by contributing to the Meetup cost. We will provide a “tip” bucket at our campsite and Linda, and I ask each family to pay $5 per event.

Linda and I hope you will join us in Lassen National Park. You can find over 700 species of flowering plants and 250 species of birds, mammals, reptiles and fish. The park is at the junction of the Cascade Mountains, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Great Basin, thus providing many unique habitats. You can hike, swim, paddle, horseback ride, catch up on reading your favorite books, or just relax and get acquainted.

Website: Information and campground maps: https://www.nps.gov/lavo/index.htm

The Summit Lake Campground is located 12 miles south of Manzanita Lake and 17.5 miles north of Southwest Entrance. The campground is comprised of a North (46 sites in Loops A and B) and South (49 sites in Loops C, D and E) section, each with access to the lake. Loops C, D and E are tent camping (or small pop-up trailers) only. Sites in Loops B, C and D can be reserved. Sites in Loops A and E are first-come-first-serve. There are no electrical hookups but each site has a picnic table, fire grills and drinking water nearby. Vault toilets are the norm. Coin-operated showers are available at Manzanita Lake about 20 minutes away.

Manzanita Lake Campground. It is within walking distance of the scenic Manzanita Lake, a popular fishing and family destination, and offers impressive views of Lassen Peak. The campground is close to The Loomis Museum, Loomis Ranger Station and popular hiking trails. The campground with 123 sites for tents or RV’s up to 40 feet. There are no electrical hookups but each site has a picnic table, food lockers, fire grills and drinking water. Flush toilets are the norm. A General Store and coin-operated showers are available.

Reservations: Make your reservations at www.recreation.gov https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234039 or (877-444-6777). The campground fills up in the summer. I recommend reserving your site now.

Recreation: This campground provides access to numerous nearby Trailheads. Lakes in the Park are popular with fly fishermen, some lakes are catch-and-release only. Non-motorized boats are permitted and Kayak rentals are available on Manzanita Lake. The park boasts more than 150 miles of hiking trails, including family-friendly hikes as well as for experienced hikers.

Each family is responsible for their own reservations, equipment and meals. We will gather around the campfire each evening after dinner (about 7 PM) to share stories. Bring your own chair and favorite beverage. I plan to hike and/or paddle every day. Lunch will often be on the trail or beach.
Direction: The easiest way into the park is at the North Entrance which is located 50 miles east of Redding on Highway 89.

PLEASE READ THIS: This is a participate at your own risk event!
Paddling, Hiking, or Camping is risky. Every year people are hurt or killed because they go beyond their abilities, get lost or bring the wrong gear. This is a meetup, meaning we are not hired, professional guides or instructors for this event, and do not necessarily have safety training or carry any safety equipment. You are responsible for yourself in this peer-to-peer platform of events, you need to have enough training and experience to be self-sufficient. By signing up for this event you acknowledge that you (AND YOUR GUESTS) accept the risk, are solely responsible for your own safety, have signed a liability waiver and will do the necessary research to understand the conditions of this event and the gear or pre-requisite knowledge you may require. This includes precautions regarding infectious diseases.

A Coast Guard approved life jacket or Personal Flotation Device must be worn by everyone while on the water.