Description

Located next to the stunning Summit Lake, this southern stretch of campground offers almost the same remarkable view of forest and snowy peaks. Although it has more campsites available than the northern campground, it is more removed and offers a greater sense of privacy.
Campsite area
Tent or RV sites
26 sites
Up to 6 guests per site
Up to 6 vehicles
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Amenities
Potable water available
Picnic table available

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at Summit Lake South Campground.

Beach
Cave
Forest
Hot spring
Lake
River, stream, or...
Waterfall
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Hipcamper Stacey
Stacey S.
didn't provide a recommendation.
July 25th, 2017

Just spend the weekend here! Love this campground. Just beware, the water is not working, so bring your own. There's a nearby trail head, which will allow you to see over 10 alpine lakes (Cluster Lake Loop). I would absolutely stay here again!

Dog friendly, but no on the trails.

Hipcamper Scott
Scott O.
didn't provide a recommendation.
December 15th, 2015

Beautiful campgrounds right by the lake. Lassen is like the Yellowstone of California, but without the crowds. From the campsites, there are a bunch of small lakes and ponds within walking distance, and it's pretty easy to drive around the park to the various attractions.

Hipcamper Mailisha
Mailisha C.
didn't provide a recommendation.
July 29th, 2015

No need to bring kindling- there is PLENTY to find. Next time I'll bring my own hatchet though, so I can avoid buying the expensive firewood from the Manzanita store. There is a lot of free wood available, much of it too huge to fit in your fire pit: MUST CUT.

Hipcamper Mailisha
Mailisha C.
didn't provide a recommendation.
July 29th, 2015

Nice place to camp, even if the sites are a bit too close to one another for my taste. We stayed for 4 nights and did many fabulous hikes with our young kids. I was surprised by how many people came & stayed for only 1-2 nights, though. High turnover.

Hipcamper Mailisha
Mailisha C.
didn't provide a recommendation.
July 29th, 2015

$20 per night; pit toilets; potable water avail (in summer only)
We ended up finding a spot in Loop E because this loop is tents-only & nonreservable, and our trip was a last-minute decision. Loop C is the best one though, if you can plan ahead & reserve.

Hipcamper Paulina
Paulina D.
didn't provide a recommendation.
April 22nd, 2015

Quiet campground in a quiet national park close to many trails. Water spigots are available at every other campsite. Pit toilets only.

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February 19th, 2018
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November 15th, 2017
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August 9th, 2017
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July 25th, 2017
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May 17th, 2017
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May 15th, 2017
Hipcamper Stephanie M.
has mixed feelings towards this listing.
March 23rd, 2017
Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park
State
California
Country
United States
Phone Number
530 595-6121
Directions
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Coordinates
40.491° N, 121.425° W
Unknown price
Tent Only: 12 Sites
(Up to 6 people per site)
Unknown price
Tent / RV / Trailer: 14 Sites
(Up to 6 people per site)