The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Lake Almanor West, California

If you're looking for a luxurious outdoor experience, glamping might be the perfect choice for you. Hipcamp offers over 600 options for glamping near Lake Almanor West, California, all with access to a river. You can find options as low as $25 per night, but the average price per night is $110. Some of the top campsites in the area include Mill Creek Resort (638 reviews), Love Creek Sanctuary! (266 reviews), and Sierra Sol Camp (230 reviews). Popular amenities include potable water, pet-friendly options, and showers. Activities like off-roading (OHV), swimming, and horseback riding are also popular in the area.

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Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking for a luxurious outdoor experience, glamping might be the perfect choice for you. Hipcamp offers over 600 options for glamping near Lake Almanor West, California, all with access to a river. You can find options as low as $25 per night, but the average price per night is $110. Some of the top campsites in the area include Mill Creek Resort (638 reviews), Love Creek Sanctuary! (266 reviews), and Sierra Sol Camp (230 reviews). Popular amenities include potable water, pet-friendly options, and showers. Activities like off-roading (OHV), swimming, and horseback riding are also popular in the area.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Bigfoot Lodging Vacation Rentals

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39mi from Lake Almanor West · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Shingletown, CA

Bigfoot Lodging, a peaceful campground nestled in the woods with majestic tall pine and cedar trees close to Lassen Volcanic National Park. There's also a lake, a year round creek with fish and a small waterfall on the property where you can relax in the natural and peaceful wooded setting . Quiet and beautiful place to enjoy with your friends and family. Amazing attractions near by like Subway Lava Tube Cave, Burney Falls, Shasta Lake and Caverns, Whiskeytown Lake and all amazing lakes and hiking trails up on Lassen. About 15 miles from the North entrance of Lassen National Volcanic Park.

2. The Retreat on Big Grizzly Creek

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48mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Beckwourth, CA

Unique and peaceful Lost Sierra retreat within feet of Big Grizzly Creek. 5 minutes from Lake Davis. Minutes from Grizzly Ranch Golf Club. 1 hour from Reno, and 2.5 hours from Sacramento. Nestled among towering trees and serene natural surroundings, The Retreat at Big Grizzly Creek is a tranquil haven located within feet of a gently flowing creek. As you enter the campsite, the refreshing sound of water trickling over smooth rocks immediately captures your attention, creating a symphony of nature's melodies. The Retreat is located within minutes of the small railroad town of Portola, CA, 5 minutes from the boat launch at Lake Davis, and a couple of minutes from the public golf course, Grizzly Ranch. The property the campsite is on is over 3 acres with the creek being the western border. The property has numerous overlooks of the creek and surrounding fauna with a short hike. Currently, I am building a trail and a sitting area over the most perfect view atop a rock outcropping, perfect for sipping coffee in the morning or beer. No judgment here! We have big plans for this little piece of the earth we own and are excited the share it with you.

3. Mill Creek Resort

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18mi from Lake Almanor West · 50 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mineral, CA

Welcome! We’re Jillian and Joe, along with our sidekicks Sonora + Ayla, the brains and the brawn behind Mill Creek Resort. Since 2017, we have been pouring every ounce of our love and energy into this landmark 1930’s resort. We take great pride in honoring it's rich history while creating a space for the next generation of mountain adventurers. Nestled in 12 acres of cedars and towering pines on the south side of Lassen Volcanic National Park, we offer 9 cabins open year-round, along with 20 campsites, some featuring glamping tents and 8 RV spots, two featuring a vintage 70's trailer and 2015 modern RV. We hope your path leads you here to experience all that Lassen has to offer. Miles of trails, pristine waters, dark skies, and wildlife abound, all awaiting to be discovered. Find your Wild, be kind, and leave no trace.

4. Plumas Headwaters Off-grid Retreat

39mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Milford, CA

Secluded, remote, quiet and private! The Plumas Headwaters Retreat is set at 5900' with ridges rising on both sides, and a creek that flows through. This property is a unique and evolving habitat and ecosystem restoration project where you can see the rebirth of a forest, following the 2021 Dixie Fire. Headwaters Retreat is a perfect option for finding critters such as mule deer, black bear, an occasional bobcat or coyote, and raptors & upland birds! While more elusive and less frequent, you may even see or hear elk, wolves and mountain lions! Being surrounded by National Forest and gently rising ridges to the west and east, this site is perfect for easy to moderate hikes, mtn biking the forest roads, or doing some dark-sky stargazing from the ridges! New Moon +/- 2 days for Darkest Sky for Stargazing May 26 June 25 July 24 August 22 Sept. 21 October 21 Nov. 19

5. Camp Shady Meadow

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44mi from Lake Almanor West · 41 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Blairsden, CA

There are so many fun activities available in the nearby Blairsden/Graeagle area (golfing, biking, hiking, fishing, swimming, spring flowers and autumn foliage...just to name a few). We are next to the Brewing Lair and Everstoke Mountain biking. We have added two pre-set up bell tents and one pre-set up tent to our already unique RV, travel trailer, and tent sites.

6. Lassen Glampsite (No Electricity)

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31mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Old Station, CA

Please read entire description before booking :) Enjoy the beauty and wonder of Lassen National Park while staying at our cozy, comfortable summer vacation glampsite located in Lassen National Forest. The cabin has no electricity (no fridge, washer, dryer, etc), but is like a glampsite and has all the camping essentials, including drinking water, flush toilet, propane stove for cooking, comfortable beds and wood-burning fireplace to stay warm and night. Please bring your own bedding (one full size bed and queen size sofa bed). Please bring your own wood for the fireplace.

7. Golden Pine Campground, Paxton, Ca

17mi from Lake Almanor West · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Crescent Mills, CA

Campground has 3 all weather enclosed coverings, plus two raised wood platforms for tents, 12x12. Kitchen area with bar stools countertop, barbeque, and griddle. Two bathrooms, two showers, picnic tables outside of each camping area overlooking the Feather River.

8. Butterfly Valley Yurt

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20mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Quincy, CA

Beautiful mountain property with Doug fir, sugar pine, oak, white fir, incense cedar, Ponderosa pine, alders, willow. Butterfly Valley is within walking distance of Butterfly Valley Botanical Area, a protected area with many native carnivorous plants. Two minute drive to Butterfly Beach on Spanish Creek, one of the best swimming holes in Plumas County. Right in the heart of the scenic Feather River and Lost Sierra, home of world-renowned hiking, biking, fishing, backcountry skiing, snowmobiling, white water rafting and more. This is truly a special property! Quincy is a thriving mountain community of 5,000 residents, the county seat of Plumas County, home of Feather River College and High Sierra Music Festival, restaurants, and a microbrewery.

9. Little House in the Big Woods

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34mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Forest Ranch, CA

The cabin shares the property with our home but a large portion of the yard is maintained solely for the use of cabin guests. The space feels private with no obligation to interact with the main house residents. Enjoy cooking on the BBQ or sitting by the firepit while taking in the woodland scenery. The area features a plethora of nearby hiking, mountain biking, disc golf, and swimming. Or enjoy the simplicity of reading a book, sitting by the fire, and letting the forest share its splendor with you. This house is also only about an hour drive to beautiful Lake Almanor and the amazing gem of Lassen National Park. It is very easy to go up for a day to go boating, fishing, a hike to the hot springs and hydrothermal areas, or have a picnic. The drive between here and there is on well maintained roads and the scenery is absolutely stunning. While Chico may look a bit far away on the map, the highway gets you there in 20 short minutes. This university town is well known for its mixture of vibrance, the arts, and small town rural living. The area boasts truly amazing restaurants, bars, shopping and modern amenities. Our property is very close to access points for the famous Upper Bidwell park. We will share a guidebook full of our personal recommendations of things to do in the area.

10. Cozy Log Cabin Near Lassen Park

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33mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Shingletown, CA

Are you ready to unplug from the world and recharge in nature? This newly built two bedroom, two bath log cabin will help you do just that. You’ll reconnect with love ones since the cabin has NO WIFI but does have a wood burning stove and miles of trails to walk on just outside of the front door. The cabin is conveniently located just minutes from the north entrance of Lassen National Park. For entertainment, I have a TV (no cable)/DVD player with a selection of movies, board games, and reading material including a few books and magazines. There is timber land at the back of the property with plenty of trails to walk or ride a mountain bike (if you bring one). Lassen National Park is a short drive away. Also nearby is lake McCumber. I have a wood burning stove inside that you can use for a fire. Absolutely NO FIRES outside. There is a fire ban in effect, thank you for your cooperation and understanding. I have a propane BBQ outside that you can use, along with a picnic bench and other outside seating. I will provide a selection of tea, hot coco, coffee and oatmeal to get your day started. Be sure to bring food with you since the nearest grocery story is about 9 miles away. I will provide a basket of firewood to use during your stay, but it's a good idea to bring extra since it will go fast. Because you're in the forest, there is limited cell reception so please plan accordingly. I've found that Verizon has some signal while AT&T has none. Since it's meant to get away from it all, not having cell service might be a good thing. :) The master bedroom is on the entire loft floor so there isn't a lock or door that separates the main area downstairs. Just so you're aware. There is a door and lock on the guest bedroom downstairs. All you'll need to bring are your personal items, food for your stay, and extra firewood! Once booked, I will send more helpful tips and information for your stay a week prior to your check in date. Dogs - I allow dogs because I believe they are part of the family, but please notify me if you intend to bring your dog prior to your stay. If there is high wind in the forecast, the electric company, PG&E may turn the power off for safety reasons. They usually notify me a day in advance and I will let you know right away, but I wanted you to know that it might be a possibility during your stay. For Winter Guests: A 4 wheel drive vehicle or car with chains is HIGHLY recommended to travel to the cabin. The main road is paved but there will be snow/ice in the area. The driveway is a slight uphill and is not paved. Please be prepared for snow. ***Approved Shasta County Short Term Rental Permit #STR 20-0013***

Camper favorites near Lake Almanor West

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Plumas Headwaters Off-grid Retreat

39mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Milford, CA

Secluded, remote, quiet and private! The Plumas Headwaters Retreat is set at 5900' with ridges rising on both sides, and a creek that flows through. This property is a unique and evolving habitat and ecosystem restoration project where you can see the rebirth of a forest, following the 2021 Dixie Fire. Headwaters Retreat is a perfect option for finding critters such as mule deer, black bear, an occasional bobcat or coyote, and raptors & upland birds! While more elusive and less frequent, you may even see or hear elk, wolves and mountain lions! Being surrounded by National Forest and gently rising ridges to the west and east, this site is perfect for easy to moderate hikes, mtn biking the forest roads, or doing some dark-sky stargazing from the ridges! New Moon +/- 2 days for Darkest Sky for Stargazing May 26 June 25 July 24 August 22 Sept. 21 October 21 Nov. 19

Camp Shady Meadow

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44mi from Lake Almanor West · 41 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Blairsden, CA

There are so many fun activities available in the nearby Blairsden/Graeagle area (golfing, biking, hiking, fishing, swimming, spring flowers and autumn foliage...just to name a few). We are next to the Brewing Lair and Everstoke Mountain biking. We have added two pre-set up bell tents and one pre-set up tent to our already unique RV, travel trailer, and tent sites.

Lassen Glampsite (No Electricity)

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31mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Old Station, CA

Please read entire description before booking :) Enjoy the beauty and wonder of Lassen National Park while staying at our cozy, comfortable summer vacation glampsite located in Lassen National Forest. The cabin has no electricity (no fridge, washer, dryer, etc), but is like a glampsite and has all the camping essentials, including drinking water, flush toilet, propane stove for cooking, comfortable beds and wood-burning fireplace to stay warm and night. Please bring your own bedding (one full size bed and queen size sofa bed). Please bring your own wood for the fireplace.

Golden Pine Campground, Paxton, Ca

17mi from Lake Almanor West · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Crescent Mills, CA

Campground has 3 all weather enclosed coverings, plus two raised wood platforms for tents, 12x12. Kitchen area with bar stools countertop, barbeque, and griddle. Two bathrooms, two showers, picnic tables outside of each camping area overlooking the Feather River.

Butterfly Valley Yurt

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20mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Quincy, CA

Beautiful mountain property with Doug fir, sugar pine, oak, white fir, incense cedar, Ponderosa pine, alders, willow. Butterfly Valley is within walking distance of Butterfly Valley Botanical Area, a protected area with many native carnivorous plants. Two minute drive to Butterfly Beach on Spanish Creek, one of the best swimming holes in Plumas County. Right in the heart of the scenic Feather River and Lost Sierra, home of world-renowned hiking, biking, fishing, backcountry skiing, snowmobiling, white water rafting and more. This is truly a special property! Quincy is a thriving mountain community of 5,000 residents, the county seat of Plumas County, home of Feather River College and High Sierra Music Festival, restaurants, and a microbrewery.

Little House in the Big Woods

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34mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Forest Ranch, CA

The cabin shares the property with our home but a large portion of the yard is maintained solely for the use of cabin guests. The space feels private with no obligation to interact with the main house residents. Enjoy cooking on the BBQ or sitting by the firepit while taking in the woodland scenery. The area features a plethora of nearby hiking, mountain biking, disc golf, and swimming. Or enjoy the simplicity of reading a book, sitting by the fire, and letting the forest share its splendor with you. This house is also only about an hour drive to beautiful Lake Almanor and the amazing gem of Lassen National Park. It is very easy to go up for a day to go boating, fishing, a hike to the hot springs and hydrothermal areas, or have a picnic. The drive between here and there is on well maintained roads and the scenery is absolutely stunning. While Chico may look a bit far away on the map, the highway gets you there in 20 short minutes. This university town is well known for its mixture of vibrance, the arts, and small town rural living. The area boasts truly amazing restaurants, bars, shopping and modern amenities. Our property is very close to access points for the famous Upper Bidwell park. We will share a guidebook full of our personal recommendations of things to do in the area.

Cozy Log Cabin Near Lassen Park

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33mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · Lodging · Shingletown, CA

Are you ready to unplug from the world and recharge in nature? This newly built two bedroom, two bath log cabin will help you do just that. You’ll reconnect with love ones since the cabin has NO WIFI but does have a wood burning stove and miles of trails to walk on just outside of the front door. The cabin is conveniently located just minutes from the north entrance of Lassen National Park. For entertainment, I have a TV (no cable)/DVD player with a selection of movies, board games, and reading material including a few books and magazines. There is timber land at the back of the property with plenty of trails to walk or ride a mountain bike (if you bring one). Lassen National Park is a short drive away. Also nearby is lake McCumber. I have a wood burning stove inside that you can use for a fire. Absolutely NO FIRES outside. There is a fire ban in effect, thank you for your cooperation and understanding. I have a propane BBQ outside that you can use, along with a picnic bench and other outside seating. I will provide a selection of tea, hot coco, coffee and oatmeal to get your day started. Be sure to bring food with you since the nearest grocery story is about 9 miles away. I will provide a basket of firewood to use during your stay, but it's a good idea to bring extra since it will go fast. Because you're in the forest, there is limited cell reception so please plan accordingly. I've found that Verizon has some signal while AT&T has none. Since it's meant to get away from it all, not having cell service might be a good thing. :) The master bedroom is on the entire loft floor so there isn't a lock or door that separates the main area downstairs. Just so you're aware. There is a door and lock on the guest bedroom downstairs. All you'll need to bring are your personal items, food for your stay, and extra firewood! Once booked, I will send more helpful tips and information for your stay a week prior to your check in date. Dogs - I allow dogs because I believe they are part of the family, but please notify me if you intend to bring your dog prior to your stay. If there is high wind in the forecast, the electric company, PG&E may turn the power off for safety reasons. They usually notify me a day in advance and I will let you know right away, but I wanted you to know that it might be a possibility during your stay. For Winter Guests: A 4 wheel drive vehicle or car with chains is HIGHLY recommended to travel to the cabin. The main road is paved but there will be snow/ice in the area. The driveway is a slight uphill and is not paved. Please be prepared for snow. ***Approved Shasta County Short Term Rental Permit #STR 20-0013***

Public campgrounds near Lake Almanor West

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Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins

28mi from Lake Almanor West · 20 sites · in Lassen Volcanic National Park

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Black Mountain Lookout

47mi from Lake Almanor West · 1 site · in Plumas National Forest

Stories from the community

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Genevieve

October 2025

Weekend Trip to The Retreat on Big Grizzly Creek

This is a really great spot and we enjoyed our stay! We enjoyed the roaring creek next to us and hearing the water as we went to sleep and upon wake up! The tent was well built, felt cozy and secure. The propane heater provided was a MUST as we stayed mid-Oct and the nights were cold outside. It heated it up very quickly and we had to turn it down while we slept it got so toasty. While there are 2 options for parking, if we weren't able to park where we did (closer to the tent), it would have made for more difficult logistics. We just barely were able to get our full-sized truck backed down the path (between the posts) in order to park close to the tent. In muddy weather this might have been more challenging. FYI - you need to have some pretty decent backing up and maneuvering skills to back down through the gate, esp if you have a full sized truck like we did. We did navigate to this spot at night which was a bit challenging in the dark but everything worked out well. This is a nice, secluded and peaceful spot!

Whitney

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Mill Creek Resort

Loved our glamping yurt! Will be back for sure and hopefully with friends. Site 20 is by the trail to go to the creek but site 19 is a ways away because the vault toilet is in between. We heard the creek all night which is exactly what we wanted! It’s about 20 minutes to the southwest gate of Lassen NP.

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Angie

September 2025

2 nights at Mill Creek Resort

Great location with friendly staff, nice hot shower!

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David

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Butterfly Valley Yurt

The Butterfly Yurt is the perfect glamping spot! It's private, comfortable, and has just enough amenities to make the stay easy yet with the camping feel. Lori and Lucky were great hosts -- nearby if needed but out of sight and earshot. The location is great for access to Quincy, the Feather River canyon, the Lakes region (the hike to the Sierra Buttes lookout is epic!), swimming, hot springs, etc. Or just laze on the yurt's deck with a cup of coffee and read. We hope to go back again soon.

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Trang

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Mill Creek Resort

We loved Site 18 Glamping. Everyone was helpful and kind. Bathrooms were clean and had nice hot water. Highly recommended!

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Corey

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Butterfly Valley Yurt

Exactly as listed. Fun escape in the woods for the family and dog.

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Alecia

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Butterfly Valley Yurt

This was our first time camping in a yurt- or any premade structure for that matter! I couldn’t complain about a single thing, there was so much more provided in the yurt than we could have imagined. There is basically a full kitchen set up witch dishes and utensils, extra blankets, fire wood for the fire place, A SHOWER, toilet paper, lighters, even cooking oil! It was such a relaxing get away for my family and I. We had such a blast exploring the property, going to the swimming hole basically 3 minutes away, and just enjoying each others company. Although the structure itself is rather close to the home, it still feels so secluded and like you’re right in the middle of nowhere. If you’re thinking about pulling the trigger on something nice for camping, don’t bother looking anywhere else!

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Anthony

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Retreat on Big Grizzly Creek

Great space. Comfortable bed. Everything you need to make your stay easy and enjoyable, The stream and the property are beautiful.

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Damian

August 2025

1 night at Mill Creek Resort

Lovely, cozy and functional, close to Lassen NP with private showers just across the path. We had a great time staying here!

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Emily

August 2025

2 nights at The Retreat on Big Grizzly Creek

Loved the property! Perfect little getaway, so peaceful.

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malori

August 2025

Weekend Trip to The Retreat on Big Grizzly Creek

Amazing! Just amazing :) we had the best time, perfect amount of calm and seclusion.

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Denise

August 2025

2 nights at Mill Creek Resort

The camp was clean and quiet. The sky and stars were clear, perseid active. The glamping tent was a beautiful welcome sight.

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Todd

August 2025

With kids

2 nights at Butterfly Valley Yurt

Awesome place. Lori was great and very attentive. Would stay there again!

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Evan

August 2025

4 nights at Mill Creek Resort

The Bullet was a great RV to stay in while I worked nearby. The whole Mill Creek Resort is lovely, clean, quiet, and well maintained. Highly recommended!

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Lili

July 2025

2 nights at Butterfly Valley Yurt

Beautiful secluded cabin. Clean has everything you need for this type of cabin. Keith was very nice and helpful. I would go back.

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Eric

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Retreat on Big Grizzly Creek

Perfect little campsite! My 4 year old loved it. Beautiful spot and great to fall asleep to the sound of the gurgling creek.

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Nathaniel

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Mill Creek Resort

Such a great setup and everything that is needed! We had a blast and visited Lassen Volcanic. Easy commute to the southwest entrance. The private bathrooms just for the “glampers” were a nice touch as well.

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madelynn

July 2025

Group trip

1 night at Butterfly Valley Yurt

absolutely wonderful stay! we loved the yurt! hands down best place to go stargazing

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Sean

July 2025

1 night at Mill Creek Resort

Very quiet campground with a nicely appointed trailer, very cozy and comfortable. Nice picnic table with camp stove all ready to go. Staff was very accommodating and helpful when I contacted them after my visit thinking I had left something behind. They looked and looked and kept me informed.