West Eagle Campground
West Eagle Campground is part of the Eagle Lake Recreation Area in the Lassen National Forest, which offers a variety of lakes, streams and wilderness areas and an abundance of recreation opportunities. In addition to water sports on the lake, the area also offers miles of trails that are used year-round for hiking and mountain biking and by snowmobiling enthusiasts during the winter months.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS1 | 40 | Gravel | Full | 100 / 40 | Yes |
| GS2 | 40 | Gravel | Full | 75 / 40 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
West Eagle Campground offers two group sites for tent or RV camping. One site can accommodate up to 75 guests, while the other is rated for up to 100 guests. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, electricity and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Susanville, California, take Highway 36 for 2 miles west to County Road A-1. Turn north and continue 14 miles to the Eagle Lake Recreation Area, following the signs to the campground.
| Coordinates | 40.5486° N, 120.7814° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Understory Drake Unit 6 8 &10 Rx
23 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Underburn Drake Unit 7 & 9 Rx
24 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Reliable RV ↗ | 13.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- 0.7 miGallatin Marina ↗Boat launch
- 0.7 miEagle Lake Marina Jetty ↗Boat launch
- 0.9 miGallatin Beach ↗Swimming
- 2.9 miChristie Day Use ↗Day use
- 10.5 miDevil's Corral Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.4 miSusanville Trailhead ↗Trailhead
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- 14.8 miCrater Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miEagle Tie ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miGallatin ↗0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miSouth Shore Marina ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 0.6 miGallatin Way ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miEagle Lake South Shore ↗4.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miHidden Change Interp. Trail0.4 mi trail · hiking, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Lassen National Forest.
- inLassen National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,488,712 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Lassen County Court HouseBuilding · Susanville · 11 mi
- Roop's FortBuilding · Susanville · 11.1 mi
- Susanville Railroad DepotBuilding · Susanville · 11.4 mi
Natural features
The campground is located on the southeastern shores of Eagle Lake, in northeastern California, at an elevation of approximately 5,100 feet. It is nestled in a forest of mature pine trees with a grassy understory. A few sites offer sweeping views of the adjacent lake and some have space to moor a boat.
Recreation
The 27,000-acre lake provides ample boating, swimming, water skiing and sailing opportunities. Visitors also enjoy the plentiful trout fishing. A boat ramp can be found not far from the campground, and a beach is located at the nearby Aspen Campground. The campground offers access points for miles of trails within the Eagle Lake Recreation Area. A 6-mile hiking, biking and horseback riding trail parallels the lake and winds through the surrounding forest.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at West Eagle Campground?
Sites at West Eagle Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at West Eagle Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does West Eagle Campground have?
2 sites, including 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at West Eagle Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at West Eagle Campground?
Accessible flush toilets, electricity and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at West Eagle Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at West Eagle Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at West Eagle Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at West Eagle Campground?
The 27,000-acre lake provides ample boating, swimming, water skiing and sailing opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if West Eagle Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Eagle Campground (0.1 mi), Aspen Grove Campground (0.6 mi, partly first-come), and Merrill Campground (1.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby