Summit Lake Stock Corral
Summit Lake Stock Corral (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The stock corral is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and seven miles from the trailhead to Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park (elevation 10,457 ft.). Riders will find one of the park's major trails only 1/4 mile away from the stock corral. A convenient horse trail leads to the Summit Lake Ranger Station where the trailhead is located. Many more trails are in close proximity with access to Juniper Lake, Snag Lake, and Butte Lake. The Pacific Crest Trail, which runs through the park, is also accessible from the Summit Lake Stock Corral.
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Site mix
| group equestrian | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | Partial | 10 / 6 | Yes | Standard |
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
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The facility has two metal stock corrals with water troughs and water is furnished for the horses. There is no potable water so campers must bring their own water or go into the Summit Lake Campground to obtain drinking water. There are two campsites with tables, fire rings and bear lockers available. There is a vault toilet available near the site for the use of campers at the stock corral.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Redding, California, take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The stock corral is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road. Upon reaching the Summit Lake Ranger Station continue approximately 1/8 mile to a "Service Road" turning off on the right.
| Nearest town | Mineral, California |
| Coordinates | 40.4944° N, 121.4175° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Underburn Drake Unit 7 & 9 Rx
19 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Understory Drake Unit 6 8 &10 Rx
19 mi from the campground
- PrescribedShf Rx
46 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 ↗ | 8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Reliable RV ↗ | 42.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Camping World ↗ | 46.6 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- 11.6 miBrokenshire Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 12.8 miOld Station Day Use Picnic ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 4.9 miPacific Crest National Scenic ↗122.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
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 Volcanic Wilderness, which overlaps Lassen National Forest.
- inLassen Volcanic Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 79,061 acres
- inLassen National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,488,712 acres
- 7.4 miCaribou Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,839 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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Summit Lake Ranger StationBuilding · Mineral · 0.6 mi
- Twin Lakes Fire Tool CacheBuilding · Mineral · 3.3 mi
- Warner Valley Ranger StationBuilding · Chester · 4.1 mi
Natural features
The national park is known for its volcanic history, as well as its diversity of plants and animals. It contains 300 active volcanic domes and many hydrothermal features, such as mud pots and steam vents. Lassen Peak is the southernmost active volcano in the Cascades, and the second most recent volcano to erupt in the lower 48 of the United States before Mount Saint Helens. Lassen Volcanic National Park boasts over 700 species of flowering plants and 250 native species including birds, mammals, reptiles and fish. The park is at the junction of the Cascade Mountains, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Great Basin, providing many unique habitats.
Recreation
The Summit Lake area is a hub for hiking and horse riding enthusiasts. Many of the park's 150 miles of trails can be accessed from this area. Located a short distance from the stock corral is the Cluster Lakes loop trail, a major trailhead into the park's interior, bypassing several alpine lakes and popular among birders. Evening programs are presented at an amphitheater within the Summit Lake Campground area.
Guidebooks for Lassen Volcanic National Park
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- Monitoring the American Pika in the Pacific West Region: Crater Lake National Park, Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Lava Beds National Monument: Standard Operating ProceduresNational Park Service, 2013Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Summit Lake Stock Corral?
Sites at Summit Lake Stock Corral are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Summit Lake Stock Corral?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Summit Lake Stock Corral have?
1 site, including 1 group equestrian.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Summit Lake Stock Corral?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Summit Lake Stock Corral?
The Summit Lake area is a hub for hiking and horse riding enthusiasts. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Summit Lake Stock Corral?
Mineral, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Summit Lake Stock Corral is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Summit Lake North (0.4 mi), Summit Lake South (0.4 mi), and Warner Valley Campground (3.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Summit Lake Stock Corral in?
Summit Lake Stock Corral is a Lassen Volcanic National Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park