Manzanita Lake Group Campground
Manzanita Lake Group Campground is located at the west end of Loop B in Manzanita Lake Campground, the largest campground in Lassen Volcanic National Park. It is within walking distance of scenic Manzanita Lake, a popular fishing and family destination, and offers impressive views of Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park at 10,457 feet.
This is the group site. Looking for the main campground? Manzanita Lake, 180 sites, is next door.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 5 |
Site guide
5 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B20,22 | Pull-through | 60 | Paved | Partial | 15 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| B28,30 | Back-in | 26 | Paved | 15 / 4 | Yes | Standard | |
| B31,32 | Back-in | 27 | Paved | 15 / 4 | Yes | Standard | |
| B33,34 | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Partial | 15 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| B24,25,27 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 15 / 4 | 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
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The group campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings and food storage lockers. Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. A camp host is on-site. This facility is conveniently located one mile south of the northern park entrance, close to the Loomis Museum, Loomis Ranger Station and popular hiking trails. Campfire and educational programs are presented at the museum and amphitheater.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Redding, California, take State Highway 48 miles east. Turn right into Lassen Volcanic National Park and continue one mile south to Manzanita Lake Campground. Proceed to Loop B and go west to the back side of the loop where the group campsites are located.
| Nearest town | Mineral, California |
| Coordinates | 40.5292° N, 121.5639° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Underburn Drake Unit 7 & 9 Rx
23 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Understory Drake Unit 6 8 &10 Rx
23 mi from the campground
- PrescribedShf Rx
39 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 ↗ | 0.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Camping World ↗ | 39.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 39.2 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- 12.7 miOld Station Day Use Picnic ↗Day use
- 12.9 miBrokenshire Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 14.6 miCypress Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.8 mi17 Road ↗21.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.1 miManzanita Chutes ↗7.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.5 mi16 Road ↗9.9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.7 miAshpan Butte3.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.7 miAshpan Flat ↗5.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.8 miRed Lake4.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
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
Lassen National Forest begins about 0.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.6 miLassen National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,488,712 acres
- 3 miLassen Volcanic Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 79,061 acres
- 9 miThousand Lakes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 16,526 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
- Loomis Vistor Center, Bldg. 43Building · Manzanita Lake · 0.5 mi
- Summit Lake Ranger StationBuilding · Mineral · 7.5 mi
- Twin Lakes Fire Tool CacheBuilding · Mineral · 10.8 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated at an elevation of 5,900 feet, adjacent to Manzanita Lake, surrounded by towering Jeffrey and ponderosa pines. The national park is known for its volcanic history, as well as its diversity of more than 950 species of animals and flowering plants. The park is at the junction of the Cascade Mountains, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Great Basin, thus providing many unique habitats. Lassen contains 300 active volcanic domes, as well as 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 to erupt in the lower 48 states, after Mount St. Helens.
Recreation
Manzanita Lake is popular with fly fishermen who enjoy the catch-and-release policy. Non-motorized boating is also permitted and kayak rentals are available nearby. The park boasts more than 150 miles of hiking trails, a variety of which can be accessed from the campground. Many family-friendly hikes are available, as well as those for more experienced hikers.
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 Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
Sites at Manzanita Lake Group 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 Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Manzanita Lake Group Campground have?
5 sites, including 5 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 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 Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Manzanita Lake Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
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 Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
Manzanita Lake is popular with fly fishermen who enjoy the catch-and-release policy. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Manzanita Lake Group Campground?
Mineral, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Manzanita Lake Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Manzanita Lake (under 0.1 mi), Lost Creek Group (3.4 mi), and Southwest Campground - Winter/Spring (6.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Manzanita Lake Group Campground in?
Manzanita Lake Group Campground is a Lassen Volcanic National Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park