Lost Creek Group
Lost Creek Group Campground (elevation 5,700 ft.) is approximately five miles south of Manzanita Lake, and close to the Lost Creek and Devastated areas. Located on the main park road, it is also in close proximity to the main attractions and hiking trails of Lassen Volcanic National Park, the general store, showers and other amenities. The Loomis Museum and educational programs are a within a short drive.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 8 |
Site guide
8 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | Yes |
| 007 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 6 | 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 |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There are eight group sites within the campground, each containing picnic tables, campfire rings, food storage lockers and parking. Drinking water is provided. The facility does not provide electric and water hookups. The closest dump station is at Manzanita Lake.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Redding, California drive 48 miles east on State Highway 44 to State Highway 89. Turn right into Lassen Volcanic National Park and continue five miles south to Lost Creek Group Campground. It is 1/8-mile south of Crags Campground.
| Nearest town | Mineral, California |
| Coordinates | 40.5625° N, 121.5167° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Underburn Drake Unit 7 & 9 Rx
20 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCy26 Elrd Understory Drake Unit 6 8 &10 Rx
20 mi from the campground
- PrescribedShf Rx
41 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 ↗ | 3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Camping World ↗ | 41.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 42 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
The Loomis Museum is located about a fifteen minute drive away and the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center is located about forty-five minute drive away.
- 9.4 miOld Station Day Use Picnic ↗Day use
- 13.1 miCypress Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 15 miBrokenshire Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 2.4 mi16 Road ↗9.9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.8 miAshpan Butte3.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.8 miAshpan Flat ↗5.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 3.9 miPacific Crest National Scenic ↗122.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
- 3.9 miParham'S Point Trail ↗13.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.1 miLost Creek Spur0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 4 more
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
- 1.8 miLassen Volcanic Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 79,061 acres
- 7.4 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 · 3.1 mi
- Summit Lake Ranger StationBuilding · Mineral · 6.4 mi
- Twin Lakes Fire Tool CacheBuilding · Mineral · 8.9 mi
Natural features
The Lost Creek area has a pleasant atmosphere dominated by large ponderosa pines. 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 National Park boasts over 700 species of flowering plants and 250 species of vertebrates, including birds, mammals, reptiles and fish. The park is at the junction of the Cascade Mountains, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Great Basin, thus providing many unique habitats.
Recreation
Within a short drive, campers can access several hiking trails and Manzanita Lake. The lake is popular with fly fishermen for catching trout; however, the area does maintain a catch-and-release policy and requires the use of artificial lures and single barb-less hooks only. Non-motorized boating is also permitted with kayak rentals nearby.
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 Lost Creek Group?
Sites at Lost Creek Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lost Creek Group?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Lost Creek Group have?
8 sites, including 8 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Lost Creek Group?
Lost Creek Group is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Lost Creek Group?
The closest dump station is at Manzanita Lake.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Lost Creek Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lost Creek Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lost Creek Group?
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 Lost Creek Group?
Within a short drive, campers can access several hiking trails and Manzanita Lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Lost Creek Group?
Mineral, California. The Loomis Museum is located about a fifteen minute drive away and the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center is located about forty-five minute drive away.
Source: Getting there
What if Lost Creek Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Manzanita Lake Group Campground (3.4 mi), Manzanita Lake (3.4 mi), and Summit Lake North (6.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Lost Creek Group in?
Lost Creek Group is a Lassen Volcanic National Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park