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About Butte Lake
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
On Site Services
- Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
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Reviews (622)
What Guests Are Saying
Butte Lake Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained environment with clean restrooms, spacious sites, and close proximity to the stunning Cinder Cone Trail and Butte Lake, making it ideal for outdoor activities like swimming and hiking. Many campers appreciated the tranquility and wildlife, as well as the friendly park staff. However, some noted issues with steeply inclined sites, dust from fast-moving vehicles, and limited ranger presence, which could detract from the experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Butte Lake Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained environment with clean restrooms, spacious sites, and close proximity to the stunning Cinder Cone Trail and Butte Lake, making it ideal for outdoor activities like swimming and hiking. Many campers appreciated the tranquility and wildlife, as well as the friendly park staff. However, some noted issues with steeply inclined sites, dust from fast-moving vehicles, and limited ranger presence, which could detract from the experience.
Review Summary
Carlos A
VerifiedOctober 17, 2022 • Stayed at: A16, Loop: Loop A
This is one of my favorite camping places in CA that I keep coming back to at least every couple of years. I was concerned about the lake level being very low this year but fortunately that wasn't the case, it is noticeably lower than previous years though. I was also happy to see that the damage from recent fires was not as bad as anticipated, fire crew did a wonderful job protecting this gem. Nearest grocery and cell phone coverage is 17 mi N.W. in Old Station but the fact that it's so remote only adds to the greatness of the experience. WATCH OUT FOR MICE though, they seem to be more numerous than in the past, maybe because of the fires? Our trailer was invaded by 3 mice on the very first night and that spoiled the fun a bit but there's always a lesson to be learned, all entry points into the trailer are covered now, hopefully the experience will never be repeated.
Carlos A
VerifiedOctober 17, 2022 • Stayed at: A16, Loop: Loop A
This is one of my favorite camping places in CA that I keep coming back to at least every couple of years. I was concerned about the lake level being very low this year but fortunately that wasn't the case, it is noticeably lower than previous years though. I was also happy to see that the damage from recent fires was not as bad as anticipated, fire crew did a wonderful job protecting this gem. Nearest grocery and cell phone coverage is 17 mi N.W. in Old Station but the fact that it's so remote only adds to the greatness of the experience. WATCH OUT FOR MICE though, they seem to be more numerous than in the past, maybe because of the fires? Our trailer was invaded by 3 mice on the very first night and that spoiled the fun a bit but there's always a lesson to be learned, all entry points into the trailer are covered now, hopefully the experience will never be repeated.
Steven T
VerifiedJune 27, 2023 • Stayed at: B08, Loop: Loop B
Butte Lake campground offers spacious sites, easy access to the lake, and large food storage boxes. When we were there, other campers were quiet and considerate. We canoed to the south end of the lake and then hiked to Widow's Lake.
Steven T
VerifiedJune 27, 2023 • Stayed at: B08, Loop: Loop B
Butte Lake campground offers spacious sites, easy access to the lake, and large food storage boxes. When we were there, other campers were quiet and considerate. We canoed to the south end of the lake and then hiked to Widow's Lake.
MICHAEL M
VerifiedJune 30, 2023 • Stayed at: A07, Loop: Loop A
Nice campground and the hike to the cinder cone is great.
MICHAEL M
VerifiedJune 30, 2023 • Stayed at: A07, Loop: Loop A
Nice campground and the hike to the cinder cone is great.
Tiffany T
VerifiedJuly 1, 2023 • Stayed at: B14, Loop: Loop B
Great area for families!
Tiffany T
VerifiedJuly 1, 2023 • Stayed at: B14, Loop: Loop B
Great area for families!
Vladana Z
VerifiedJuly 3, 2023 • Stayed at: A28, Loop: Loop A
Wonderful campground and great site ( 28A). Although on inside loop there was a lot of space. Shade or sun, whatever you choose. Having garbage cans did not bother us as they are small and spaced on every other site. The restrooms were clean. Staff were really nice. There are many hikes that start from the campground. Would love to come back.
Cynthia R
VerifiedJuly 3, 2023 • Stayed at: A07, Loop: Loop A
Beautiful place to be but it's a long drive into Butte campground on a gravel road... Just know..
Location & Directions for Butte Lake
Lassen Volcanic Np Po Box 100, Mineral, CA 96063 United States
Elevation: 1,862 ft
Getting There
From Redding, California drive 63 mi east on State Highway 44 to Old Station. From the intersection of 44 and State Highway 89, continue east on 44 for 11 mi. Watch for sign to Butte Lake Campground. Turn right and continue for six miles on a roug...
From Redding, California drive 63 mi east on State Highway 44 to Old Station. From the intersection of 44 and State Highway 89, continue east on 44 for 11 mi. Watch for sign to Butte Lake Campground. Turn right and continue for six miles on a rough gravel road.
Nearby National Park
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
Approximate driving time: 29 min
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
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