Manzanita Lake

Bay area a-holes who dont know how to act in a NP campground. Also, NP Police advised us we could use our propane fire pit, but “It doesn’t look good and others might think it’s ok to build a wood fire.” 1. We live in NorCal and are very aware of the dangers of a wood fire during fire season. That is EXACTLY why we purchased a propane fire pit several years ago and why i clear the area around the pit. 2. As a retired LEO, I'm also aware we were acting in accordance with the law and they were just looking for a reason to contact someone. I cant imagine why LEOs get a bad rep. Do better. Lassen is a beautiful park we attend for day trips regularly, during all seasons. This definitely left a bad impression for camping there. We’ve camped at 15+ NPs and have not had negative experiences like this.

Campground is beautiful. Whoever makes the decision for fire safety is over aggressive. This campground had no low brush or ladder fuels and was near bare mineral soil with tall established pines. Very little danger of fire spread. They had banned fires in metal fire rings when we were there at beginning of August. In addition some of our fellow campers were obnoxious, playing a boom box til 10pm and an army of children shoveling dirt onto the paved road and playing in the streets disregarding cars. A little better management of the people and relaxed management of the fires would allow for lovely memorable evenings rather than a frustrated night lying in your tent.

Everything at Manzanita Lake campground was great. The restrooms were clean but the toilet paper is VERY thin, so bring your own.

We made a 1-night stop here to check it out. There are plenty of reasons to come back. The little lake is very beautiful and I’d love to try fishing there. The campground is spotless. I appreciated the paved camp spots and the abundant trash/recycling cans. Pine trees everywhere! Their store has everything including a cafe and a GAS STATION. I needed gas after that climb from Redding. Best thing was the view of the stars at night.

Beautiful lake for kayaking & SUP

Quiet and clean campground. Bring a water container for your campsite if you are tent camping. And bring a good doormat because the ground is dirt and fine gravel. The lights are kept low at night so that you can see the star-filled sky! Amazingly unforgettable!
It gets cold at night--even in August, so dress appropriately and have a warm sleeping bag.
The only negative is the showers. You have to go to the camper's store, pay $5, and they are absolutely filthy! Dirt and hair everywhere! And the stalls are tiny with no place to put your clothes or towel.

Really nice experience

Beautiful clear water and nice campsite location.

조용하고 넓은 캠핑장이었고, 화장실도 깨끗했고, 주변에 걷기 좋은 트레일도 많았다.
물론 공원내에 좋은곳들도 많았고.
다음에 가면 일주일정도 머물며 못본곳들을 가보고 싶다