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Frank M
VerifiedFebruary 16, 2020 Stayed at: B05, Loop: Loop B
Camp sites had plenty of space, the sites and restrooms were extremely clean and was just an incredible experience overall
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About Summit Lake North
Summit Lake North Campground (elevation 6.7 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The campground is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and eight miles from the 10,457-ft. Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park..
Hikers will find one of the park's major trails only 1/4-mile away from the campground and many more within a close proximity. Summit Lake North is on the opposite side of the lake from Summit Lake South Campground.
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- General Store
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A01, Loop: Loop A
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A02, Loop: Loop A
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A04, Loop: Loop A
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A05, Loop: Loop A
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A06, Loop: Loop A
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A07, Loop: Loop A
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A08, Loop: Loop A
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A10, Loop: Loop A
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A11, Loop: Loop A
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A12, Loop: Loop A
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A13, Loop: Loop A
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A14, Loop: Loop A
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A15, Loop: Loop A
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A16, Loop: Loop A
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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A17, Loop: Loop A
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A18, Loop: Loop A
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B01, Loop: Loop B
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B02, Loop: Loop B
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B03, Loop: Loop B
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B04, Loop: Loop B
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B05, Loop: Loop B
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B06, Loop: Loop B
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B07, Loop: Loop B
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B08, Loop: Loop B
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B09, Loop: Loop B
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B10, Loop: Loop B
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B11, Loop: Loop B
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B12, Loop: Loop B
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B13, Loop: Loop B
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B14, Loop: Loop B
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B15, Loop: Loop B
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B16, Loop: Loop B
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B17, Loop: Loop B
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B18, Loop: Loop B
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B19, Loop: Loop B
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B20, Loop: Loop B
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B21, Loop: Loop B
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B22, Loop: Loop B
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B23, Loop: Loop B
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B24, Loop: Loop B
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B25, Loop: Loop B
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A05, Loop: Loop A
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A06, Loop: Loop A
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A07, Loop: Loop A
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A11, Loop: Loop A
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A12, Loop: Loop A
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A13, Loop: Loop A
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A14, Loop: Loop A
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A15, Loop: Loop A
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A16, Loop: Loop A
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A17, Loop: Loop A
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A18, Loop: Loop A
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B01, Loop: Loop B
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B02, Loop: Loop B
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B05, Loop: Loop B
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B06, Loop: Loop B
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B07, Loop: Loop B
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B08, Loop: Loop B
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B09, Loop: Loop B
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B10, Loop: Loop B
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B11, Loop: Loop B
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B12, Loop: Loop B
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B13, Loop: Loop B
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B14, Loop: Loop B
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B15, Loop: Loop B
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B17, Loop: Loop B
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B18, Loop: Loop B
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B19, Loop: Loop B
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B20, Loop: Loop B
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B21, Loop: Loop B
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B22, Loop: Loop B
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B23, Loop: Loop B
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B24, Loop: Loop B
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B25, Loop: Loop B
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Reviews
388 reviews
Summary
Summit Lake North is praised for its great location within Lassen National Park, offering scenic views, easy access to hiking trails, and a beautiful lake for swimming. The campground is well-maintained with clean bathrooms and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for visitors seeking a relaxing camping experience. However, some sites are closely spaced and lack shade, which may affect privacy and comfort.
Based on guest feedback
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Based on 388 reviews
5 stars
59.8% (232)
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Frank M
VerifiedFebruary 16, 2020 Stayed at: B05, Loop: Loop B
Camp sites had plenty of space, the sites and restrooms were extremely clean and was just an incredible experience overall
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Sarah Z
VerifiedJuly 15, 2020 Stayed at: B22, Loop: Loop B
Lots of trees and shade, close to the lake for easy recreation during the day. Decently sized campsites and a lot of them are pull-through. Running water & flush toilets.
The campsites are close enough together that you should anticipate people walking through your campsite, especially if you are close to the restrooms. Be sure to guard your food because there are habituated animals that will go right up to you to steal it.
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Sarah Z
VerifiedJuly 15, 2020 Stayed at: B22, Loop: Loop B
Lots of trees and shade, close to the lake for easy recreation during the day. Decently sized campsites and a lot of them are pull-through. Running water & flush toilets.
The campsites are close enough together that you should anticipate people walking through your campsite, especially if you are close to the restrooms. Be sure to guard your food because there are habituated animals that will go right up to you to steal it.
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Brooke M
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 Stayed at: A07, Loop: Loop A
Summit Lake North is a fine campground! The campsites are close together and there isn’t much privacy from other campers, but everyone was quiet and respectful. Facilities were clean and the spring water was a great feature.
This site is central to park sites and is about equidistant from Juniper and Butte lake areas.
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Brooke M
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 Stayed at: A07, Loop: Loop A
Summit Lake North is a fine campground! The campsites are close together and there isn’t much privacy from other campers, but everyone was quiet and respectful. Facilities were clean and the spring water was a great feature.
This site is central to park sites and is about equidistant from Juniper and Butte lake areas.
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Robyn M
VerifiedJuly 21, 2020 Stayed at: B22, Loop: Loop B
Lovely small campground. Supervised kindly yet firmly by the campground host. Clean bathrooms. And Summit Lake itself is a gem. Perfect place to camp to see most of Lassen's attractions.
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Cris H
VerifiedJuly 21, 2020 Stayed at: B21, Loop: Loop B
This is an excellent lake for relaxing, swimming, or paddling a boat. The location is fine for major hikes in Lassen - Bumpass Pass, Lassen Peak and numerous lakes are all nearby.
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Robyn M
VerifiedJuly 21, 2020 Stayed at: B22, Loop: Loop B
Lovely small campground. Supervised kindly yet firmly by the campground host. Clean bathrooms. And Summit Lake itself is a gem. Perfect place to camp to see most of Lassen's attractions.
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Cris H
VerifiedJuly 21, 2020 Stayed at: B21, Loop: Loop B
This is an excellent lake for relaxing, swimming, or paddling a boat. The location is fine for major hikes in Lassen - Bumpass Pass, Lassen Peak and numerous lakes are all nearby.
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Location & Directions for Summit Lake North
Lassen Volcanic Np P.O.Box 100, Mineral, CA 96063 United States
Elevation: 2,039 ft
Getting There
From Redding, California take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 mi to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The campground is 14 mi south of the entrance on the main park road.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via State Highway 44, which connects to Redding, California, approximately 48 miles to the west.
Near Lassen Volcanic National Park
The closest entrance is: Southwest Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 8.6 mi · 15 min
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