Summit Lake North

Lassen Volcanic Np P.O.Box 100, Mineral, California, United States
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Summit Lake
Summit Lake
SUMMIT LAKE NORTH
SUMMIT LAKE NORTH
SUMMIT LAKE NORTH

Featured amenities

General Store General Store
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
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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.

Available sites

41 total sites
RV Sites 33 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 8 sites Check Availability

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store General Store
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
  • Fish Cleaning Station
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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41 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A01, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 A02, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A04, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 A05, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 A06, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A07, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 A08, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A10, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A11, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A12, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ A13, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 A14, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 A15, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 A16, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A17, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 A18, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B01, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 B02, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B03, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B04, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 B05, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ B06, Loop: Loop B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ B07, Loop: Loop B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ B08, Loop: Loop B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 B09, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 B10, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B11, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B12, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B13, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ B14, Loop: Loop B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 B15, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
⛺ B16, Loop: Loop B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ B17, Loop: Loop B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 B18, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ B19, Loop: Loop B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 B20, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 B21, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 B22, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 B23, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 B24, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B25, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

388 reviews

Summary

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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

4.4

Overall rating

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4 stars 24.5% (95)
3 stars 9.5% (37)
2 stars 4.1% (16)
1 star 2.1% (8)

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Pablo G

September 15, 2020

The campsite at Summit Lake were well maintained

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Pablo G

September 15, 2020

The campsite at Summit Lake were well maintained

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Esther B

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September 16, 2020 Stayed at: A14, Loop: Loop A

The location of the campsite was good but felt a little to cramp as each campsite was too close to each other. Camping during the off season before any holidays was a great choice as there weren't a lot of people in the campsite. I will most likely return to Lassen Volcanic National Park however will try different campsites to see what each campsite will provide. The campsite was super clean and well maintained. Will definitely return to the campsite.

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Esther B

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September 16, 2020 Stayed at: A14, Loop: Loop A

The location of the campsite was good but felt a little to cramp as each campsite was too close to each other. Camping during the off season before any holidays was a great choice as there weren't a lot of people in the campsite. I will most likely return to Lassen Volcanic National Park however will try different campsites to see what each campsite will provide. The campsite was super clean and well maintained. Will definitely return to the campsite.

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Sharla A

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September 22, 2020 Stayed at: B20, Loop: Loop B

We appreciated the pull through spot and the immaculate bathrooms. Cinder Cone was an adventurous and invigorating experience. We highly recommend it.

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Sharla A

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September 22, 2020 Stayed at: B20, Loop: Loop B

We appreciated the pull through spot and the immaculate bathrooms. Cinder Cone was an adventurous and invigorating experience. We highly recommend it.

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Marina O

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February 2, 2021 Stayed at: B13, Loop: Loop B

Close walk to the beach was great! If we had stayed longer we would have taken advantage of the many bike trails near town.

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Marina O

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February 2, 2021 Stayed at: B13, Loop: Loop B

Close walk to the beach was great! If we had stayed longer we would have taken advantage of the many bike trails near town.

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Ben J

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July 6, 2021 Stayed at: B15, Loop: Loop B

Nice campground. Sites are close but that's not too bad. The lake is great for swimming, if you do a Backcountry like we did the lake is perfect to get back after being away and just jumping in.

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Patrick M

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July 6, 2021 Stayed at: B22, Loop: Loop B

repeat camper here … no camp host this year. Toilets fouled early on with busy weekend.

i wish there was a better system for reservations… seems like several people book sites and never show up… not considerate of others.

I think its time for all national parks to have electrical plug-ins for EV and for avoiding having to run generators… i have solar and batteries however most campers dont… the noise and pollution of generators should be addressed.

had a great time… we enjoy the ranger talks and the park is beautiful!

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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.

Nearest town

Mineral, CA - 25 mi

About 45 min to downtown

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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Summit Lake South Campground, situated at 6.7 ft. in Lassen Volcanic National Park, is near the scenic Summit Lake and 8 mi from Lassen Peak. It offers easy access to major hiking trails just 1/4-mile away. The campground is located opposite Summi...

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Summit Lake Stock Corral, situated at 6.7 ft in Lassen Volcanic National Park, is near Summit Lake and seven miles from Lassen Peak's trailhead. A major trail is just 1/4 mi away, providing access to various nearby lakes and the Pacific Crest Trai...

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Warner Valley Campground is a minimally developed site in the southeastern part of the park, featuring vault toilets and potable water spigots. It provides access to various trails.

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Nearby destinations

Lassen Volcanic National Park

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4 mi away

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Old Station

12 mi away

City
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Mineral

14 mi away

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Last updated: October 25, 2026

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