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

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

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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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

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

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

Based on 388 reviews

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5 stars 59.8% (232)
4 stars 24.5% (95)
3 stars 9.5% (37)
2 stars 4.1% (16)
1 star 2.1% (8)

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Emily K

Verified

September 15, 2025 Stayed at: A17, Loop: Loop A

Campground is well maintained and bathrooms were very clean. Sites are unevenly spaced - this one was really close to A18, but a good distance from A16.

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Emily K

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September 15, 2025 Stayed at: A17, Loop: Loop A

Campground is well maintained and bathrooms were very clean. Sites are unevenly spaced - this one was really close to A18, but a good distance from A16.

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chris h

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September 12, 2025 Stayed at: B18, Loop: Loop B

we requested a spot for a 25" trailer. which was confirmed. when we arrived, we found that we were in a spot for a tent. We did manage to get our trailer into the spot, but it partially blocked the spot next to us. What was more frustrating was the drive through spot across from us, for both nights, had small tents in them

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chris h

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September 12, 2025 Stayed at: B18, Loop: Loop B

we requested a spot for a 25" trailer. which was confirmed. when we arrived, we found that we were in a spot for a tent. We did manage to get our trailer into the spot, but it partially blocked the spot next to us. What was more frustrating was the drive through spot across from us, for both nights, had small tents in them

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Alan Q

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September 5, 2025 Stayed at: B24, Loop: Loop B

Excellent campsite that was more laid back and peaceful than the larger campgrounds nearby. Walk to Summit Lake was very short. Campsite #24 where we stayed has partial shade and very close to a water faucet. Only recommended improvement for the campground would be to install solar powered lighting for the restrooms as they are very dark at night.

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Gavin N

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September 5, 2025 Stayed at: A07, Loop: Loop A

We stayed in site A07. When it rains, water funnels from both the impervious pavement to the east and the bank on the south of the site through the site and to the culvert. The only place to pitch a tent to avoid inundation is on the slope above the “ riverbed” . The site is generally not suitable for a tent.

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Karen R

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September 5, 2025 Stayed at: A15, Loop: Loop A

The North Summit Lake campground is a terrific place to camp. The views, including Mt. Lassen majestically sitting above the lake, the stars and the lake itself. There is water and there are restrooms, which are very clean and easily accessible. It is easy to launch your water toys from the banks of the lake. We enjoyed it so much we booked again right after we returned home.

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Alan Q

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September 5, 2025 Stayed at: B24, Loop: Loop B

Excellent campsite that was more laid back and peaceful than the larger campgrounds nearby. Walk to Summit Lake was very short. Campsite #24 where we stayed has partial shade and very close to a water faucet. Only recommended improvement for the campground would be to install solar powered lighting for the restrooms as they are very dark at night.

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Gavin N

Verified

September 5, 2025 Stayed at: A07, Loop: Loop A

We stayed in site A07. When it rains, water funnels from both the impervious pavement to the east and the bank on the south of the site through the site and to the culvert. The only place to pitch a tent to avoid inundation is on the slope above the “ riverbed” . The site is generally not suitable for a tent.

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Karen R

Verified

September 5, 2025 Stayed at: A15, Loop: Loop A

The North Summit Lake campground is a terrific place to camp. The views, including Mt. Lassen majestically sitting above the lake, the stars and the lake itself. There is water and there are restrooms, which are very clean and easily accessible. It is easy to launch your water toys from the banks of the lake. We enjoyed it so much we booked again right after we returned home.

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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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Last updated: October 25, 2026

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