Tony K
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2022 Stayed at: C04, Loop: Loop C
It was a great experience. Having the lake nearby was also helpful just so it was easier to wash up when needed.
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451 reviews
Summit Lake South is a scenic and well-kept campground with decent privacy and easy access to nearby lakes and trails. Many campers appreciated the tranquility and cleanliness, enjoying amenities like potable water and flat camping spots. However, some noted issues with campsite spacing, uneven parking, and noise from nearby campers, while others mentioned the impact of the recent fire on the area's natural beauty.
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September 16, 2022 Stayed at: C04, Loop: Loop C
It was a great experience. Having the lake nearby was also helpful just so it was easier to wash up when needed.
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September 11, 2022 Stayed at: C07, Loop: Loop C
Very quiet tent camping (no RVs, no generators) and good-sized sites. Clean and well maintained. Conveniently located at the center of the park.
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September 11, 2022 Stayed at: E07, Loop: Loop E
Cleanest and most silence bear box ever!
Bathroom with pit toilet was also very clean. But beware that there is no electrical light to indicate bathroom so make sure you have your own headlamp.
I think the park takes very seriously its dark sky status. Which you'll find fantastic. On a clear night you'll see inky black fir trees silhouetted against the starry sky from your campsite.
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September 11, 2022 Stayed at: C07, Loop: Loop C
Very quiet tent camping (no RVs, no generators) and good-sized sites. Clean and well maintained. Conveniently located at the center of the park.
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September 11, 2022 Stayed at: E07, Loop: Loop E
Cleanest and most silence bear box ever!
Bathroom with pit toilet was also very clean. But beware that there is no electrical light to indicate bathroom so make sure you have your own headlamp.
I think the park takes very seriously its dark sky status. Which you'll find fantastic. On a clear night you'll see inky black fir trees silhouetted against the starry sky from your campsite.
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September 9, 2022 Stayed at: E19, Loop: Loop E
Very nice campground. Pretty views. Nothing much nearby in terms of stores (but we expected and planned for that). Bathrooms are not flush, but were well maintained. Campsite was nice. We were able to find two flat areas for two tents. We would totally visit again.
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September 9, 2022 Stayed at: E19, Loop: Loop E
Very nice campground. Pretty views. Nothing much nearby in terms of stores (but we expected and planned for that). Bathrooms are not flush, but were well maintained. Campsite was nice. We were able to find two flat areas for two tents. We would totally visit again.
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September 4, 2022 Stayed at: E12, Loop: Loop E
Site E12 was fantastic - close to water and toilets, but not too close. Large, partially shaded, backed into a field with lots of privacy from neighbors. Definitely one of the more secluded sites. Camping for only one car (or two very small cars - we drove a minivan). Some bugs around 7, but they went away by 8. There were a few bats flying overhead late one night. Site had fire ring with grill, picnic table, several tent sites to choose from. Incredible view of the Milky Way at night. We never saw the camp host and would recommend buying firewood outside of the park and bringing it in. Highly recommend overall!
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September 4, 2022 Stayed at: E12, Loop: Loop E
Site E12 was fantastic - close to water and toilets, but not too close. Large, partially shaded, backed into a field with lots of privacy from neighbors. Definitely one of the more secluded sites. Camping for only one car (or two very small cars - we drove a minivan). Some bugs around 7, but they went away by 8. There were a few bats flying overhead late one night. Site had fire ring with grill, picnic table, several tent sites to choose from. Incredible view of the Milky Way at night. We never saw the camp host and would recommend buying firewood outside of the park and bringing it in. Highly recommend overall!
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September 3, 2022 Stayed at: E19, Loop: Loop E
Amazing campground on the hills, quieter, spacious, nice camp host. I received very weak service with Verizon. Couldn’t turn on generator one loop which dint make sense to me, hope they change that. Dogs are not allowed in the lake which is such bullshit, it is actually entire Lassen do not allow dogs in trails even with leash, how the heck dogs can’t be allowed in wilderness which is absurdly stupid. But Lassen is super terrific will be returning again before end of summer
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Lassen Volcanic Np P.O.Box 100, Mineral, CA 96063 United States
Elevation: 2,042 ft
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.
The closest entrance is: Southwest Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 8.4 mi · 14 min
Last updated: November 3, 2026