About Summit Lake South
Number of accommodations: 45
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Hiking
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2026 Season availability
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- Potable Water
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Reviews (372)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Francisco V
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 • Stayed at: E07, Loop: Loop E
This was my first experience at Lassen Volcanic and I was pleasantly surprised. The accommodations were bare minimum, but clean and cared for nonetheless. I will certainly look forward to a future visit.
Francisco V
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 • Stayed at: E07, Loop: Loop E
This was my first experience at Lassen Volcanic and I was pleasantly surprised. The accommodations were bare minimum, but clean and cared for nonetheless. I will certainly look forward to a future visit.
Ivana K
VerifiedAugust 4, 2020 • Stayed at: C10, Loop: Loop C
We stayed at Summit Lake South (loop c) for a 1 night getaway from San Francisco in Late July!
This was one of the most beautiful campgrounds I have been too. Nestled under big shady trees right on a small lake, it was very picturesque. There are potable water faucets in between all of the campsites and the toilets were pretty clean. Bear box, table and fire-pit with grate were all provided as well.
You are able to swim in the lake which was great because there are no showers :) and there is a nice trail around the lake for that leads to some larger hikes.
Nights do get cold so bring some extra firewood!
Overall I would recommend and would stay here again!
Ivana K
VerifiedAugust 4, 2020 • Stayed at: C10, Loop: Loop C
We stayed at Summit Lake South (loop c) for a 1 night getaway from San Francisco in Late July!
This was one of the most beautiful campgrounds I have been too. Nestled under big shady trees right on a small lake, it was very picturesque. There are potable water faucets in between all of the campsites and the toilets were pretty clean. Bear box, table and fire-pit with grate were all provided as well.
You are able to swim in the lake which was great because there are no showers :) and there is a nice trail around the lake for that leads to some larger hikes.
Nights do get cold so bring some extra firewood!
Overall I would recommend and would stay here again!
Christopher J
VerifiedAugust 1, 2020 • Stayed at: C09, Loop: Loop C
Beautiful campsite
Christopher J
VerifiedAugust 1, 2020 • Stayed at: C09, Loop: Loop C
Beautiful campsite
Kris T
VerifiedJuly 29, 2020 • Stayed at: D12, Loop: Loop D
Had a wonderful stay. Our hosts were super welcoming and friendly, while also being very informative of camp rules and expectations. My one minor gripe is that even though the campsites are “limit 6,” it seems children are “unlimited.” A small neighboring campsite had 6-8 younger children who were up at very early morning hours, which is not necessarily reflective of the park or campground.
Facilities were decent. Bathrooms were a bit smelly, but clean overall. The campsite was beautiful, clean, peaceful, & relaxing (note: children exception). We will definitely be back!
Kris T
VerifiedJuly 29, 2020 • Stayed at: D12, Loop: Loop D
Had a wonderful stay. Our hosts were super welcoming and friendly, while also being very informative of camp rules and expectations. My one minor gripe is that even though the campsites are “limit 6,” it seems children are “unlimited.” A small neighboring campsite had 6-8 younger children who were up at very early morning hours, which is not necessarily reflective of the park or campground.
Facilities were decent. Bathrooms were a bit smelly, but clean overall. The campsite was beautiful, clean, peaceful, & relaxing (note: children exception). We will definitely be back!
Lizabeth W
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 • Stayed at: D11, Loop: Loop D
Rangers stopped by and said hello and provided warning on the bear situation. Had no problems, the site was very clean, the bathrooms well kept up, had some cell service. All my neighbors were nice. I stayed in A05 and the site was pretty nice and felt private. Great experience and will come again.
Lizabeth W
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 • Stayed at: D11, Loop: Loop D
Rangers stopped by and said hello and provided warning on the bear situation. Had no problems, the site was very clean, the bathrooms well kept up, had some cell service. All my neighbors were nice. I stayed in A05 and the site was pretty nice and felt private. Great experience and will come again.
Location Summit Lake South
Address:
Lassen Volcanic Np P.O.Box 100
Mineral, CA, 96063
United States
From Redding, California take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The campground is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.4903 / -121.424
Elevation: 2042 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
