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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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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: D14, Loop: Loop D
It is a nice campground. It was clean and spacious. The campground had ranger presentations on Friday and Saturday nights. We enjoyed it tremendously. Especially the hike to the top of Mt Lassen!
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: D11, Loop: Loop D
Our spot was close to the summit trail for our morning embarkment. In the evening, we enjoyed the short walk to the lake trail and watched the sun set over the mountain. Even though there were other campers close by it felt like our spot was secluded. Close to bathrooms and trash cans as well. I can't wait to reserve the same spot this year!
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: C07, Loop: Loop C
We had great fun at Summit Lake. We had 2 adjacent campsites for our group. The sites are well spaced so we weren't crowded with other neighbors. The sites were clean and left in good condition. Everything was great. Can't wait to return next summer!
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: C10, Loop: Loop C
Gorgeous site in a beautiful location.
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: D14, Loop: Loop D
It is a nice campground. It was clean and spacious. The campground had ranger presentations on Friday and Saturday nights. We enjoyed it tremendously. Especially the hike to the top of Mt Lassen!
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: D11, Loop: Loop D
Our spot was close to the summit trail for our morning embarkment. In the evening, we enjoyed the short walk to the lake trail and watched the sun set over the mountain. Even though there were other campers close by it felt like our spot was secluded. Close to bathrooms and trash cans as well. I can't wait to reserve the same spot this year!
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: C07, Loop: Loop C
We had great fun at Summit Lake. We had 2 adjacent campsites for our group. The sites are well spaced so we weren't crowded with other neighbors. The sites were clean and left in good condition. Everything was great. Can't wait to return next summer!
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December 18, 2019 Stayed at: C02, Loop: Loop C
The campsite was sloped and had a lot of runoff from melting snow (the snow melt wasn’t surprising since the campground had just been opened). Plus, it felt a little crowded compared to the other campgrounds on our trip. Beautiful park, though!
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December 18, 2019 Stayed at: C02, Loop: Loop C
The campsite was sloped and had a lot of runoff from melting snow (the snow melt wasn’t surprising since the campground had just been opened). Plus, it felt a little crowded compared to the other campgrounds on our trip. Beautiful park, though!
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December 17, 2019 Stayed at: C01, Loop: Loop C
Great campsite at high altitude. You’ll need all of your supplies as the closest store is a half hour drive away.
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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
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Population: 133
Nearby city: Redding, CA
Approx. 51 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 4,902 ft
Mineral, CA
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