National Park Service
Near Mineral, California: $26/night, rigs to 35 ft. Open Late May through September. Book 6 months ahead via Recreation.gov.
National Park Service
Managing authority
Near Mineral, California
How much does camping at Manzanita Lake Campground (Lassen Volcanic NP) cost, and when is it open?
Manzanita Lake Campground (Lassen Volcanic NP) near Mineral, California (National Park Service) — camping fee $26/night, season Late May through September, RV size limit Up to 35 ft. Reservations: 6 months ahead via Recreation.gov — book direct through the official channel.
The numbers
Fee range
$26/night
Season open
Late May through September
RV size limit
Up to 35 ft
Reservation window
6 months ahead via Recreation.gov
The insider read
Lassen is the least-visited NPS unit in California — even in August you can walk away from the lake at 8am and have it to yourself. Camper cabins (separate booking) come fully furnished except linens.
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