Almanor
Currently closed due to hazard tree removal for visitor safety. Almanor North is planned to open by July 2026. Almanor South may open as early as July 2026. The campground typically operates Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Heat Advisory issued August 9 at 12:24AM PDT until August 9 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 101 to 107 and low temperatures of 65 to 80 expected, with Moderate to Major HeatRisk. * WHERE...The Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys, Foothills, Coast Range, and Sierra north of Highway 50. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...ot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially anyone without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hot temperatures continue today, with areas of Major HeatRisk. Hottest temperatures and warmest overnight lows expected in the northern Sacramento Valley and Sierra foothills thermal belts.
National Forest System Roads
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Almanor Campground is a large family-friendly facility on the west shore of Lake Almanor in Lassen National Forest. The campground sits at 4,540 feet elevation within a scenic mixed conifer forest, with some shaded sites and grassy meadows featuring seasonal wildflowers. A boat ramp adjacent to the north campground provides direct lake access, and the nearby beach offers a mix of rocky and sandy shoreline. The 28,000-acre lake is popular for boating, swimming, water skiing, and sailing. Fishing is excellent, with opportunities for rainbow and brown trout, smallmouth bass, king salmon, and catfish in the lake and nearby streams. The Lake Almanor Recreation Trail can be accessed directly from the campground, winding approximately 11 miles along the west shore through forest with views of the lake, Dyer Mountain, and Lassen Peak. The campground includes both Almanor North and Almanor South sections, with a mix of single-family sites, tent-only sites, walk-in sites, and group camping areas. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings with grills. Vault toilets and potable water are provided. The campground is located about 6 miles south of Chester off Highway 89.
Directions
From Chester, take Highway 36 west to Highway 89 South. Turn left on Highway 89 and continue south about 6 miles to Almanor Drive West (across from Almanor Group Camp and rest area). Turn left on Almanor Drive West and continue approximately 1 mile to Almanor South Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18 - $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 70ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 258-2141 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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