Almanor Group Campground
Currently closed for hazard tree removal. Planned reopening is July 2026. The campground typically operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov.
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.…
Closed June 10 - Hat Creek District Office and Visitor Center
The Hat Creek District Office Visitor Center will be closed June 10, 2026. Hat Creek Ranger District is having its all day wildfire readiness event where employees engage in developmental training and planning activities ahead of the peak fire season. The office will be open for regular business…
Wood tags still available, but no other product/permit sales at Eagle Lake RD today.
Wood tags are still available to purchase, but no other product/permit sales are currently available at Eagle Lake Ranger District office starting today and potentially through next week. Please call ahead if you have questions or if you would like to know the best location to make your purchase.
Forest Road Closure Order
The Boundary of the Forest Road Closure begins at the Antelope Campground and proceeds as follows:1. Starting at Antelope Campground on Ponderosa Way,2. then continues South along Ponderosa Way to the intersection of 27N08 and 27N21 roads at “The Narrows”,3. then continues Southwest from “The…
SAFETY ALERT - South Antelope Bridge out, Do Not Cross
Damage to the underside of South Antelope Bridge on Ponderosa Way was discovered by Forest Service Road Crews. Engineering staff are currently assessing the damage. At this time the bridge is unsafe to cross, and a barricade has been placed on both sides. We will update here when more information…
Lassen National Forest Camping Restrictions
Forest Order limits the number of days and individuals camping on the Lassen National Forest. This Order prohibits camping for a period longer than 14 days in any developed campground, and 14 days not to exceed an aggregate of 30 days in any undeveloped location during a calendar year. It also…
Lake Almanor Recreational Trail Restriction
Forest Order limits the use of motor vehicles as well as saddle animals, pack animals, and draft animals, on the Lake Almanor Recreation Trail.
Lake Almanor Area Camping Restriction
Forest Order limits camping in the Lake Almanor Overnight Use Closure Area.
About
Almanor Group Campground is part of the larger Almanor Campground complex in Lassen National Forest, located along Highway 89 approximately 5.9 miles from the Highway 36 intersection near Chester. The campground provides direct access to the 28,000-acre Lake Almanor, offering boating, swimming, water skiing, and sailing opportunities. The group site can accommodate up to 100 people and 25 vehicles, with a pull-through gravel driveway suitable for vehicles up to 60 feet in length. Amenities include vault toilets, drinking water available from a hand pump, fire rings with BBQ grills, and picnic tables. No hookups are available. An RV dump station is located across the highway for a $5 fee, and a public boat launch and beach are accessible at Almanor North Campground. The Lake Almanor Recreation Trail can be accessed from within the campground, winding approximately 11 miles along the west shore with views of the lake, Dyer Mountain, and Lassen Peak. Bears frequent the area, so proper food storage is required. Dogs are allowed but must remain on leash at all times.
Directions
Located along Highway 89 approximately 5.9 miles from the intersection with Highway 36 near Chester, California.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $36 - $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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