Battle Creek Campground

Closed

Closed for the 2026 season due to hazardous trees. Typically operates mid-May through September when open.

National Forest System Roads

Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads

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.…

Front Desk Closure today, May 11 at Eagle Lake Ranger District Office

All Visitor Services will be closed at the Eagle Lake Ranger District Office May 11, 2026. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 12th.For questions about recreation sites and other visitor services, please contact our Susanville office. For all product permits and other forest product purchases,…

Front Desk Closure today, May 11 at Almanor Ranger District Office

All Visitor Services will be closed at the Almanor Ranger District Office May 11, 2026. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 12th.For questions about recreation sites and other visitor services, please contact our Susanville office. For all product permits and other forest product purchases,…

Hat Creek RD - Temporary Office Closure for all Visitor Services

All Visitor Services will be closed at the Hat Creek Ranger District Office from April 25, 2026, through May 10, 2026. Normal hours will resume on Monday, May 11th.For questions about recreation sites and other visitor services, please contact our Susanville office. Acting District Ranger: Linda…

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

Battle Creek Campground is a developed campground in Lassen National Forest with 50 designated sites, located on Highway 36 approximately 2 miles west of Mineral, CA and 38 miles east of Red Bluff, CA. At 4,800 feet elevation, the campground offers a forested mountain setting with each site featuring a fire ring and picnic table. The campground is positioned as a gateway to Lassen Volcanic National Park, which offers diverse hiking trails and geothermal features. Amenities include vault toilets and potable drinking water from faucets. There are no RV hookups, showers, or dump station facilities. Maximum occupancy is 8 people and 2 vehicles per site. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Dogs are permitted but must remain leashed at all times. Fireworks are prohibited. Payment of $18 per night is required upon arrival and before each subsequent night.

Directions

From Red Bluff, travel east on Highway 36 for approximately 40 miles. The campground is located 2 miles west of Mineral, CA.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $18

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 258-2141

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

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