Big Pine Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Operating from late April through October. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
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.…
Hat Creek RD - Temporary Office Closure for all Visitor Services
The Hat Creek Ranger District office will be closed and services will be unavailable July 21 and July 22, 2026. Normal hours will resume Thursday, July 23.For questions about recreation sites and other visitor services, please contact our Susanville office.
About
Big Pine Campground is a peaceful Forest Service campground tucked beneath towering pines along scenic Hat Creek in Lassen National Forest. The 19 sites offer a classic national forest camping experience with fire rings, BBQ grills, and picnic tables at each site. Potable water is available from faucets, and vault toilets serve the campground. The campground sits at 4,700 feet elevation, approximately one mile south of Old Station and 27 miles south of Burney on State Route 44/89. Hat Creek is famous for its wild trout fishery, drawing anglers seeking rainbow and brown trout. The location also provides convenient access to Lassen Volcanic National Park, with the Manzanita Lake entrance just 9 miles to the south. The campground is best suited for tent camping and smaller RVs due to site configurations. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, though some sites may be first-come, first-served. A 14-day stay limit applies.
Directions
Located 1 mile south of Old Station, 27 miles south of Burney on State Route 44/89.
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 | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 257-2151 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Lassen NF - Big Pine Campground |
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