Butte Creek Campground
The campground was scheduled to open April 30, 2026. Hazard tree work may have delayed the opening slightly. Operates seasonally from spring through fall; not maintained in winter.
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.…
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
Butte Creek Campground is a secluded, no-fee camping area tucked away in the Lassen National Forest, offering 10 semi-developed sites at an elevation of 5,600 feet. The campground sits about 4 miles off Highway 44, making it a quiet retreat away from the main travel corridors. Vault toilets are available on both ends of the campground, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground typically operates seasonally, opening in spring after snowmelt and closing in fall when winter conditions arrive. It is not maintained during winter months. From Susanville, drive west on Highway 36 to the Highway 44 turnoff, continue 35 miles until the turnoff for Butte Creek Campground on Forest Road 32N21, then continue 2.5 miles to the campground.
Directions
From Susanville, drive west on Highway 36 to the Highway 44 turnoff, continue 35 miles until the turnoff for Butte Creek Campground on Forest Road 32N21, then continue 2.5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 257-2151 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Butte Creek Campground | |
| Lassen NF Alerts |
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!