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.…
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
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 |
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