Butte Lake Stock Corral
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates from early June through mid-September depending on snow conditions and road access.
Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 10:34AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Minor snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches down to 4000 feet. Wind gusts as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the this evenings commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels generally remain above pass levels through this afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft tonight-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-5000 ft Sunday. Heavy snowfall rates of 1-2 inch per hour, with the heaviest snowfall Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
About
Butte Lake Stock Corral sits at 6,100 feet elevation in the northeastern section of Lassen Volcanic National Park, offering a remote base camp for equestrians exploring this volcanic landscape. The facility features two adjacent metal corrals equipped with water troughs and spigots, designed specifically for horses, mules, burros, and llamas. The site is within walking distance of Butte Lake, where rocky lava shores create striking scenery for paddlers and anglers pursuing trout. The area is dominated by Ponderosa pines and surrounded by soft volcanic soils characteristic of Lassen's unique geology. Multiple horse-friendly trails radiate from the corrals, including routes to Snag Lake, the Cluster Lakes loop, and longer trails to Juniper Lake and Summit Lake. The Pacific Crest Trail can be accessed from nearby Butte Lake and runs through the park. The Caribou Wilderness, managed by the Forest Service, offers additional stock-suitable trails accessible via the Widow Lake trail directly from the park. This facility is located 45 minutes from the main park road via a six-mile gravel access road. The surrounding landscape showcases the park's volcanic history, situated at the junction of the Cascade Mountains, Sierra Nevada, and Great Basin. Only parties with accompanying stock animals may reserve this specialized facility.
Directions
From Redding, drive 63 miles east on Highway 44 to Old Station. Continue east on Highway 44 for 11 miles past the Highway 89 junction. Turn right at the Butte Lake Campground sign and continue six miles on gravel road. At the Butte Lake self-registration station, turn left up the hill, then take the immediate right. Continue uphill to the corral.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $37 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Michelle_DUlisse@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 595-6121 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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