Butte Meadows Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. Typically opens late April or early May and closes in October. Opening dates depend on snowpack conditions.

National Forest System Roads

Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads

Park Fire Closure

The Boundary of the Park Fire Closure area has been reduced.  Exhibit B (map) shows new closure boundaries and Exhibit A includes a list of roadways and trails within closure area.

Lassen National Forest Camping Restrictions

Forest Order No. 06-24-01 limits the number of days and individuals camping on the Lassen National Forest.

Lake Almanor Recreational Trail Restriction

Forest Order No. 06-24-03 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 No. 06-24-02 limits camping in the Lake Almanor Overnight Use Closure Area.

About

Butte Meadows Campground is a developed Forest Service campground situated along Butte Creek within the community of Butte Meadows in Lassen National Forest. The campground features 13 designated campsites at 4,300 feet elevation, each equipped with a picnic table, metal fire ring, and parking for at least one vehicle. Some sites can accommodate two vehicles. The campground is conveniently located off Humboldt Road next to the Forest Service Station. Visitors to Butte Meadows enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities including fishing in Butte Creek, exploring local roads and trails for biking and hiking, hunting, and simply relaxing in the peaceful mountain setting. The campground provides potable water from faucets and vault toilets. With its combination of developed amenities and proximity to the surrounding forest, Butte Meadows serves as an excellent base camp for exploring the Almanor Ranger District. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with sites available for $12 per night. Interagency Senior and Access passes receive a 50% discount. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., and all pets must remain on leash. Each site can accommodate up to 8 people and 2 vehicles.

Directions

Located off of Humboldt Road next to the Forest Service Station in Butte Meadows.

Nearby Campgrounds

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
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 $12

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 258-2141

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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