Butte Meadows Campground

Open

Open for the 2026 season as of April 13. The campground typically operates from late April through October. First-come, first-served only with no reservations. 14-day camping limit applies.

Lassen National Forest

National Forest System Roads

Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads

Lassen National Forest

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.…

Lassen National Forest

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.

About

Butte Meadows Campground sits along scenic Butte Creek in the southern portion of Lassen National Forest at 4,300 feet elevation. This developed Forest Service campground offers 13 designated campsites in a forested mountain setting within the small community of Butte Meadows. Each site includes a picnic table, metal fire ring, and parking for up to two vehicles. The campground provides basic amenities including potable water from faucets and vault toilets. Sites accommodate up to 8 people and 2 vehicles each. Quiet hours are observed from 10pm to 6am. Campfires are permitted only in the provided metal fire rings, and pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Popular activities include fishing in Butte Creek, exploring nearby forest roads and trails, hunting in season, and enjoying the peaceful mountain scenery. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations available.

Directions

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

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
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
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 258-2141

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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