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.
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.
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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 |
Useful Links
| Butte Meadows Homesites |
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