Cherry Hill Campground

Closed — Currently closed due to hazardous tree conditions. The campground typically operates from mid-May through September, weather permitting.

National Forest System Roads

Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads

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.…

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.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 10 at 7:06PM PDT until April 10 at 7:45PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA

7:06 PM — 7:45 PM

SVRSTO The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Colusa County in central California... Southwestern Butte County in northern California... Southeastern Glenn County in central California... * Until 745 PM PDT. * At 706 PM PDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Afton, or 13 miles southeast of Willows, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Damage to vehicles is expected. * Locations impacted include... Glenn, Butte City, Codora, Afton, Ordbend, Dayton, Thermalito, and Durham.

Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 10:34AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA

10:34 AM — April 11th, 11:15 AM

* 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

Cherry Hill Campground is a developed Forest Service campground offering 26 designated sites along Butte Creek in Lassen National Forest, near the historic community of Jonesville. Located at 4,700 feet elevation among the pines, the campground provides a popular escape from valley heat with both a main drive-in area and walk-in sites accessed by crossing the creek. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, metal fire ring, and parking space for at least one vehicle, with some sites accommodating two vehicles. The campground provides vault toilets and potable water via a hand pump. Campers can enjoy fishing and relaxing along Butte Creek, exploring local forest roads and trails, and various other outdoor activities. The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through September, weather permitting. Fees are $14 per night and must be paid upon arrival. Sites accommodate up to 2 vehicles and 8 persons. Quiet hours are enforced from 10pm to 6am, pets must be leashed, and campfires are allowed only in provided fire rings.

Directions

Located off of Humboldt Road just north of the community of Jonesville.

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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 $14

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 258-2141

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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