Elam Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically opens in late April or early May and operates through October, depending on snow 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
Elam Campground is a developed Forest Service campground located along upper Deer Creek at its confluence with Elam Creek in the Almanor Ranger District of Lassen National Forest. The campground features 15 designated sites, most of which can accommodate small to medium RVs. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring for comfortable outdoor living. The campground is particularly popular with anglers, as Deer Creek is regularly stocked with Rainbow Trout throughout the summer season. The creek provides excellent stream fishing opportunities right from the campground. Basic amenities include vault toilets, a hand pump for potable water, and trash collection. Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis with a maximum of 8 people per site. Located just 2 miles south of Highway 36 on Highway 32, the campground is easily accessible from Chico (55 miles east on Highway 32). The facility operates seasonally, typically from late spring through fall, with winter closures due to snow and cold weather conditions.
Directions
Located 2 miles south of Highway 36 on Highway 32. From Chico, travel east 55 miles on Highway 32.
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Location
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 | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 257-2151 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Elam Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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