Lassen Creek Campground
Open seasonally, typically mid-May through late October depending on weather and snow conditions. No fee, no reservations, first-come first-served. Currently under discussion for decommissioning.
Fire Weather Watch issued August 29 at 1:33PM PDT until August 31 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...In California...The Scott Valley in Fire weather zone 280, Fire weather zone 281, Fire weather zone 284 excepting the southeast portion of the zone, and Fire weather zone 285. In Oregon...Fire weather zone 624, excepting the Highway 97 corridor from Modoc Point to Chemult. * WIND...South winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph in the Scott Valley, and 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph in the Shasta Valley. Elsewhere, southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity 9 to 15 percent. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
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.…
About
Lassen Creek Campground is a primitive, free camping area nestled in the remote northeastern corner of California within the Modoc National Forest. Unlike traditional campgrounds, this is open area camping with no designated sites. Rock fire rings are positioned throughout the area for campfire use, and vault toilets are available. The campground sits near the historically significant Glass Mountain obsidian mines, where Native Americans once collected volcanic glass for tool-making. The high desert landscape offers solitude and dark skies, though the remote location means campers must come fully prepared. No potable water is available, so visitors must bring sufficient water for drinking, cooking, washing, and extinguishing campfires. All trash must be packed out. Dogs are allowed but must remain on leash. The 14-day camping limit applies. The campground is currently under discussion for decommissioning.
Directions
From Alturas, go north on US Hwy 395 approximately 20 miles to Davis Creek. Turn east on County Road 11 and continue approximately 9 miles to County Road 30/Modoc Backcountry Discovery Trail, then turn left/north. Continue north approximately 15 miles to the campground on the right. Alternatively, continue past Davis Creek to County Road 47, turn right (east) and follow signs to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 233-5811 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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