Almanor Legacy Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground closed October 6, 2025, and typically reopens in late May.

About

Legacy Campground is a developed facility with 14 sites situated near the shores of Lake Almanor in Lassen National Forest. The campground provides convenient access to Lake Almanor's recreational opportunities while offering modern amenities including water and electrical hookups at every site. Double site 11 features two sets of hookups for larger groups. An RV dump station is located adjacent to the campground for pay-per-use. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Each site accommodates up to 8 people for single sites and 16 people for double sites, with a maximum of 2 vehicles per site. Standard amenities include picnic tables and fire rings at each site, vault toilets, and potable water. The facility is managed by the Almanor Ranger District and maintains quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Legacy Campground serves as a convenient base for exploring Lake Almanor and the surrounding national forest. The Lake Almanor Recreation Trail passes nearby, and a paved boat launch is located approximately half a mile away adjacent to Almanor North Campground. The town of Chester is 10 miles north for supplies and services.

Directions

From Highway 36 near Chester, travel south 5.9 miles on Highway 89 to the intersection with Lake Almanor Drive West. The campground is located between Lake Almanor and Highway 89.

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