Philbrook
Closed — Closed for the season. Campground typically opens in spring after snow melts and closes in fall when temperatures drop and camper use decreases.
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
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
* 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
Philbrook Campground provides a serene mountain camping experience at over 5,600 feet elevation on Philbrook Reservoir in the Lassen National Forest. Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company through their concessionaire American Land & Leisure, the campground offers 20 developed campsites nestled under cedar trees with beautiful views of the reservoir. The campground serves as an excellent base for fishing and non-motorized boating on Philbrook Reservoir, with a car-top boat launch available nearby. The area is known for trout fishing and peaceful paddling opportunities. Each campsite is equipped with a bear box for food storage, reflecting the active wildlife in the area. The campground also features handicap accessible facilities. This is a fee campground located in the DeSabla Watershed area near Paradise, California. The remote mountain setting provides a quiet retreat, though visitors should be prepared for primitive conditions typical of higher elevation forest campgrounds. The reservoir and surrounding Lassen National Forest offer opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and enjoying the natural beauty of the northern Sierra Nevada region.
Directions
From the junction of Elliot Road and Skyway in Magalia, drive north 27.3 miles on Skyway to Humbug Summit Road. Turn northeast and continue 1.9 miles to Philbrook Road, then head east for 3.1 miles to reach the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Philbrook Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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