Summit Lake Stock Corral

About

Summit Lake Stock Corral sits at 6,700 feet along the main park road in Lassen Volcanic National Park, within walking distance of scenic Summit Lake and seven miles from the Lassen Peak trailhead. This specialized equestrian facility accommodates up to 8 stock animals (horses, mules, burros, or llamas), 10 people, and 6 vehicles. The two metal corrals feature water troughs with water furnished for stock use. The facility includes two campsites equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and bear lockers. A vault toilet serves the area. No potable water is available on-site; campers must bring their own drinking water or obtain it from the nearby Summit Lake Campground. Backcountry camping with stock is prohibited in the park, making the three designated stock corrals the only legal overnight options for equestrian visitors. Trail access is excellent, with a horse trail leading directly to the Summit Lake Ranger Station trailhead just 1/4 mile away. From here, riders can access over 100 miles of park trails including routes to Juniper Lake, Snag Lake, Butte Lake, the Cluster Lakes loop, and the Pacific Crest Trail. Some trail segments remain closed following the 2021 Dixie Fire, including portions of the PCT north of Corral Meadows and trails in the Warner Valley area.

Directions

From Redding, California, take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance. The stock corral is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road. At the Summit Lake Ranger Station, continue approximately 1/8 mile to a service road on the right. Turn right and take the first fork to the right, continuing up the hill to the campsite and stock corrals.