Lassen National Forest
Plumas National Forest Camping Stay and Occupancy Limits
A Forest Closure Order with the limits for amount of time and number of people allowed when camping on the Plumas National Forest.
Visitor Phone Line Intermittent
You may experience problems reaching park staff via the main visitor phone line which functions intermittently. You may email the park at lavo_information@nps.gov with general park questions.
Lasting Effects from 2021 Dixie Fire
Some facilities, infrastructure, and areas remain closed; please adhere to all closure signs. In re-opened areas, hazards like fallen trees, loose/falling rock, undefined trails, and hidden stump holes exist. Click more to learn about burned area safety.
Bumpass Hell Trail Open
The Bumpass Hell Trail is open for hiking. Caution: stay on trail and boardwalk in the geothermal area! Visitors have been severely burned by hidden geothermal features.
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.
Overview
Lassen National Forest is a 1.2-million-acre forest spanning seven counties in northeastern California, where the Sierra Nevada meets the Cascade Range. The forest is currently open with several active restrictions. A reduced Park Fire closure area remains in effect through December 31, 2025 (Forest Order No. 06-24-08), though boundaries have been trimmed from the 2024 wildfire. Forest Order No. 06-24-01 limits the number of days and individuals camping on the forest. Additional restrictions apply at Lake Almanor Recreation Trail and the Lake Almanor Overnight Use Closure Area. Dispersed camping follows standard 14-day stay limits in a 30-day period. Campfire permits are required outside developed campsites, and fire restrictions may vary seasonally—always check current conditions before visiting. Prescribed fire operations are planned for fall/winter 2025. The forest offers extensive backcountry opportunities with mixed conifer forests, granite and volcanic terrain, and numerous wilderness areas.
Top Campgrounds
- Alder Creek Campground
- Almanor
- Almanor Legacy Campground
- Aspen Grove Campground
- Battle Creek Campground
- Big Pine Campground
- Black Rock Campground
- Bridge Campground
- Butte Creek Campground
- Butte Meadows Campground
- Cherry Hill Campground
- Crater Lake Campground
- DUSTY
- Domingo Springs Campground
- Eagle Campground
- Elam Campground
- Goumaz Campground
- Hat Creek
- High Bridge Campground
- Hole-in-the-ground Campground
- Honn Campground
- Mccarthy Point Lookout
- Philbrook
- Potato Patch Campground
- Rim Camp
- Rocky Campground
- Silver Bowl Campground
- Warner Creek Campground
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