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. The maximum time is 14 days in a developed campground, 14 days dispersed camping per Ranger District per year, not exceeding 30 days camping per year on the Plumas…
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.
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 Group Campground
- Almanor Legacy Campground
- Aspen Grove Campground
- Black Rock Campground
- Bogard Campground
- Bridge Campground
- Butte Creek Campground
- Butte Meadows Campground
- Cave Campground
- Cherry Hill Campground
- Domingo Springs Campground
- Eagle Campground
- Elam Campground
- Gurnsey Creek Group Campground
- Hat Creek
- High Bridge Campground
- Hole-in-the-ground Campground
- Honn Campground
- Mccarthy Point Lookout
- Philbrook
- Pioneer Camp
- Potato Patch Campground
- ROCKY POINT
- Rim Camp
- Warner Creek Campground
- West Eagle Campground
- West Eagle Group Campground
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