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Butte Creek USDA Campground

No reviews yet · ~USD 12 / night (typical night)$$$$$ · USDA
(530) 258-2141

Developed campground along Butte Creek with 13 designated sites. Located in the community of Butte Meadows within Lassen National Forest at an elevation of 4,300 feet. Each site includes a picnic table, metal fire ring, and parking for 1-2 vehicles. The campground offers opportunities for fishing, trail exploration, hunting, and creek relaxation in a natural forest setting. (via official site)

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Rates & prices

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ItemPrice
CampsiteFee must be paid upon arrival and before each night of campingUSD 12 per night

Key facts

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Booking & season

SeasonApril to October
Reservation PlatformRecreation.gov

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches13

Facilities & services

WaterPotable water available
ToiletsVault toilets

Activities & family

Recreation OpportunitiesFishing, trail exploration, hunting, creek relaxation

Location & access

GPS Coordinates40.079274, -121.558146
Elevation4,300 feet
Ranger District Office Address900 E. Hwy 36, Chester, CA 96020

Rules & policies

Pet RequirementsDogs must remain on leash at all times
Campfire PolicyCampfires permitted only in provided fire rings

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for Butte Creek USDA Campground.

Ranger District OfficeMonday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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Bathtub Lake Trailhead
Bathtub Lake TrailheadTrails & trailheads

Le lac Bathtub (en anglais : Bathtub Lake) est un lac américain dans le comté de Lassen, en Californie. Il est situé à 1 849 mètres d'altitude au sein du parc national volcanique de Lassen.

7.4 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Sunrise Peak (2,135 m)Summits & peaks7.4 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Cinder Cone Trailhead
Cinder Cone TrailheadTrails & trailheads7.5 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Signal Butte (1,759 m)Summits & peaks11.1 km · ~24 min driveDirections ↗
Caribou Wilderness
Caribou WildernessParks & play

The Caribou Wilderness is a federally designated wilderness area created by the Wilderness Act of 1964 and is part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. It is located 60 miles (97 km) east of Redding in the state of California, United States. The Caribou Wilderness comprises 20,546 acres (83.15 km2) and is adjacent to the east side of Lassen Volcanic National Park. Although the park is s

41.7 km · ~53 min driveDirections ↗
West Prospect Peak (2,463 m)Summits & peaks

Le Prospect Peak Fire Lookout est une tour de guet du comté de Shasta, en Californie, dans l'ouest des États-Unis. Protégé au sein du parc national volcanique de Lassen et de la Lassen Volcanic Wilderness, il est situé sur le West Prospect Peak. Il est inscrit au Registre national des lieux historiques depuis le 30 mars 1978.

49.2 km · ~105 min driveDirections ↗
Lassen Volcanic WildernessParks & play65.2 km · ~68 min driveDirections ↗
Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Volcanic National ParkParks & play

national park of the United States

65.2 km · ~68 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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Are pets allowed at the campground?

Yes, dogs are allowed but must remain on leash at all times.

What types of camping are available?

Tent camping only. The campground has 13 designated sites with no RV or cabin accommodations.

When is the campground open?

The campground operates from late April or early May through October.

What facilities are available at each site?

Each site includes a picnic table, metal fire ring, and parking for at least one vehicle; some sites accommodate two vehicles.

What amenities does the campground have?

The campground provides vault toilets and potable water. Campfires are permitted only in the provided fire rings.

How much does it cost to camp at Butte Creek USDA Campground?

Butte Creek USDA Campground is free to camp at.

Who runs Butte Creek USDA Campground?

Butte Creek USDA Campground is operated by USDA.

How many pitches does Butte Creek USDA Campground have?

Butte Creek USDA Campground has around 13 pitches.

When is Butte Creek USDA Campground open?

Butte Creek USDA Campground is open April to October.

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