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Almanor Campground

Lassen National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Almanor Campground is a campground in California with 21 campsites. Almanor Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Almanor Campground is located at 40.2169° N, 121.1678° W.

people allowed on 19 of 21 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 100

Almanor Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Group bookings open: 6 Months

Published by Recreation.gov for Almanor Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Almanor Campground

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Standard 17
Group 2
Tent 2

What an RV fits

30 ft2 sites
35 ft2 sites
40 ft7 sites
45 ft4 sites
47 ft1 site
60 ft2 sites
70 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography.

All sites at Almanor Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
GS	ALMA	Group	100	60 ft
053	SMLT	Group	16	45 ft
001	SOUT	Standard	8	30 ft
002	SOUT	Standard	8	35 ft
003	SOUT	Standard	8	35 ft
004	SOUT	Standard	8	45 ft
005	SOUT	Tent	8	-
006	SOUT	Standard	8	40 ft
007	SOUT	Standard	8	45 ft
008	SOUT	Standard	8	40 ft
009	SOUT	Standard	8	40 ft
010	SOUT	Standard	8	30 ft
011	SOUT	Tent	8	-
012	SOUT	Standard	8	40 ft
013	SOUT	Standard	8	70 ft
014	SOUT	Standard	8	60 ft
015	SOUT	Standard	8	47 ft
016	SOUT	Standard	8	40 ft
017	SOUT	Standard	8	40 ft
018	SOUT	Standard	8	45 ft
019	SOUT	Standard	8	40 ft

About Almanor Campground

Overview

Almanor Campground is a large family-friendly facility for individuals and large groups alike. It provides direct access to beautiful Lake Almanor and a variety of recreational opportunities in the area.

Recreation

The 28,000-acre lake provides ample boating, swimming, water skiing and sailing opportunities. A boat ramp can be found next to the north campground. The adjacent beach is mostly rocky, but contains some sand.

Fishing in the lake or nearby streams, is a popular activity. Anglers will find a variety of trout, bass, salmon and catfish, among other species.

The Lake Almanor Recreation Trail can be accessed from within the campground. The trail winds through the forest, providing spectacular views of the lake, nearby Dyer Mountain and Lassen Peak. The trail stretches approximately 11 miles along the west shore of the lake. It is a non-motorized trail, open to all non-motorized activity.

Facilities

The campground offers numerous single-family campsites, as well as a group site. Campsites are available for tent and RV camping, however, no hookups are provided. Many sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Limited parking is available at the campground. An amphitheater is located on-site.

Natural Features

The campground sits on the west shore of Lake Almanor at an elevation of 4,540 feet. A scenic mixed conifer forest covers the area. Parts of the campground are shaded, while other sections have grassy meadows that often contain wildflowers.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is located 12 miles outside of the town of Chester, California.

Rules and notices at Almanor Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Almanor Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Limited parking is available. Most sites can accomodate 1 RV or two cars. Please keep all vehicles on pavement in parking spur.

Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground.

Click here for more information on the Lassen National Forest

Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Bears frequent this area, please store food properly. For more information visit https://wildlife.ca.gov/Keep-Me-Wild/Bear

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Almanor Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Almanor Campground?

Almanor Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 21 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Almanor Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Almanor Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Almanor Campground have?

Almanor Campground has 21 campsites.

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