Almanor Campground is located on the west shore of Lake Almanor in the Lassen National Forest. Visitors to the area enjoy boating, waterskiing, and fishing in 28,000-acre Lake Almanor. The campground is divided into 3 sections - North, South and the new Legacy loop.
The campgrounds are set back from the lake's edge among the trees. Legacy is farthest from the lake. A paved bike trail connects all three. A launch ramp and lakefront area are located by the campgrounds. Nearby to the south is Canyon Dam Picnic Area with a beach and boat launch ramp.
Almanor North and South campgrounds have a combined 104 campsites and nearby Almanor Legacy another 13. There is one tent-only site in the complex, while all other campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Legacy has partial hook-ups. Nineteen sites can be reserved, while many other campsites are available first come, first served. Also there are 2 Group Sites.
| Almanor Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Almanor Campground Location: | On Almanor Drive West off Highway 89, along Lake Almanor's west shore |
| Elevation: | 4,600 feet |
| Mileage and driving time from gateway city: | Red Bluff - 82 miles, 1:36 |
| Number of Sites: | 104 |
| Campground Season: | Open late May through early September;
Other times of year may be open with no reservations |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 (fee per night for un-towed 2nd vehicle) |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District: | (530) 258-2141 |
| Almanor Campground Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Reservations are available for camping dates from late May through early September. |
| Booking Window: | from 4 days up to 6 months in advance |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 40 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | Tent sites: $15 - $18 per night
Standard sites: $18 per night |
| Reservations: | Almanor Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 1:00 PM, check-out Noon |
| Almanor Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, tap water, amphitheater |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | Nearby |
| Attractions near Almanor Campground: | Canyon Dam Picnic Area, Lake Almanor Recreation Trail, Plumas Pines Resort, Wilson's Camp Prattville, Almanor Scenic Outlook, Chester
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Almanor Legacy Campground
Almanor Campground's group site can accommodate up to 100 people and 25 vehicles. The group campsites have less shade than the regular campgrounds. They are situated in a rather open area on the opposite side of Highway 89 from the other campgrounds.
Fee: $100
Reservation Window: from 4 days up to 12 months in advance
Reservations: Almanor Campground Group Campsite Reservations
Almanor Group Campground
Almanor North Campground
Lake Almanor is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts from boaters and water skiers to anglers and hikers.
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Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate