Hat Creek Campground is located in the Lassen National Forest north of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The campground will not win ribbons for aesthetics, but it is a popular destination for anglers who know the nearby streams are rich with trout. It also serves as a convenient overnight stopping place for travelers. Look for a trail marker indicating that the Nobles Trail, a Gold Rush era emigrant wagon route, passed through the campground along the bank of Hat Creek.
All the campsites at Hat Creek Campground are first-come, first served. There is a Group Campground at the south end of the campground which requires reservations. Supplies are available only a mile away in the town of Old Station.
The popular Pacific Crest Trail passes the campground just 0.2 mile out a trail that begins across the highway from the entrance to Hat Creek Campground. Subway Cave is 2½ miles north on the PCT. Thru hikers on the PCT sometimes stop for the night at Hat Creek. (Use the PCT button to find information about the Pacific Crest Trail at Hat Creek Campground.)
| Hat Creek Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Hat Creek Campground Location: | Hwy. 89/44, 12 miles north of Lassen Volcanic National Park |
| Elevation: | 4,480 feet |
| Nearby Cities: | Redding - 60 miles, 1:04 |
| Number of Sites: | 75 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 ($5 per night for 2nd vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Lassen National Forest |
| Hat Creek Ranger District: | (530) 336-5521 |
| Reservations at Hat Creek Campground | |
|---|---|
| No Reservations Available: | All standard campsites at Hat Creek Campground are first-come, first-served. |
| Camping Limit: | 14 nights |
| Max. RV/Trailer Length: | 30 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $16 |
| Check-in, check-out: | 3:00 PM, 2:00 PM |
| Hat Creek Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring, tap water |
| Campground: | restrooms with flush toilets (vault toilets in off-season) |
| Showers and Laundry: | no showers, laundry in nearby Old Station |
| Dump station: | in Old Station |
| Nearby Facilities: | Basic supplies in Old Station, Old Station Visitor Center, more in Burney, 26 miles north |
| Attractions near Hat Creek Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Hat Creek Group Campground has 3 sites, each of which can accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles. Both tent and RV/trailer (up to 40 feet) camping are available at the group sites. Reservations are required. Check-in and check-out times are 12:00 PM.
Picnic tables, fire rings with grills, drinking water, flush and vault toilets, and utility sinks are provided.
Reservations: Hat Creek Group Camp
Fee: $80 per night
Turn west on a side trail at Spatter Cones trail junction.
Old Station - 0.3 mile west of PCT at mile 1370.9
Post Office, mini-mart, JJ's Cafe, Hat Creek Resort & RV Park with lodging and camping
Always confirm mileages and directions with a reliable PCT source such as the Pacific Crest Trail Association's The Pacific Crest Trail: Exploring America's Wilderness Trail.
Hat Creek Campground
Visitors to Hat Creek Campground are close enough to Lassen Volcanic National Park to take in all of its great attractions.
Check Lassen National Forest - Hat Creek Campground for any campground updates.