Hole-in-the-Ground Campground is tucked away in a hollow next to Mill Creek in the Lassen National Forest. The southern entrance to Lassen Volcanic National Park is only 15 miles to the north. Visitors to the campground enjoy its secluded and peaceful location along Mill Creek. Fishing is catch and release with barbless hooks on artificial lures.
Hole-in-the-Ground Campground offers 13 campsites that can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. All of the sites are first-come, first-served.
| Hole-in-the-Ground Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Hole-in-the-Ground Campground Location: | Six miles from Mineral on Hwy 172 to community of Mill Creek
Follow Forest Road 28N06 5 miles to campground entrance road |
| Elevation: | 4,240 feet |
| Nearby Cities: | Red Bluff - 62 miles, 1:06 |
| Number of Sites: | 13 |
| Camping Season: | Late April through late October, depending on weather |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 ($5 per night for each additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Lassen National Forest |
| Almanor Ranger District: | (530) 258-2141 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| No Reservations Available: | All campsites at Hole-in-the-Ground Campground are first-come, first-served. |
| Camping Limit: | 14 nights |
| Max. RV/Trailer Length: | 24 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $12 |
| Check-in, check-out: | 3:00 PM, 2:00 PM |
| Hole-in-the-Ground Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, cooking grill, tap water |
| Campground: | Vault toilets |
| Showers and Laundry: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Nearby Facilities: | Shopping 11 miles north in Mineral |
| Attractions near Hole-in-the-Ground Campground: | Enjoy exploring Mill Creek. Drive south on Forest Service road and then follow trail to along the creek. Drive north to Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Campers at Hole-in-the-Ground Campground find adventures locally along Mill Creek and to the north in nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Check Lassen National Forest - Hole-in-the-Ground Campground for any campground updates.
