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Hat Creek

Hat CreekPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
79
sites
May–Oct
best months

Is Hat Creek open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Lassen National Forest. It doesn't name Hat Creek, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Lassen National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 79 sites for group and tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 4,467 ft
  • Near Fall River MillsHat Creek Ranger District · Lassen National Forest

Hat Creek is one of six campgrounds available in the Hat Creek Recreation Area, home to some of the area's best trout fishing. Scenic hiking trails and an active volcanic area can easily be accessed from the facility.

  • Best time to go · May–Oct

    Best time to visit Hat Creek

    Best months: May–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      41° / 22°

    2. Feb

      42° / 22°

    3. Mar

      46° / 24°

    4. Apr

      50° / 27°

    5. May

      61° / 35°

    6. Jun

      70° / 41°

    7. Jul

      79° / 46°

    8. Aug

      78° / 45°

    9. Sep

      72° / 41°

    10. Oct

      59° / 33°

    11. Nov

      47° / 26°

    12. Dec

      39° / 22°

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Manzanita Lake, CA, 11.1 mi away at 5,750 ft. The station sits about 1,300 ft higher than this place, so expect it a little warmer here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Hat Creek

79 sites for group and tent and RV camping

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