Manzanita Lake
Photo: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain- 180
- sites
- May–Oct
- best months
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Closure in the area
There's a closure order in Lassen Volcanic National Park. It doesn't name Manzanita Lake, so check the source for the area it covers.
Lassen National Park Highway Closed to Vehicle Traffic
Park closure covering Lassen Volcanic National Park · NPS · Lassen Volcanic National Park
As of · Source: NPS · Lassen Volcanic National Park. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
- 180 sites for RV and tent campingReservable on Recreation.gov
- At 5,887 ft
- Near MineralLassen Volcanic National Park
Manzanita Lake Campground (elevation 5,900 ft.) is the largest campground in Lassen Volcanic National Park. It is within walking distance of the scenic Manzanita Lake, a popular fishing and family destination, and offers impressive views of Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park at 10,457 feet. The facility is conveniently located one mile south of the park entrance, close to The Loomis Museum, Loomis Ranger Station and popular hiking trails. Educational programs are presented at the museum and amphitheater.
- Manzanita Lake Group CampgroundCamping0.1 mi
Manzanita Lake TrailHikingPhoto: simonov, CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Flickr)0.2 mi
Manzanita Lake Day Use AreaHikingPhoto: NPS/Alison Taggart-Barone0.2 mi
Reflection LakeHikingPhoto: NPS/Amanda Sweeney0.5 mi- Rocky KnollCamping2.1 mi
- Rollin RockRock climbing2.5 mi
- The Old HighwayRock climbing2.9 mi
- Bailey CreekCanoeing9.9 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
- Lost Creek GroupCamping · ~6 min drive
- Summit Lake NorthCamping · ~13 min drive
- Summit Lake SouthCamping · ~13 min drive
- Summit Lake Stock CorralCamping · ~14 min drive
- Butte LakeCamping · ~24 min drive
- Butte Lake GroupCamping · ~24 min drive
- Butte Lake Stock CorralCamping · ~24 min drive
- Juniper Lake Stock CorralCamping · ~26 min drive
- Juniper Lake GroupCamping · ~26 min drive
- Hat CreekCamping · ~20 min drive
Best time to visit Manzanita Lake
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.
Jan
41° / 22°
Feb
42° / 22°
Mar
46° / 24°
Apr
50° / 27°
May
61° / 35°
Jun
70° / 41°
Jul
79° / 46°
Aug
78° / 45°
Sep
72° / 41°
Oct
59° / 33°
Nov
47° / 26°
Dec
39° / 22°
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Manzanita Lake, CA, 1.1 mi away at 5,750 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
Facts about this campground
Rules & access
- Fee
- Yes
Source: National Park Service API; Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Manzanita Lake
180 sites for RV and tent camping