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Lost Creek Group Campground

Campsite at Lost Creek Campground
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Lost Creek Campground is five miles south of Manzanita Lake on the main park road. The campground offers easy access to the Lost Creek and Devastated Areas, in addition to Crags and Manzanita Lake.

Region

Manzanita Lake / Lost Creek

Elevation

5700 feet

Season

6/14/13 - 9/24/13, weather permitting (closed 7/30 - 8/6 for special event)

Reservations

Reservation required

Fee

$50

Number of sites

8

Maximum RV length

Maximum trailer length

Accessibility

Restrooms

Vault toilets

Water

Potable water spigots

Food storage

3 metal food lockers (more about food storage)

Dump station

Closest station at Manzanita Lake

Amenities

Closest amenities at Manzanita Lake

Pets

Permitted (more about pet regulations)

Ranger-led programs

Scheduled programs are offered at Manzanita Lake

Phone

No

Recreation

Hiking, swimming, backpacking, non-motorized boating nearby



Notes
Group site capacity is limited to a minimum of 10, and a maximum of 25 people, and up to six licensed vehicles or one bus/RV.

Each group campsite is equipped with three picnic tables, three fire grates, three metal food lockers, and a parking area.

*Reservations are available online at www.recreation.gov or by phone 1-877-444-6777. No reservations from 7/31 - 8/6, 2012. Reservations may be made up to 12 months in advance.

Download the Lost Creek Campground handout

 
Map of Lost Creek Group Campground

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

On the evening of May 14, 1915, incandescant blocks of lava could be seen bouncing down the flanks of Lassen Peak from as far away as the town of Manton, 20 miles to the west.