Summit Lake Campground

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Summit Lake North campground is now closed for the season.
Summit Lake South campground is temporarily closed due to winter storm and will re-open when weather permits

The Summit Lake Campground is located 12 miles south of Manzanita Lake, 17.5 miles north of Southwest Entrance. The campground is comprised of a North and South section, each with access to the lake. Hikers and backpackers should begin the Cluster Lake loop trail from the Summit Lake Ranger Station trailhead parking lot.

Region	Summit Lake
Elevation	6695 feet
Season	6/29 to 10/30, weather permitting. Summit Lake North closes 9/18
Reservations	Loops B , C and D are reservable; Loops A and E are first-come, first-served
Fee	$18 North; $16 South; $10 after 9/18
Number of sites	94 combined north and south
Maximum RV length	Limited number of sites available for RVs
Maximum trailer length
Accessible Sites	A-1
Restrooms	Flush toilets (North), Pit toilets (South)
Water	Potable water spigots until 9/18
Food storage	Metal food locker (more about food storage)
Dump station	Closest station at Manzanita Lake
Amenities	Nearest amenities at Manzanita Lake
Pets	Permitted (more about pet regulations)
Ranger-led programs	Evening programs are offered at the Summit Lake amphitheater, additional programs are offered at Manzanita Lake
Phone	No
Recreation	Hiking, backpacking, stock use, swimming, non-motorized boating, fishing

Notes
E-loop is tents only; no generators allowed.

Reservations are available online at www.recreation.gov or by phone [phone]. Reservations may be made up to six months in advance. Reservations are not accepted after September 17, 2012. Sites are first-come, first-served after September 17, 2012 at South Summit Lake.

Download the Summit Lake Campground handout

 

Map of Summit Lake North