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South Summit Lake Campground Introduce
South Summit Lake Campground offers a unique camping experience nestled within the breathtaking landscape of Lassen Volcanic National Park. Located at 42700 Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway in Mineral, CA 96063, this campground provides a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities for campers seeking adventure and relaxation. Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or solo, South Summit Lake Campground is the ideal base for exploring the park's diverse attractions while enjoying the tranquility of nature.
This campground is situated in a quiet pine forest, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The proximity to Summit Lake makes it an excellent spot for boating, fishing, or simply taking a leisurely stroll by the water. The clean and well-maintained facilities ensure that your stay is comfortable and hassle-free.
South Summit Lake Campground features multiple loops designed for different needs, including sites suitable for tents, RVs, and even group camping for families or large groups. The D loop, in particular, has been praised for its great layout, making it a favorite among visitors. All areas are equipped with vault toilets, ensuring cleanliness and convenience throughout the campground.
One of the standout features of South Summit Lake Campground is its prime location for stargazing. With minimal light pollution, guests can enjoy stunning views of the Milky Way at night, offering a truly unforgettable experience for astronomy enthusiasts. The short walk to the lake also makes it easy to explore the area during both day and night.
Customers have highlighted the campground's quiet environment as one of its greatest assets. Reviewers often mention the peaceful atmosphere, which is perfect for those seeking a tranquil retreat from city life. While some visitors noted that vault toilets are the only drawback due to their limited availability, overall, the positive experiences outweigh this minor inconvenience.
South Summit Lake Campground is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying modern amenities and a serene setting. Whether you're planning an extended stay or just passing through Lassen Volcanic National Park, this campground offers a memorable camping experience that caters to all types of travelers.
- Quiet and peaceful environment surrounded by pine forest
- Campsites available for tents, RVs, and group stays
- Proximity to Summit Lake for boating, fishing, and scenic walks
- Excellent stargazing spots with views of the Milky Way
- Well-maintained facilities including vault toilets
If you're looking for a campground that combines natural beauty with comfort and convenience, South Summit Lake Campground is an excellent choice. With its stunning location in Lassen Volcanic National Park, it offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while enjoying all the amenities you need for a hassle-free stay.
Location
CaliforniaShasta CountyMineral
Customer Reviews
Quieter than the North campground. Great layout in the D loop, and some for multiple families in all the loops. Toilets are very clean. Short walk to the lake. Good night viewing spots of the Milky Way.b
Very nice campground sitting in the quiet pine forest. The only down side is that it only features vault toilets.
Went in Sept. 2024. No water at spout until next spring 2025. Only pit toilets, so no shower. TIP: don’t book site or any site near E13 bc you’ll for sure get a whiff of the toilet waste 💩😭 (don’t book even across the way). Other than that, nice campground with trees for shade, and bear boxes for your shtuff. Would book again! 🙂
Beautiful surroundings, went for many walks around the area. Definitely be back. The animals in the campground are persistent, the will go in the firepit, bear locker, on the table, in your car. Be sure to keep things shut and closed.
The campsite was very easy to find and the latrines were extremely Clean and smells nice. They provided toilet paper and hand sanitizer. The reservation was a low cost of $22 a night and parking was $25 for the entire time. Only 3 tents and 2 cars allowed per site (extra cars will be parked off your site which was within walking distance). The view to see the stars was the best I've ever seen and at night, you can take a reflecting pond shot of the stars and mountains all at once. Photo credited to Brian Fulda @brianfulda Instagram
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