Backcountry Camping in Lassen's Wilderness
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $6.00
- Type
- Campground
- Sites
- 99 total · 99 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Old Station Dump Site · 12.9 mi
- Coordinates
- 40.4996, -121.3463
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Overnight trips are allowed in the park’s backcountry year-round. There are no designated or official campsites, and no amenities like tent pads or picnic tables. There are areas closed to camping (see regulations for details). A wilderness permit is required for all overnight stays in the park outside of established campgrounds. Permits may only be obtained prior to your visit online at recreation.gov. In winter, backcountry camping is allowed on /near the main park road when it is closed due to snow.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is this site free?
No. this site charges $6.00. 99 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to this site?
this site has 99 sites on record. 99 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
How do I get to this site?
Wilderness Permits may ONLY be obtained online via recreation.gov. Permit requests will not be accepted via mail, email, or in-person. There are no designated backcountry campsites and the park has over 75,000 acres of designated wilderness. Lassen's backcountry can be accessed from many points in the park; the largest network of trails is in the eastern part of the park. Backcountry trails are typically accessed from 4 trailheads: Warner Valley, Butte Lake, Juniper Lake, and Summit Lake.
What is the weather like at this site?
The park receives very little precipitation between July and September. In winter, the park may receive up to 40 feet of snow. Snow can linger on peaks into July and August. Lassen's backcountry ranges in elevation; climate and precipitation will change with altitude. Please check weather forecasts before your trip and be prepared for rapidly changing and highly variable weather conditions.
What are the rules at this site?
A wilderness permit is required. Length of stay is limited to 30 days per calendar year. Group size is limited to 10 people maximum. Some areas closed to backcountry camping, such as near developed areas, bodies of water, and hydrothermal areas. Please see our website for full list of closed areas. In winter, when the park road is closed, you may camp on or near the road. Bear-resistant containers are required April 16 through November 30. Pets are not allowed in the backcountry. Stock use is not allowed overnight in the backcountry. Vehicles may be left in parking areas overnight for the period of time specified on your wilderness permit. Bicycles are not allowed in the backcountry. Deposit human waste in catholes; pack out toilet paper and hygiene products. Pack out all trash, food, and trash. Weapons (firearms) may only be carried in accordance with a valid CA Concealed Weapons Permit. Hunting is prohibited. Bear Spray is not permitted in the park.
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SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
