Campgrounds
Battle Creek Campground
37791 State Highway 36 E, Mineral, CA
Battle Creek Campground sits inside Lassen National Forest along State Highway 36 near Mineral, California, about two miles west of town and roughly 38 miles east of Red Bluff. The U.S. Forest Service maintains 50 first-come, first-served sites at around 4,800 feet elevation, each with a table and fire ring, plus vault toilets and a seasonal potable water supply.
The campground typically operates from mid-May through September and charges a nightly fee paid on arrival. It sits only about 12 miles south of the Lassen Volcanic National Park entrance, making it a workable overnight stop for riders exploring Highway 36 and the volcanic park's mountain roads.
Common Questions
Are reservations required at Battle Creek Campground?
No, all 50 sites are first-come, first-served and the nightly fee is paid on arrival.
What season is Battle Creek Campground open?
It generally operates from mid-May through September, weather and hazard conditions permitting.