Top Tent Camping near Crescent Mills, CA

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Best Tent Sites Near Crescent Mills, CA (65)

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        Yellow Creek Campground

        1 Review
        11 Saves
        Belden, California

        11 sites, tents and RV's, vault toilets, piped water, 6 persons per campsite

        • Fires
        • Phone Service
        • Tents
        • Standard (Tent/RV)
        • Picnic Table
        • Toilets
        Camper-submitted photo from High Bridge Campground
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        High Bridge Campground

        3 Reviews
        20 Photos
        74 Saves
        Chester, California

        Developed campground with 12 available sites.__ Maximum of 8 people per site.

        • Tents
        • Trash
        • Drinking Water
        • Toilets
        • Alcohol
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          Ponderosa Flat Campground

          1 Review
          3 Saves
          Chester, California
          • Pets
          • Fires
          • Tents
          • Trash
          • Picnic Table
          • Drinking Water
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            Plumas National Forest Snake Lake Campground

            1 Review
            6 Saves
            Quincy, California

            During the winter season campground remains open with no snow plow or other services. Snake Lake is located in the Meadow Valley area off of Bucks Lake road and boasts shady lakeside campsites for tents, RVs, OHVs and horses. the multi-use campsite has 17 sites; 8 of them with corrals for equestrian campters. There are no hookups. Horses are allowed overnight in equestrian campsites only. Activities include fishing, hiking horseback riding on OHV trails and non-motorized boating. Snake Lake is not recommended for swimming. During winter months there is no snowplow service and water and restrooms shut down. There is no garbage service at Snake Lake Campground. Please remember to "Pack it in, Pack it out".

            • Pets
            • Fires
            • Phone Service
            • Tents
            • Group
            • Equestrian
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              Almanor RV Dump Station

              1 Review
              2 Saves
              Chester, California

              The Almanor RV Dump Station is open to everyone, and allows four RVs at a time.

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                Boulder Creek Campground

                1 Review
                Janesville, California
                • Pets
                • Fires
                • Reservable
                • ADA Access
                • Tents
                • Standard (Tent/RV)
                Camper-submitted photo from Conklin Park Campgrounds
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                Conklin Park Campgrounds

                4 Reviews
                3 Photos
                40 Saves
                Milford, California

                This campground sustained severe damage from the Dixie Fire in 2021. Visitors should always check Alerts and Notices on the Plumas National Forest website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/plumas/alerts-notices

                This nine unit campground is located approximately eight miles northwest of Frenchman Lake. This is a quiet campground situated along a small creek. Vault toilets, tables, fire rings and food lockers are provided. There is no water or garbage service. Pack out all trash.

                • Pets
                • Fires
                • Phone Service
                • Tents
                • Picnic Table
                • Toilets
                Camper-submitted photo from PG&E Lake Almanor Area Last Chance Creek Campground
                Camper-submitted photo from PG&E Lake Almanor Area Last Chance Creek Campground
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                Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
                Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
                Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
                Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
                Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
                Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

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                Juniper Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

                3 Reviews
                7 Photos
                3 Saves
                Chester, California

                The Juniper Lake Campground is located on the east shore of Juniper Lake via a 13-mile paved/gravel road. All single campsites are first-come, first-served only. Reservations are required for the two group sites and one stock corral. Drinking water is not available.ADA Access: There are no ADA sites.

                • Tents
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                • Standard (Tent/RV)
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              Recent Tent Reviews In Crescent Mills

              475 Reviews of 65 Crescent Mills Campgrounds


              • Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Lake Dispersed
                September 6, 2024

                Bowman Lake Dispersed

                Lake side Campsites

                If you are looking to be near the water and no service, this is perfect. The rough road in I believe must keep some folks out but the lake is amazing.

              • Camper-submitted photo from North Shore Campground - Lake Almanor
                September 6, 2024

                North Shore Campground - Lake Almanor

                Filthy, Dusty, Rude, One and Done

                Booked this campground for 3 nights, in large part for the hot showers. The showers and bathroom facilities are frankly disgusting and not something we would us, nor would our friends who were there with us. The staff was rude and provided the typical"we don't provide refunds" when we told them respectfully we we're leaving after the first night. The campground was a wierd mix of what looked liked full-time campers but mostly no one was occupying the sites that there campers and belongings were left at. Post apocalyptic vibe, can you say ghost town. North Shore Campground is a dusty one and done for us. Caveat emptor.

              • Camper-submitted photo from 31N17N - North Manzanita Dispersed Camping
                September 3, 2024

                31N17N - North Manzanita Dispersed Camping

                Convenient dispersed site near Lassen

                Same experience as the other reviews. Arrived late Friday night on Labor Day weekend and found a spot right at the beginning of the dirt road - coming from Redding direction, turned right off of 44 onto the dirt road then took the first right. The turnoff is on Google maps and was easy to find even in the dark. Nobody else around that we saw, even given the busy weekend! Agreed with others on the road noise but it was fine. Just a few minutes from Manzanita lake. Great find!

              • Camper-submitted photo from Antelope Lake Recreation Area
                August 28, 2024

                Antelope Lake Recreation Area

                Beautiful

                We had a great time up at Antelope Lake. It is a very pretty lake and would definitely recommend going. However, the camp host there was very rude and very unaccommodating. I booked 6 campsites for two nights, when I showed up on Friday, the campground was not full so I moved to my trailer to a different site because it was close to friends and family. The site I moved to was first come first serve. The camp host was hounding me - saying I must pay for the site I moved to even though the campground wasn't full. Originally, I paid close to $500 for all 6 sites and the camp host made me pay for the extra site that wasn't even taken/reserved. Be careful of this guy! I think this guy might be pocketing the money.

              • Camper-submitted photo from North Eagle Lake Campground
                August 21, 2024

                North Eagle Lake Campground

                Clean and spacious

                Great stop. The Most Immaculate pit toilets ever! Many pull through sites. Easy on/off Hwy 139. Trees . Quiet. Only one other camper there on a Monday . Honor federal interagency passes.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Haskins Valley Campground
                August 6, 2024

                Haskins Valley Campground

                Nice, easy access to lake

                It's along a cove in the lake. Super nice hosts and nice campers. The bathrooms are kind of gross but that's expected. Always camp here when we go to the lake.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Quail Ridge RV Park
                July 29, 2024

                Quail Ridge RV Park

                Serene RV Trailer Park?

                Place wasn’t too bad. Very nice people, very peaceful, and quiet, however, there were many people here who are permanent residents of the park, some of their areas are a little trashy looking for lack of a better word. Definitely not a bad spot if you’re on the way to another campground, but there are probably better ones to head to, especially if you have children with you. We were also looking for a place to camp with two days notice and this was all we could find. Cheap too!

              • Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Point Dispersed Camping
                July 23, 2024

                Rocky Point Dispersed Camping

                Suitable but barren

                There's signs acknowledging it's free camping. Large barren area with a toilet near the lake. Not great for a tent but can make it work. Good distance away from roads and houses. Lake view.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Bowman Lake Dispersed
                July 21, 2024

                Bowman Lake Dispersed

                Great Late Spring Escape

                This place was a slice of heaven, but only accessible by way of 4 x 4 with decent clearance. The trail will take you off road for quite some time , but it's well with the adventure. Traction boards and a winch could help you through unexpected obstacles and are recommended to have on hand, but you most likely won't need them. No running water, but there are restroom buildings, fire rings and bear boxes to use. Mosquitoes are abundant here. Don't forget your repellent. The lake is gorgeous, a great fishery, and there are plenty of inspirational views and solitude to be had.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Merrill Campground
                July 18, 2024

                Merrill Campground

                Nice lakeside camp

                Large state lakeside camp, well laid out. Clean toilets but no showers. Ca, so expensive. Great bike/hiking paved path In The pines. Lake entry about 200 yards from Lowest campsites which are unpowered sites. Water and electric available on the two upper levels. We did not have reservations, 4 powered sites and many unpowered were available. We chose the basic site, closer to the lake side.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Cool Springs Campground
                July 17, 2024

                Cool Springs Campground

                Secret Place Near Lake Almanor

                Just try to get a last minute camp spot on Memorial Day weekend most places.  We were fortunate to discover Butt Lake near Lake Almanor.  Only one small burn area far from the campgrounds.  Friday was opening day for Cool Springs campground.  A PG&E operated facility, it was in great shape and ready for the season.  We did three nights, departing on Monday.  On Friday night we were one of only a few guests.  Saturday and Sunday were full, but the feeling was vary spacious.  The lake is a reservoir with no actual inlet.  Rather it is fed by a pipe from Lake Almanor with a hydroelectric plant just prior to the water entering Butt Lake.  Oddly for a PG&E lake there is not hydroelectric plant at the outlet dam.  Did some bike riding to check out the dam, Ponderosa Flat campground, Pioneer cemetery, and east shore of the lake.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Movin' West RV Park
                July 14, 2024

                Movin' West RV Park

                A great place to stay in Graeagle, CA

                It was a great RV park to stay at in Graeagle, California. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is great. The town is only 1 mile from the RV park and you can easily walk there. I highly recommend the Graeagle Outpost for coffee, ice cream, and more.

                It would be even better if there was more space between each RV spot. It feels like your neighbor is right there in your business all the time. They put up fences to give some semblance of privacy but it doesn't really help because they are only partial fences.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Merrill Campground
                July 14, 2024

                Merrill Campground

                Rare USDA camp with power and water

                Stayed one night and loved Eagle Lake. Rare USDA campground with power and water. Lovely forest area shades the camp. Lots of families with bikes and dogs all on leashes. Great bike paths to ride or walk right next to the lake.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Almanor
                June 24, 2024

                Almanor

                North is open, South is closed for Summer 2024

                North is open, South is closed for Summer 2024.

                It took some digging on this information as the USFS website is wrong.  

                I camp here on the South campground at least once every year.  For the 2024 season, they CLOSED it at the last second.  

                The North campground is OPEN, but you cannot reserve it.  First Come First Served (FCFS).

                Boat ramp is at the North campground, but if you just have a paddleboard or kayak, you can just walk to the water by just waking down the road and launch at the edge of the lake.  

                There is a General Store within walking distance and restaurant/bar right on the lake too.  I highly advise reservations for dinner on the deck.

              • Camper-submitted photo from 31N17N - North Manzanita Dispersed Camping
                June 20, 2024

                31N17N - North Manzanita Dispersed Camping

                Exactly what we needed

                About one mile south of the northwest entrance, so it’s convenient. Follow the instructions from other campers as they’re spot on. We camped to the right of the road, as we saw another camp site that was filled to the right. Tent campers will have no issues finding a spot. We didn’t venture too far down the road due to having a lower car, but we had plenty of options.

                Although you feel secluded, the highway isn’t too far, so you’ll have some road noise (nothing crazy). We did hear coyotes off in the distance, which is so cool and spooky at the same time. Bear activity was reported in the area before we arrived, so keep that in mind. Make sure to bring your buh spray!

                Will definitely stay here again if we visit the park again. Arrived June 19, left June 20.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Volcanic Country Camping & RV
                June 20, 2024

                Volcanic Country Camping & RV

                Close to Lassen NP - time capsule!

                This place is cool - the Mineral Lodge and Restaurant is where we checked in for campground. We needed a place to stay before heading into Lassen Volcanic NP. The Mineral Lodge and campground next door are family owned and have a community feel. No frill campground, does have hookups.

                $35 per night plus $2 pet fee

                Sites very close together. Bathroom old but works. Poor T Mobile service. No wifi.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
                June 15, 2024

                Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

                Busy campground!

                This campground is huge and busy, but I was able to get a first come, first serve camp site last minute on a weekday. The lake is incredible and Lassen national park is a really special place so it’s a great spot to check out the rest of the park! The hiking is incredible and there is a trail that goes around the lake.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Butte Meadows Campground
                June 15, 2024

                Butte Meadows Campground

                Great location near Chico

                This site is awesome, right on the river, close to the cal fire station and walking distance to the local Butte Meadows businesses. So many great hiking trails near by and it is about an hour from lake Almanor.

              • Camper-submitted photo from 31N17N - North Manzanita Dispersed Camping
                June 5, 2024

                31N17N - North Manzanita Dispersed Camping

                Very much a Nike camp area, "Just Do It

                Immediately prior to turning down road to Lassen turn in to dirt road. Again less than 50 yards on right is area to camp. Could also turn a big rig.

                A 4 wheel drive is not required, it's just a dusty road. About 100 yards further, you could walk up the road and grab some water from the stream.

                No Verizon phone or internet reception

              • Camper-submitted photo from Honey Lake Campground
                January 1, 2024

                Honey Lake Campground

                Saving Grace

                I drove way to long and when this campground showed up I was so relieved I would have stopped no matter what but to find out it’s charming clean and the manager a dear showers laundry and lots of space. The rv spaces look out over the lake tent camping in the back but you still have lake views

              • Camper-submitted photo from Chilcoot Family Campground
                December 28, 2023

                Chilcoot Family Campground

                Love it. Clean. Easy access.

                We live about 35 minutes away in Reno. We decided to practice camping with our new travel trailer at this campground. We have never camped even in a tent. The sites are paved. They are all back in sites. There's good room between sites. I think there's good privacy even though you can see that there are other campers around. There are tables, fire pits, flush toilets, and bear boxes. There's a shallow stream and access to it for the campsites along one side of the campground. There's a camp host by the entrance. It's hard to see the entrance to this campground because the sign is not close to the street. If you get to Frenchman Lake about 10 minutes away, you've gone too far. We've never had any cell signal with ATT at this campground. It's a very easy drive from Reno. We go there all spring and summer for quick getaways.

              • Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
                November 25, 2023

                Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

                Campground - Meh; Lassen - Gorgeous!

                General: Four loops plus a cabin loop, however, after September 5 at noon, the only loops open are A, B, and cabins. 

                Site Quality: Some pull-throughs and some back-in. The back-in sites were, for the most part, better suited for tent camping as the camper pads were quite short and many were not level. We lucked out in that our camper pad was only slightly unlevel and we could make it work with our camper van. Some sites were close together with minimal separation while others had more trees separating them. 

                Bath/Shower house: There were several toilet options ranging from vault toilets to basic bathrooms with flush toilets, to larger restrooms with dishwashing sinks. Although there was a soap dispenser in the two closest to our site, there was no soap. The very cold water was oh-so refreshing on a cold September morning! The dishwashing sink in the A loop was locked but we did see campers using the one in the B Loop.

                Activities/Amenities: There is a camper store with food, showers, gas, and laundry available. You can access both Manzanita and Reflection Lakes (1.5 and.5 miles respectively) from the campground. The Chaos Crags trailhead is approximately a half mile from the A Loop. There are kayak, cataraft, and SUP rentals available for Manzanita Lake but it was a bit chilly when we were there. There is zero cell service in the campground but it is noted there is a milepost where you can grab a signal. On our Chaos Crags hike, however, we got a strong signal on Verizon!

                The campground was okay but worth it as a base camp for exploring the northwest part of the park. Happy this one has not been outsourced to a vendor and the price is still reasonable ($26 or$13 with the senior pass).

              • Camper-submitted photo from Hat Creek Dispersed
                October 27, 2023

                Hat Creek Dispersed

                Great Camping

                As one reviewer wrote, just a short run of slightly rough road to get to expansive meadows of boondocking.



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