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Nice Campground right on the hat Creek! Full hookups Laundry Wifi available for purchase Close to Lassen Volcanic NP
Equestrian Camping near Hat Creek, CA
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Bogard Campground offers equestrian sites with dedicated horse corrals in a peaceful forest setting near Hat Creek. Most campsites accommodate horses with corrals built directly at individual sites, providing convenient monitoring of animals throughout the stay. The campground features multiple vault toilets, picnic tables, and steel fire pits at each site. Bogard's campsites are generously sized, accommodating horse trailers up to 25 feet in length with ample room to maneuver. The campground remains free to use, though a sign posted at the entrance indicates this may change in the future. Pine Creek runs behind the campground, offering natural water access for horses, though campers should bring their own drinking water as the handpump may not be reliable year-round.
The surrounding forest service roads and trails provide excellent riding opportunities directly from the campground. Aspen groves create scenic riding conditions, particularly spectacular in fall when the leaves change color. Riders note minimal competition for trail access as the campground typically hosts few visitors, with many reporting only 3-5 other campers even during peak season. The campground isn't maintained during winter months, though it remains technically open year-round. Horse owners should be prepared for bugs during summer visits, particularly in the evening hours. The location provides good access to nearby attractions including Subway Cave, Burney Falls, and Hat Creek, making it an excellent base camp for both riding and general outdoor exploration.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Hat Creek (6)
1. Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
"Nice Campground right on the hat Creek! Full hookups Laundry Wifi available for purchase Close to Lassen Volcanic NP"
"Easy to get in and out of the camp site large camp sites, the hat Creek runs right through the camp ground and we caught trout all morning. Wonderful place convenience store was great too!👍👍"
2. Butte Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
"It's right by Cinder Cone (amazing views up top), Butte Lake and many nice hiking destinations. Bear boxes (yes, you need to use them), toilets, running water (though you need to check late season)."
"Located off a well maintained gravel road near beautiful Butte Lake. We had no problem towing our trailer to this location and neither did our friends whose trailer is 30+ ft."
from $37 / night
Check Availability3. Black Rock Campground (Lassen NF)
"There are some nice places to fish that are just a short walk from the campsites and the campsites are nicely shaded to help cut the heat during the day. We saw some salmon, deer, quail, and frogs."
4. Soldier Meadows Campground
"Just a short drive down a forest service dirt road and you'll find yourself at Soldier Meadows---a gem of a campground!"
5. Eagle Lake Resort
6. Lazzarini Farms
"It all gave me the feeling I was one with the nature all around me. The camp also represents and embodies that same unity."
from $35 / night
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32 Reviews of 6 Hat Creek Campgrounds
- Kristina B.
RangerBogard Campground
Bugs. Beautiful. Serene. But bugs.
Free! I do love free. I had spent the day in the sun and had no intentions of driving four hours away. I did Subway Cave 👍🏻, Burney Falls👍🏻, and took a much needed nap by Hat Creek.
I pulled into another campground but there were kids running everywhere and the second I got out the mosquitoes came at me starved for my blood. I left.
The next was Bogard. I had literally no idea where I was. I needed rest.
It was beautiful. Aspens fluttered. Owls hooted through the night.
Most of the sites are for horses so I tried to take another without corrals as I’m not a horse but light was fading, I took a horse one.
I met all my fellow campers. So many dog cuddles. Kids rode bikes and played hide n seek.
5 other sites were taken so it was nice and quiet.
I found some wood someone had placed in my site previously and had a nice fire before sleep took over.
It was hot so no rain fly on my tent and the stars were abundant. So were the bugs.
Literally the only downside.
Easily 30 bugs came to bed with me. I used repellent to no avail.
But hey. It’s free.
Frank P.
TravelerHat Creek Resort & RV Park
Fishing 10 steps from our Trailer
1st RV park that I ever took my trailer to. Easy to get in and out of the camp site large camp sites, the hat Creek runs right through the camp ground and we caught trout all morning. Wonderful place convenience store was great too!👍👍
- Patricia O.Guide
Butte Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
Best in Lassen
This is my favorite campground in Lassen because it is not crowded and the sites are decent sized. It's right by Cinder Cone (amazing views up top), Butte Lake and many nice hiking destinations. Bear boxes (yes, you need to use them), toilets, running water (though you need to check late season). It is a gravel road. There is a boat launch for kayaks and canoes..
This campground is 45 minutes from the main park road, so plan accordingly. If you stop at Hat Creek Rim Overlook on the way by, there is cell reception. Firewood and supplies are available at Old Station.
Laura F.GuideButte Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
Tucked away
This little gem is a great place to stay while visiting Lassen. Located off a well maintained gravel road near beautiful Butte Lake. We had no problem towing our trailer to this location and neither did our friends whose trailer is 30+ ft. The campsites are spacious and well maintained. Lots of trees and within walking distance to the lake. Flush toilets were decently clean.
There are no sites located on the actual lake so you have to pack a beach bag, chairs, toys and snacks and haul them down to the waters edge if you want a beach day. Mosquitoes were HUGE so don’t forget bug spray!
The Cinder Cone hike along the old lava flow behind the campsite is spectacular! Don’t let the climb up the cinder cone dissuade you; the panoramic view from the top is well worth it! We did it with two 6 year olds. Don’t forget to visit the nearby Lava Tubes and geothermal sights.
Laura M.
LegendBogard Campground
Not Maintained in the Winter
We did not stay the night here, as there was too much snow on Bridge Creek Springs Road in April for our RV to be able to get through. We spent the night in a clearing nearby though, and walked over to the campground to check it out.
The camp sites are nicely spread out, and each comes with a picnic table and steel fire pit. The website says max trailer length is 25 ft, but the sites looked plenty large enough to accommodate longer vehicles.
There is lots of shade, almost no sun, so if you rely on solar power keep that in mind.
Not maintained during the winter, but the campground is open. There are two unisex handicap accessible vault toilets, and one was unlocked and the other was locked. We saw several sites with dedicated horse corrals at the site.
There is also a day use area.
We saw a sign pointing the way to “water” but did not see any water spigots in the campground. The sign may have been referring to Pine Creek which passes along behind the campground. The website does mention handpumped water though, so maybe there was a spigot that we didn’t see.
During the winter the campground has kind of an eery, disheveled look. However, when maintenance starts up again, and when the Aspen change color in the fall, this campground is probably a beautiful place.
Zero cell service.
No fees even during open season.
Amy C.GuideSoldier Meadows Campground
Sleep amongst the pines, not the tourists!
Just a short drive down a forest service dirt road and you'll find yourself at Soldier Meadows---a gem of a campground! Located just 15 minutes from the oh so popular Lake Almanor, Soldier Meadows is a peaceful campground nestled among towering pines and a babbling brook. The campsites are huge, with lots of room to spread out. There is no water at this campsite, but if you bring your filtration system you can get water just steps away from your campsite. One pit toilet is located at the front of the campground. My mom and I camped here for a couple of nights as we were doing so day hikes on the PCT, great base camp. You are only 20 minutes from the town of Chester if you need to run in for a milkshake or more beer, you know the essentials! This is not a fancy campground by any means, but with no camp host there, it all seems a bit more peaceful ;)
allison W.LegendButte Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
If you want remote in Lassen…
Stayed at Butte Lake for two nights in late June 2022. None of the campsites has an unobstructed lake view, but it’s a short walk to the day use area on the shore. This is a good jumping off point for a ton of hikes on this side of Lassen NP; excellent signage tells you how far each destination is. The sites themselves are not very private; kids were rolling through our site on bikes all afternoon and evening, dogs were barking at each other, it was a little crowded feeling even though it was probably only at half capacity. (There were reservation cards on almost all the sites, but it seems like a lot of people didn’t show up.) That said, after driving past some of the other campgrounds right next to the highway, I was happy to have chosen this one.
Moni R.TravelerButte Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
Remote Campground at Lassen NP
Despite the remote location and the bumpy gravel road to get to this park, it is a very popular campground. Advanced reservation is a must. Make sure to read the signs about the wildlife and take the advice of how to store food seriously. We saw a bear just a mile outside the campground.
The sites are large and spaced far apart and shady. The lake is only a short walk away and great for swimming, kayaking or paddle boarding. The lake is surrounded by lava and the beach has been formed by volcanic material and smells a little sulphuric but the water is very clear. There are several stunning hikes starting right at the campground .
Guide to Hat Creek
Bogard Campground sits in a forested area of Lassen National Forest at approximately 5,700 feet elevation, with campsites specifically designed for equestrians. The facility remains open year-round but receives minimal maintenance during winter months when temperatures frequently drop below freezing. Pine Creek flows behind the campground, with water levels varying dramatically by season.
What to do
Hiking to Cinder Cone: Butte Lake Campground serves as an excellent starting point for the Cinder Cone trail. "The Cinder Cone hike along the old lava flow behind the campsite is spectacular! Don't let the climb up the cinder cone dissuade you; the panoramic view from the top is well worth it! We did it with two 6 year olds," notes Laura F. from Butte Lake Campground.
Fishing opportunities: The area provides multiple fishing spots within short distances of most campgrounds. "We caught trout all morning. Wonderful place convenience store was great too!" reports Frank P. about his experience at Hat Creek Resort & RV Park.
Explore nearby caves: The Subway Cave lava tube system is accessible from several area campgrounds. "Campground is close to other fishing, the Subway Cave (ya gotta go there) Lassen National Park entrance and much more," recommends Outdoordude D.
What campers like
Direct creek access: Many visitors appreciate the water access in the region. "Stayed at a full hookup site in my 22 foot travel trailer. We got a spot right on the water. The spots had a bunch of space between them and you had a feeling of privacy," shares Jason D. about his stay at Hat Creek Resort.
Relative solitude: For those seeking quieter equestrian camping near Hat Creek, Black Rock Campground offers a more secluded experience. "This is a great place to escape city life. Don't mistake this camp ground for the one in Joshua state park. The road to get there was the only headache especially since we drove a small car," advises Kyle M.
Wildlife viewing: The natural setting provides opportunities to observe local fauna. "We saw some salmon, deer, quail, and frogs. There was evidence of bears around our site but we didn't have any issues," reports Alissa C. about her camping trip to Black Rock.
What you should know
Road conditions: Access to some horse camping facilities can be challenging. "The road getting in you need a SUV not a car. It's very bumpy lots of pot holes," warns Sarah F. about Butte Lake Campground.
Water availability: Portable water sources are limited at many campgrounds. "There is no way to hook up a hose, even with a water robber, so you have to fill jugs and carry from the sink," notes Bill T. about Butte Lake.
Seasonal considerations: Most facilities operate under weather-dependent schedules. "The most important thing to know about this camp site is that it is not always open. When we went there, it was closed (apparently only open 6/8/18 - 10/23/18, weather permitting per the website)," shares Steven H.
Tips for camping with families
Safety around horses: When utilizing horse camping areas, ensure children understand proper behavior around the animals. Keep children from running or making loud noises near horse corrals.
Water recreation options: Soldier Meadows Campground provides creek access suitable for younger visitors. "Located just 15 minutes from the oh so popular Lake Almanor, Soldier Meadows is a peaceful campground nestled among towering pines and a babbling brook," says Amy C.
Bug protection: Insect repellent is essential, particularly during warmer months. "Mosquitoes were HUGE so don't forget bug spray!" cautions Laura F. about her camping experience with children.
Tips from RVers
Site spacing considerations: RVers appreciate campgrounds with adequate space between sites. "The sites are large and spaced far apart and shady," notes Moni R. about her experience at Butte Lake.
Hookup availability: Eagle Lake Resort provides electric connections for RVs. "The campground and hosts were awesome! The hosts were attentive and drove around in their golf cart regularly and diligently and were informative and friendly," reports CRJohnson, though they note lake conditions can vary.
Length restrictions: Most equestrian camping facilities near Hat Creek can accommodate trailers up to 25 feet, but turning radius may be limited on forest roads leading to more remote campgrounds.
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