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    Hat Creek Hereford Ranch RV Park & Campground accommodates pets at every site with grassy tent areas perfect for dog comfort. Cave Campground and Hat Creek Dispersed offer pet-friendly alternatives along Hat Creek, where dogs can wade alongside their owners during fishing excursions. All campgrounds in the area enforce leash policies, with designated pet exercise areas at larger established sites. McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground, Manzanita Lake Campground, and Hat Creek Resort & RV Park all welcome pets in their cabin accommodations, providing alternatives to tent or RV camping. The campgrounds maintain clean grounds with regular trash collection, minimizing wildlife encounters that could endanger pets. Most sites provide picnic tables for secure pet tethering while owners prepare meals.

    Hat Creek's dispersed camping areas permit off-leash dog play in selected locations away from fishing spots and other campers. Dogs must remain under voice control even when off-leash. The Hat Creek area features multiple creek access points where dogs can cool off during summer months when temperatures frequently exceed 80 degrees. Nearby market facilities at Hat Creek Resort, Burney Falls/Hat Creek KOA, and Hereford Ranch sell pet supplies and basic first aid items. Trail systems near the campgrounds accommodate leashed pets, providing exercise opportunities through ponderosa pine forests. Subway Cave across from Cave Campground allows pets on leash through the lava tube exploration. Campground hosts enforce quiet hours to minimize dog barking disruptions to other campers and wildlife.

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      1. McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground

      4.4(42)17mi from Hat Creek103 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "This is one of my favorite campsites in California. There all the falls, which are beautiful, the lake for swimming and water sports and lots of hiking trails."

      "Lake to swim and boat in, waterfall short walk, General store with everything you can imagine and firewood, close by a town where you can eat out."

      from $35 - $70 / night

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      2. Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      4.5(39)20mi from Hat Creek180 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We took an eight-day tour through Northern California and this was our first leg. Tent-camped three nights."

      "The lake is a great place to read next to or fish. Campsites and restrooms were well maintained. There was little privacy in between spaces but the beauty of lake made us forget all that."

      from $26 / night

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      3. Big Pine Dispersed Camping

      4.9(12)13mi from Hat CreekRVs, Tents

      "Its a a great spot, just a handfull of miles East of the Lassen national park north entrance off the ca 44."

      "Both Hat Creek and Lost Creek run through the area."

      4. Cave Campground

      4.6(7)9mi from Hat CreekRVs, Tents

      "Located along the banks of Hat Creek this is a place for those who like to fish.  Cross the road and you will find a Lava Cave to explore. Down the road is historic Burney Falls."

      "This place is on hwy 44 near the Hat Creek region of Lassen. I like this place because you avoid the tourist type campers you will find in the Lassen National Park"

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      5. Hat Creek Resort & RV Park

      4.9(7)11mi from Hat CreekRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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!👍👍"

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      6. Hat Creek Dispersed

      4.8(5)9mi from Hat CreekTents

      "This spot is close to the road, but the drive does run parallel. I have a 4x4 Tacoma and I found it a little difficult initially to navigate past the first hill."

      "Take creek trail. Bathrooms, garbage, water available at main campground. 1 bar lte AT&T."

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      7. Hat Creek Hereford Ranch RV Park & Campground

      5.0(3)2mi from Hat CreekRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Their little section of Hat Creek is beautiful. I didn't catch a thing but at least I wasn't working! I haven't covered it all but you get the idea!"

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      8. Butte Creek Campground

      4.0(11)16mi from Hat CreekRVs, Tents

      "Free site; vault toilets and some fire pits/ picnic tables; quiet, simple, close to hike extinct volcano and lake. Really perfect"

      "Off the beaten path and limited cell reception. Clean natural sites and vault toilets. Basic!"

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      9. Bridge Campground

      3.7(3)6mi from Hat CreekRVs, Tents

      "Pleasant campground with a beautiful creek along the roadside . We have chosen a site close enough to the creek so that we can hear it."

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      10. Cassel Campground

      4.7(3)9mi from Hat CreekRVs, Tents

      "Pulled in for one night and found a clean quiet camp on Hat Creek"

      "Stayed overnight here during a fishing trip to Baum Lake. The campground was almost empty. Unfortunately, the only other campsite was full of Jackwagons with no regard for other folks."

      from $20 - $25 / night

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    • Cynthia K.
      Sep. 7, 2021

      Mt. Lassen-Shingletown KOA

      Wonderful!

      So, we already knew we were in trouble. Lassen Volcanic was closed(it was on fire), which is the whole reason we were here. Lots of smoke, but the campground wasn't in danger. We came in anyway. This was the last stop before we started home.

      The campground had a lot of cancellations, so it was unusually quiet. That didn't bother us! We had a back in site- 33. The best site in the campground! It's close to the dog park if you have a dog.

      The bathroom/shower is 3 sites down. Very clean. 

      Also close to the walking trail, basketball/volleyball courts& a neat tree swing. All this is under tall pines. This isn't a large campground, but it's VERY nice. Lots of trees& shady. Has a gift shop at the office. 

      The pool was open. Lots of hornets& 2 people got stung while in the pool. They have traps out, but the hornets are persistent!

       Laundry I didn't use, but it's there if you need it. Everything was very clean. Service was friendly.

      So, this is a good base for Lassen Volcanic. Since we couldn't go, there's other things to see. McArthur Burney Falls is a bit of a drive, but well worth it. We also stopped at Subway Cave, which we loved& Hat Creek Rim Overlook(which was a waste of time with the smoke). The rest of the day we chilled at the pool! We will definitely be back someday to see Lassen!

    • Amanda V.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 28, 2025

      Hat Creek Resort & RV Park

      Nice Campground

      Nice Campground right on the hat Creek! Full hookups Laundry Wifi available for purchase Close to Lassen Volcanic NP

    • MarinMaverick
      Aug. 13, 2020

      Hat Creek

      A Fisherman's Paradise

      There are several places to camp along Hat Creek.  This and Cave Campground are my favorites.  You have direct access to Hat Creek, which is a great palce so sit beside, and to fish if you have a mind to.

      Nice sites under tall trees. Can be very hot in the summer so check your weather.  There are also swimming holes along the creek !  The group site here are pretty open while the single sites have more shade and coverage.

      Sites have regular amenities, nothing special here.  Tables, food lockers and fire rings. No showers but there are showers you can rent down the road for campers.

    • MarinMaverick
      Aug. 13, 2020

      Cave Campground

      Fishing and Caving Together!

      Located along the banks of Hat Creek this is a place for those who like to fish.  Cross the road and you will find a Lava Cave to explore. Down the road is historic Burney Falls. This campground is my favorite along Hat Creek.

      These sites have the usual amenitites - table, fire ring & food storage. Many are right on the creek itself.  They are well spaced for privacy and the campground is not that big. Some of the sites are right on the road which can get noisy with the trucks. Try to get one back by the creek.

      If you feel up to it the Pacific Crest Trail is nearby and you can do a leg.

      There are showers down the road for rent in Old Station.

    • j
      Aug. 24, 2021

      Cassel Campground

      Great Quiet Campground

      Pulled in for one night and found a clean quiet camp on Hat Creek

    • Ann N.
      Aug. 1, 2020

      Cave Campground

      Great Fishing

      Vault toilets are the only draw back. This place is on hwy 44 near the Hat Creek region of Lassen. I like this place because you avoid the tourist type campers you will find in the Lassen National Park

    • Brad F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 26, 2026

      Cave Campground

      Great by Hat Creek

      This campground is not free, and closed over the winter (see https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/lassen/recreation/cave-campground)

      Its a great spot by hat creek and across the the very fun Lava cave.

    • David S.
      Aug. 11, 2025

      Twin Bridges Campground

      Dispersed site

      No facilities. This area is a designated dispersed camping area . Many sites are creek front. Lots of large trees for shade. First come first served. No or very limited cell coverage. Hat Creek is a famous fly fishing stream.

    • Brad F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 20, 2026

      Big Pine Dispersed Camping

      Brilliant Spot by Hat Creek

      Its a a great spot, just a handfull of miles East of the Lassen national park north entrance off the ca 44.

      About a mile of easy wide dirt road, we took our 30 ft RV and pull into a brilliant spot right by hat creek. No raod noise, no neighbours, just fresh air and a good nights sleep.

      There are about 6 spots about 100 years apart from each other.

    Guide to Hat Creek

    Hat Creek Resort & RV Park offers pet-friendly sites with ample space between campsites providing privacy while camping with dogs. Several campgrounds in the Hat Creek area welcome pets including Cave Campground, Burney Falls/Hat Creek KOA, and Hat Creek Hereford Ranch RV Park & Campground. Campers can choose from various accommodation options including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping facilities that all permit pets. Most campgrounds in the region feature standard amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water alongside pet-friendly policies. Reviews confirm clean facilities with well-maintained grounds and helpful staff who accommodate pet owners. Many campsites are situated directly on or near Hat Creek, allowing easy water access for dogs needing to cool off during warmer months.

    Hat Creek Dispersed camping areas provide free alternatives for pet owners seeking more rustic experiences with their animals. The nearby Subway Cave lava tube across from Cave Campground offers a unique exploration opportunity with leashed pets. Fishing spots throughout Hat Creek are accessible to visitors with dogs, with multiple reviewers noting successful fishing trips while camping with their pets. Campgrounds typically require pets to be leashed when outside vehicles or tents. The region experiences seasonal closures, with most campgrounds operating between April and October. Hat Creek's location provides convenient access to Lassen Volcanic National Park, though park policies regarding pets differ from those at the surrounding campgrounds. The area offers minimal cell service, with some locations reporting only one bar of LTE coverage, important for pet owners who may need emergency veterinary information.

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