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It is free so that would give it five stars, but it is not very level and during the week heavy traffic starts at around 6 AM. But the nights are quiet and it was very close to Lassen volcanic Park
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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.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Hat Creek (144)
1. McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground
"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."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $70 / night
2. Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $15 / night
3. Big Pine Dispersed Camping
"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
"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"
5. 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!👍👍"
6. Hat Creek Dispersed
"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."
7. Hat Creek Hereford Ranch RV Park & Campground
"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!"
8. Burney Falls/Hat Creek KOA
"This is a nice park, centrally located between Burney Falls and Lassen National park."
"There is a small lake in the middle of the lot where people can have catch and release fishing. There is a small store and restaurant, but we didn't get anything there."
Check Availabilityfrom $70 / night
9. Cassel Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $25 / night
10. Butte Creek Campground
"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!"
Drive Time
- 1 hr 8 min from Redding, CA
- 2 hrs 26 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 57 min from Yuba City, CA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Hat Creek, CA
695 Reviews of 144 Hat Creek Campgrounds
- MMarion W.
ScoutMountain Gate Rv Park & Cottages
Helpful staff and nice sites
danny R.TravelerTrail In RV Campground
Great place to visit
We did work for the new owners they were just awesome to say the least. Looking forward to staying with them as guest next time around.
- NNicolas M.Scout
The Riverview Venue & RV
Only for RV.
Paula P.
GuideThe Village at Highlands Ranch
This place is glamping at its best! Ample sites, close to the NP, laundry, two restaurants on site, gift shop, etc
- EEmily M.Scout
Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
It’s pretty empty this time of year. Was informed it will close for the season next week. Camp sites are oddly marked. Lots of trees to navigate around. But spacious. Tent and RV Camp spots as well as cabins. Internet is the fastest I’ve seen at a park 40mb download. There is road noise at night so pick a spot in the back. Showers and bathrooms are very clean.
- RRWBTraveler
Lassen NF Forest Rte 32N17
Nice and mellow spot…
Couple of fellow travelers here.. Couple little nooks you can drive off the main road.
Michelle H.GuideMcCloud RV Resort
So much shade
We stayed two nights here and were able to walk to the Apple harvest festival across the street. You are definitely packed in here but the park is really nice. We stayed in spot 29.
These spots seem to have shade all day long: 25-34 47-70
Spots we saw that we would like to stay in next time: 18, 19, 83A, 113
Also good: 80-83 and 105-113
36-47 have no shade in the afternoon/early evening
The bathrooms were old but clean. I wish the outdoor cooking facilities were better maintained. I’m not quite sure they are usable, but my husband says they are.
We definitely will return to this Park. I appreciate the tight ship they run. We let them know that our cable box was broken when we arrived, and even though we don’t use the cable, they had somebody there within five minutes to fix it. Strict 10pm quiet rule, which I also appreciated. Some highway noise, but it was not that bad. The little town of McCloud is so very cute and easily walkable. We recommend Sage for a fancy dinner.
- JJacqueline S.Traveler
Fowlers Campground
Quiet amongst the trees
I showed up for a first come first served site. It wasn’t clear when I drove in that you can look at the dates on the reservation tags and use the site if you’re between days it is reserved. Nice shady wooded campground right next to the river with easy access to a gorgeous trail.
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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