Part of Lassen National Forest, West Eagle Campground operates under US Forest Service management from mid-May through October. The campground accommodates RVs up to 40 feet and provides standard amenities including drinking water, restrooms, and fire rings with picnic tables at each site. Access involves rough roads that require attention during approach.
Located near both creek and lake features, the forested setting supports swimming activities during warmer months. A single recent review noted the site's low occupancy even during summer peak season, with well-maintained restroom facilities and an attentive campground host. The area allows pets and campfires, with firewood available for purchase. Cell service reaches the campground, and campers exploring the broader region can find pet-friendly campgrounds around Lassen National Forest.
Description
Overview
West Eagle Campground is part of the Eagle Lake Recreation Area in the Lassen National Forest, which offers a variety of lakes, streams and wilderness areas and an abundance of recreation opportunities. In addition to water sports on the lake, the area also offers miles of trails that are used year-round for hiking and mountain biking and by snowmobiling enthusiasts during the winter months.
Recreation
The 27,000-acre lake provides ample boating, swimming, water skiing and sailing opportunities. Visitors also enjoy the plentiful trout fishing. A boat ramp can be found not far from the campground, and a beach is located at the nearby Aspen Campground. The campground offers access points for miles of trails within the Eagle Lake Recreation Area. A 6-mile hiking, biking and horseback riding trail parallels the lake and winds through the surrounding forest.
Facilities
West Eagle Campground offers two group sites for tent or RV camping. One site can accommodate up to 75 guests, while the other is rated for up to 100 guests. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, electricity and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase.
Natural Features
The campground is located on the southeastern shores of Eagle Lake, in northeastern California, at an elevation of approximately 5,100 feet. It is nestled in a forest of mature pine trees with a grassy understory. A few sites offer sweeping views of the adjacent lake and some have space to moor a boat.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 825-3454.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundWest Eagle Campground is located in California
Directions
From Susanville, California, take Highway 36 for 2 miles west to County Road A-1. Turn north and continue 14 miles to the Eagle Lake Recreation Area, following the signs to the campground.
Coordinates
40.5486111 N
120.7813889 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/1/26
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/1/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 43 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 3 min from Chico, CA
- 2 hrs 4 min from Redding, CA
- 2 hrs 50 min from Yuba City, CA
