Rocky Point Campground

Lake Almanor

Lake Almanor, CA
Lake Almanor, CA

Rocky Point Campground

Lake Almanor


Lake Almanor

Rocky Point Campground

Rocky Point Campground is situated along the west shore of 28,000-acre Lake Almanor. Visitors to Lake Almanor enjoy boating, waterskiing, fishing, swimming, and hiking. Lassen Volcanic National Park is close enough for a day trip.

Rocky Point Campground has 109 campsites, most of which can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Some sites are walk-in, tent-only campsites. A 2-night minimum stay is required for those making reservations. Rocky Point Campground has two Group Campsites, North and South.

Notice: Sites 68 - 102 in Loop 2 are closed in early summer (May- June) to protect ospreys nesting in a large "hazard tree".

The lake and Rocky Point Campground are operated by the Pacific Gas and Electric Corporation.



Rocky Point Campground Basics
Rocky Point Campground Location: Off Highway 89 along Lake Almanor's west shore
Elevation: 4,600 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Red Bluff - 83 miles, 1:38
Sacramento - 159 miles, 3:19
Number of Sites: 109
Open - Closed: Early May through September
Check exact opening-closing dates:
PG&E Campgrounds - Opening, Closing, Fees
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 1 vehicle ($5 for additional vehicles)
Pets: on leash, always attended, $2 per day
Information: (530) 284-1785

Rocky Point Campground Reservations
Reservations available Rocky Point Campground reservations are available for camping dates from mid-May through mid-September.
Booking Window: See PG&E's Reservation Information below
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 40 feet
ADA Wheelchair Accessible Sites: #4, 10, 14B, 75, 89
Favorite Campsites: #64, 68, 76, 77, 90, 97, 99, 101, 108, 109
Fees: $30 per night, plus $8 reservation fee
Reservations: Rocky Point Campground Reservations
$8 reservation fee
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Rocky Point Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, food locker, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, tap water
Campground Map: Rocky Point Campground Map
Showers: No
Dump station: Nearby
Attractions near Rocky Point Campground:
  • Visit Canyon Dam Picnic Area.
  • Hike along the Lake Almanor Recreation Trail.
  • Stop by Plumas Pines Resort and Wilson's Camp Prattville.
  • Enjoy the view from the Almanor Scenic Outlook.
  • Explore Chester's shops and restaurants.





Rocky Point Campground, Lake Almanor, CA

Rocky Point Campground


Rocky Point North Group Campsite

Rocky Point North Group Campsite can accommodate up to 30 people in 5 sites. Each site has a fire ring, picnic table, and storage locker. The site has piped water and vault toilets. A 2-night minimum stay is required.
Fee: $180 per night
Reservations: Rocky Point North Group Campsite Reservations

Rocky Point South Group Campsite

Rocky Point North Group Campsite can accommodate up to 114 people in 12 sites. Each site has a fire ring, picnic table, and storage locker. The site has piped water and vault toilets. A 2-night minimum stay is required.
Fee: $570 per night
Reservations: Rocky Point South Group Campsite Reservations

Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Campground Reservation Information for 2025 TBA

PG&E has updated its reservations dates for 2025 TBA.
April 10, 8:00 AM - Reservations become available for camping dates one week or longer.
April 17, 8:00 AM - Reservations become available for stays less than one week.

Many PG&E campgrounds (except group campgrounds), including those with reservations available, also have some first-come, first-serve sites.



Rocky Point Campground, Lake Almanor, CA

Rocky Point Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

2024

  • Long beaches, perfect for families
  • Pit toilets are clean.
  • Not many waterfront sites that will accommodate big rigs.
  • Hosts were very picky, making up rules.
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Lake Almanor
Attractions and Activities

Lake Almanor is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts from boaters and water skiers to anglers and hikers.

  • Take your boat out onto the water of 28,000-acre Lake Almanor.
  • Enjoy waterskiing, wakeboarding, jet skiing, and fishing.
  • Rent a boat at Big Cove Resort, Majors Outpost, or Knotty Pines Resort.
  • Enjoy a picnic and a swim at Marvin Alexander Beach, East Shore or Canyon Dam.
  • Hike on the Lake Almanor Recreation Trail for great views of Lake Almanor.
  • Rent a kayak from Lake Almanor Kayak Rentals.
  • Take a day trip to Butt Reservoir, Mountain Meadows Reservoir or Round Valley Reservoir.

Key Rocky Point Campground Regulations

  1. Dogs must be on leash and attended at all times.
  2. To avoid problems with bears, food and similar items must be stored in bear-proof lockers.
  3. Build fires in provided fire rings.
  4. Obtain firewood locally to avoid bringing in pests.

Visit PG&E - Rocky Point Campground for any campground updates.

Local Firewood Supply

Turner Excavating, Inc./Almanor Landscape Supply
3746 Big Springs Road, Lake Almanor, CA



Nearby Campgrounds

Lake Almanor Campgrounds

Plumas National Forest Campgrounds

Butt Valley Reservoir Campground

Yellow Creek Area Campgrounds



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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate