Lake McCumber Campground

Lake McCumber Campground is a quiet, little campground 40 miles east of Redding. Bypassed by many who are headed for nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park, Lake McCumber makes a relaxing retreat for families and anglers. The quarter-mile-long lake is open to non-motorized boating such as kayaks and canoes. (Lake McCumber is sometimes called MacCumber Reservoir.)

Lake McCumber Campground has 13 campsites. Eight of the sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents, while the other 5 are walk-in sites for tent camping. Oaks provide ample shade at most sites. Campsites can be reserved.

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Lake McCumber Campground Basics
Lake McCumber Campground Location:	From Redding drive east on Highway 44 to Lake McCumber Road. Follow Lake McCumber Road northeast for 2.2 miles to the campground.
Elevation:	4,080 feet
Mileage from gateway city:	Redding - 40 miles
Number of Sites:	13
Camping Season:	Early April through early September, depending on weather Check exact opening-closing dates: PG&E Campgrounds - Opening, Closing, Fees
Max. People per Site:	6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site:	2 (fee for 2nd vehicle)
Pets:	on leash, always attended, $2 per night
Operated by	Pacific Gas and Electric
Pacific Gas and Electric Land Projects:	(916) 386-5164

Reservations
Lake McCumber Campground Reservations	Lake McCumber Campground reservations are available for camping dates in early May through early September. See PG&E Reservation Information below.
Maximum RV/trailer Length:	30 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites:	No campsites are designated accessible.
Fees:	$15 per night
Reservations:	Lake McCumber Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 11:00 AM

Lake McCumber Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, fire ring, food lockers; no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, piped water
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Lake McCumber Campground:	Launch non-motorized boats into Lake McCumber. Fish for rainbow and brown trout. Drive 13 miles to Manzanita Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Watch for birds such as pileated woodpeckers, bald eagles, warblers, and western bluebirds. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Campground Reservation Information for 2025 TBA

PG&E 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.

Reviews from Previous Campers

2021 - 2024

Host takes good care of campground.

Paved pads for RVs.

Clean restrooms.

Lassen Volcanic National Park
Attractions and Activities

Campers at Lake McCumber Campground enjoy good fishing in Lake McCumber and many wonderful adventures to the east in nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park.

Fish in Lake McCumber.
Visit the gallery at Mt. Lassen Art Center in Viola.
Venture into Subway Cave, located just north of the park. The cave is less than a half-mile long and reveals the underground world of a lava tube. Don't forget your flashlight.
Drive east and make an Auto Tour of nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park, stopping at sites such as Sulfur Works, Bumpass Hell Overlook, Devastated Area, and Chaos Crags.
Hike 5 miles up to the summit of Lassen Peak.
Participate in Ranger-led Programs at the park, including nature walks, campfire programs, Starry Night ranger-led programs, astronomy programs, and snowshoe hikes.
Tour Loomis Museum, which features historic photos of Lassen's last eruption.
Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center has wonderful exhibits about the park's volcanic activity. The Center includes both a cafe and a gift shop.

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