Almanor
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About Almanor
Almanor is a national park campground at Lassen National Forest in Plumas County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Almanor is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 70 ft. Campers rate it 4.4/5 across 41 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Lassen National Forest include Legacy Campground, Soldier Meadows Campground, High Bridge Campground and Warner Creek Campground.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 53 · 2024: 66 · 2025: 2
Location
Address
Chester, California
Coordinates
40.2169, -121.1678
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 316 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Legacy Campground
Lassen National Forest
Soldier Meadows Campground
Lassen National Forest
High Bridge Campground
Lassen National Forest
Greenville Campground
Plumas National Forest
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Queen Lily Campground (Plumas)
Plumas National Forest
Warner Creek Campground
Lassen National Forest
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Almanor FAQ
How far in advance should I book Almanor?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Almanor?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Almanor. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Almanor right now?
Almanor is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Almanor located?
Almanor is located in Lassen National Forest, near Chester, California.
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