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Mccarthy Point Lookout

★4.5(10 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandLassen National Forest · Tehama County, California
🌊River Access🏔️Mountain Views🏜️Desert/Canyon🥾Hiking🎣Fishing🏠Cabins Available

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About Mccarthy Point Lookout

Mccarthy Point Lookout is a national park campground at Lassen National Forest in Tehama County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Lassen National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.

Mccarthy Point Lookout 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.

Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).

Other campgrounds at Lassen National Forest include Black Rock Campground, Mill Creek Trailhead/Black Rock Campground, Potato Patch Campground, Butte Meadows Campground and Hole-in-the-Ground Campground.

Reservation Trends - Mccarthy Point Lookout
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Total reservations in June — 2023: 17 · 2024: 9

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Location

Address

Tehama County, California

Coordinates

40.1878, -121.6833

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • •August sees 27 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

Nearby Campgrounds

Photos

McCarthy Point dining area
McCarthy Point Kitchen
McCarthy Point  Lookout
MacCarthy Point Bedroom
McCarthy Point sleeping area
A wooden cabin on a stone base perched on the edge of a cliff
McCarthy Point Lookout perched on the rim of Mill Creek Canyon.
McCarthy Point deck

Mccarthy Point Lookout FAQ

How far in advance should I book Mccarthy Point Lookout?

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 Mccarthy Point Lookout?

August typically sees the highest reservation activity at Mccarthy Point Lookout. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Mccarthy Point Lookout right now?

Mccarthy Point Lookout 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 Mccarthy Point Lookout located?

Mccarthy Point Lookout is located in Lassen National Forest, California.

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