Modoc National Forest

Lassen Creek Campground

Getting There: Howard's Gulch campground is adjacent to Highway 139. Five miles north of Canby.

Elevation: 4,700 above sea level

Season: Generally May - October

Facilities:

• RV and tent units  

• Picnic tables and fire pits at each site

• Vault toilets

• 21 day stay limit

• Potable Water is not available

• Road Conditions are good

Fees: None

Local Attractions and Activities:

• Fishing: Is not permitted in Lassen Creek

• Watchable Wildlife:  Take a quick trip to the Dismal Swamp and you may get a chance to view elk, other wildlife, or bird watch.

• Historic Markers:  Historic markers are located along highway 395 and at Fandango Pass.

• Modoc Back Country Trail:  Cave and Lily Lake are discovery points for the Modoc Back Country Trail which consists of over 200 miles of roads designed (Modoc NF Segment) for touring with your family in your Sports Utility Vehicle.

• Rock Collecting:  Located in the Historic Highgrade Mining District numerous abandon mines are located in the area. Please stay out as old mines are dangerous. Obsidian collecting areas are not far away. Permits for personal use collecting can be obtained from the Davis Creek Store, or the Forest Services Offices in Alturas and Cedarville. Commercial permits must be obtained from the Warner Mountain Ranger District Office.

• Lakes:  Goose, Cave, and Lily Lakes are a nice drive.  Cave and Lily Lakes are best visited using high clearance vehicles.

Services:  Supplies can be purchased in New Pine Creek, OR, Ft. Bidwell, CA. or at Davis Creek, CA. The nearest 24 hour services and hospital are located in Alturas, CA.