Eagle Lake Ranger District

Facility · California ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Lassen National Forest (NF) · Open Access

4,831 ft
Elevation

The second largest natural lake in California, Eagle Lake is framed by pine and sage. Camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking, and boating are popular activities. Family and group campgrounds, naturalist activities, marina, boat launch facilities, store, laundry, and showers are available. The seven mile long South Shore Trail is ideal for bicycles or just a pleasant stroll. Eagle Lake is famed for its trophy trout.

Getting there

40.42170, -120.70286 · 40°25'18.1"N 120°42'10.3"W

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Typical weather

Typically 88°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F434854616979888780675243
Low °F222630344047535245362822
Precip in2.42.31.70.50.80.40.20.10.21.01.51.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Eagle Lake Ranger District

Can you reserve a site at Eagle Lake Ranger District?
No. Eagle Lake Ranger District is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Eagle Lake Ranger District

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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