West Eagle Campground
Campground · 2 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Lassen National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 2
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 100
- People per site
- 5,135 ft
- Elevation
Overview
West Eagle Campground is part of the Eagle Lake Recreation Area in the Lassen National Forest, which offers a variety of lakes, streams and wilderness areas and an abundance of recreation opportunities.In addition to water sports on the lake, the area also offers miles of trails that are used year-round for hiking and mountain biking and by snowmobiling enthusiasts during the winter months.
Recreation
The 27,000-acre lake provides ample boating, swimming, water skiing and sailing opportunities. Visitors also enjoy the plentiful trout fishing. A boat ramp can be found not far from the campground, and a beach is located at the nearby Aspen Campground.The campground offers access points for miles of trails within the Eagle Lake Recreation Area. A 6-mile hiking, biking and horseback riding trail parallels the lake and winds through the surrounding forest.
Facilities
West Eagle Campground offers two group sites for tent or RV camping. One site can accommodate up to 75 guests, while the other is rated for up to 100 guests.Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, electricity and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase.
Natural Features
The campground is located on the southeastern shores of Eagle Lake, in northeastern California, at an elevation of approximately 5,100 feet. It is nestled in a forest of mature pine trees with a grassy understory. A few sites offer sweeping views of the adjacent lake and some have space to moor a boat.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 825-3454.The facts
- Season: May 15 – October 10 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 2 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: AREA WEST EAGLE CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 2 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
2 campsites at West Eagle Campground
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS1 | AREA WEST EAGLE CAMPGROUND | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | 40 ft | 100 | 🐾 |
| GS2 | AREA WEST EAGLE CAMPGROUND | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | 40 ft | 75 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Susanville, California, take Highway 36 for 2 miles west to County Road A-1. Turn north and continue 14 miles to the Eagle Lake Recreation Area, following the signs to the campground.
40.54861, -120.78139 · 40°32'55.0"N 120°46'53.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 88°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 43 | 48 | 54 | 61 | 69 | 79 | 88 | 87 | 80 | 67 | 52 | 43 |
| Low °F | 22 | 26 | 30 | 34 | 40 | 47 | 53 | 52 | 45 | 36 | 28 | 22 |
| Precip in | 2.4 | 2.3 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 1.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11 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 West Eagle Campground
- Can you reserve a site at West Eagle Campground?
- Yes, West Eagle Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does West Eagle Campground have?
- 2 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at West Eagle Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at West Eagle Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at West Eagle Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at West Eagle Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at West Eagle Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
West Eagle Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by West Eagle Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Large group-West Eagle $125.00.
Camping near West Eagle Campground
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- Gallatin Marina 0.7 mi · Facility
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- Rocky Point - West 9 mi · Facility
- Eagle Lake Ranger District 9.7 mi · Facility
- Goumaz 10.2 mi · Facility
- Devil's Corral Trailhead 10.5 mi · Facility
- Susanville Trailhead 11.4 mi · Facility
- Roxie Peconom Campground 13.4 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 530-825-3212
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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