Summit Lake Stock Corral
Summit Lake Stock Corral (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The stock corral is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and seven miles from the trailhead to Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park (elevation 10,457 ft.).
Riders will find one of the park's major trails only 1/4 mile away from the stock corral. A convenient horse trail leads to the Summit Lake Ranger Station where the trailhead is located. Many more trails are in close proximity with access to Juniper Lake, Snag Lake, and Butte Lake. The Pacific Crest Trail, which runs through the park, is also accessible from the Summit Lake Stock Corral.
The facility has two metal stock corrals with water troughs and water is furnished for the horses. There is no potable water so campers must bring their own water or go into the Summit Lake Campground to obtain drinking water. There are two campsites with tables, fire rings and bear lockers available. There is a vault toilet available near the site for the use of campers at the stock corral.
Need to Know
- Persons reserving the stock corral and campsite must have accompanying horses or stock animals.
- No motorized boats permitted on the lake.
- Pack animals allowed are horses, mules, burros, and llamas.
- Backcountry permits are required for all horse/stock use within the park. These may be obtained at the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, the Loomis Museum or through the mail to the park headquarters, P. O. Box 100, Mineral, CA 96063. Prior to your arrival, we recommend calling the Visitor Center at (530) 595-4480 for more information on obtaining a permit.
- Persons reserving the Summit Lake Stock Corral must review a copy of the Saddle and Pack Stock Use regulations.
- Be Bear Aware; food and scented products must be stored in the bear lockers provided at each site.
- Pets require a 6-ft leash, must not be left unattended, and are not allowed on park trails.
An entrance fee of $30 per vehicle is required and campers must have a valid entrance permit or pass before camping.
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Natural Features
The national park is known for its volcanic history, as well as its diversity of plants and animals. It contains 300 active volcanic domes and many hydrothermal features, such as mud pots and steam vents. Lassen Peak is the southernmost active volcano in the Cascades, and the second most recent volcano to erupt in the lower 48 of the United States before Mount Saint Helens.
Lassen Volcanic National Park boasts over 700 species of flowering plants and 250 native species including birds, mammals, reptiles and fish. The park is at the junction of the Cascade Mountains, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Great Basin, providing many unique habitats.
Recreation
The Summit Lake area is a hub for hiking and horse riding enthusiasts. Many of the park's 150 miles of trails can be accessed from this area. Located a short distance from the stock corral is the Cluster Lakes loop trail, a major trailhead into the park's interior, bypassing several alpine lakes and popular among birders. Evening programs are presented at an amphitheater within the Summit Lake Campground area.
Contact Information
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P. O. Box 100 Mineral CA 96063
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 530 595-6121
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Redding, California, take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The stock corral is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road. Upon reaching the Summit Lake Ranger Station continue approximately 1/8 mile to a "Service Road" turning off on the right. Turn right and continue up the road taking the first fork to the right which continues up the hill to the campsite and the stock corrals.
