Gurnsey Creek
GURNSEY CREEK
Part of Lassen National Forest
Overview
Gurnsey Creek Campground is located in the mountains of northern California. It offers access to a variety of nearby recreational opportunities, including hiking, fishing and picnicking.Facilities
Gurnsey Group is located within Gurnsey Creek Campground. This unique site offers 2 reservable "loops". GS Loop # 1 is $56/night, includes 7 individual campsites (Site #s 31-37) and can accommodate 56 people. GS Loop #2 is $112/night, includes 13 sites (Site 38-51) and accommodates up to 112 people. Each site has its own fire ring, picnic table, and parking spur. Gurnsey Creek is a gorgeous campground sitting in a forest of tall evergreens near Highway 36. Drinking water and restrooms are available. No utility hookups are provided. A water-filling station is located at the campground entrance. Parking is limited within the campground. NOTE: THESE GROUP SITES ARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION ONLY.
Natural Features
The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer forest in the Lassen National Forest at an elevation of 4,700 feet. It is located next to Gurnsey Creek.Recreation
The area provides access to plentiful hiking trails, picnic spots and rainbow trout fishing.Nearby Attractions
The campground is located 14 miles west of the town of Chester and Lake Almanor, where boating, fishing, sailing and water skiing are popular activities.The southwest entrance to Lassen Volcanic National Park is about 14 miles north. The park is known for its active hissing fumaroles and boiling mud pots that continually shape and alter the landscape.
Important Notices
- Bears frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and trash
- Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground
- Click here for more information on the Lassen National Forest
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Available Activities
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
From the town of Chester, follow Highway 36 west for about 14 miles. Gurnsey Creek Campground is located on the right side of the highway, about 2 miles past the Highway 32 turnoff.
Contact Information
Phone: 530-258-2141
Almanor Ranger DistrictP.O. BOX 767
900 E HWY 36
CHESTER, CA 96020
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site GS1, Loop GURN, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site GS2, Loop RAIN, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
