Lost Creek Group Campground campground
Lost Creek Group Campground
The area is rich in natural beauty and boasts a variety of nearby points of interest, including the beautiful Twin Lakes, Robinson Creek, and the Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area. Hiking enthusiasts can enjoy a range of trails, including the popular Parker Creek Trail and the 20 Lakes Basin Trail.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and potable water. The area is bear country, so proper food storage is essential. There is no electricity available, and campers are advised to bring their own generators.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of Mono Lake, a unique saltwater lake with no outlet, and the Bodie State Historic Park, a nearby ghost town preserved in a state of arrested decay. The area is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including black bears, coyotes, and mule deer.
The best time to visit Lost Creek Group Campground is during the summer months, from June to September, when the temperatures range from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to 30 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. The fall months can also be a beautiful time to visit, with colorful foliage and cooler temperatures, but the campground may be closed due to snowfall.
What's on-site at Lost Creek Group Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lost Creek Group Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Creek Organization Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crags - Lassen Volcanic National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Volcano Adventure Youth Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Manzanita Lake - Lassen Volcanic National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Manzanita Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lost Creek Group Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hat C Nr Hat Creek Ca | 183 cfs | → |
| Pit R Bl Pit No 1 Ph Nr Fall River Mills Ca | 1,450 cfs | → |
| Burney C A Burney Falls Nr Burney Ca | 168 cfs | → |
| Battle C Bl Coleman Fish Hatchery Nr Cottonwood Ca | 384 cfs | → |
| Cow C Nr Millville Ca | 231 cfs | → |
| Cottonwood C Nr Cottonwood Ca | 292 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lost Creek Group Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Harkness Flat Near Chester 8nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blacks Mountain #1 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mission Ridge Snow Pillow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Susanville 3.2 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Stouts Meadow Goes | 85.0 in | 5.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Thousand Lakes
- Lassen Volcanic National Park
- Wilderness Lassen Volcanic
- Wilderness Caribou
- Chester Park
- Cinder Flats Wildlife Area
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Hot Rock
- Loomis Museum
- Grand View
- Road Summit 8,511 Ft
- Almanor Overlook
- Bumpass Hell Trail Viewpoint
Paddle runs
- Lassen Np Boundary To Just Below Highway 36 Crossing
- Just Below Highway 36 Crossing To One-Half Mile Downstream From Hole-In-The-Ground
- South Fork Battle Creek
- One-Half Mile Downstream From Hole-In-The-Ground To Sec Line Between 29/20 T28n, R3e, Below Big Bend
- Bear Creek
- North Fork From Nf Boundary At Section Line Between 17/18, T28n, R1e. To Mcclure Place
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lost Creek Group Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lost Creek Group Campground
Can I make reservations at Lost Creek Group Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Lost Creek Group Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Lost Creek Group Campground.