How do I find last-minute availability at Southwest Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Southwest Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Southwest Campground have?

Southwest Campground has 37 campsites.

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Southwest Campground

Lassen Volcanic National Park, California

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Notices from Recreation.gov

The Southwest Campground is a first-come first-serve campground. It has 19 walk-in tent sites, and 10 RV sites located in the adjacent parking lot. All payments must be made through the Scan & Pay system. You must download the recreation.gov app in order to use the Scan & Pay system. It is highly recommended that you download the app prior to coming to the park as connectivity can be limited. The Scan & Pay QR code located at the campground can be used with or without connectivity.

Be bear aware; food and scented products must be stored in the bear lockers provided at each campsite.

Pets must be leashed (no longer than 6ft) at all times, are not allowed on hiking trails, and should never be left unattended. Pets are not allowed on snow and must stay on paved surfaces only.

There are no electricity, water, or sewer hookups.

Campsites are limited to 2 tents, 6 people, and 2 vehicles per site.

Parking Lot sites are limited to self-contained RV's, trailers, vehicles, or other camping units. Tents or other camping structures are not allowed to be set up in the parking lot.

An entrance fee of $30 per vehicle is required. We highly recommend purchasing a digital pass through Rec.gov

Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

Sites 2 and 3 at the Southwest Campground are ADA sites only. A Handicap Permit is required to use these two sites.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 14, 2026. Check Southwest Campground on Recreation.gov

Southwest Campground Facts

As of September 2026, Southwest Campground is a campground in Lassen Volcanic National Park, California with 37 campsites.
Southwest Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
PermitSnag checks Southwest Campground for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
Southwest Campground is located at 40.4367° N, 121.5325° W.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Southwest Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.